February 2025
Good morning! We're winding down February, and we have some exciting news to share: Our program list for this year's DACC Summer Camp is now public!
We're thrilled to be able to offer 11 camps this year. They span our building -- offering opportunities for local middle school students with all kinds of interests and passions.
You can find our full camp list below, as well as general information on this year's DACC Summer Camp.
As a reminder, registration for these camps will open Tuesday, March 4th at 6 a.m. (that's this coming Tuesday!). These camps traditionally fill up fast, so make sure to have this link bookmarked (this is our Summer Camp landing page; when registration goes live, you will see separate registration links next to each camp title), and mark this date and time down on your calendar!
Summer Camp is a great opportunity for our local middle school students to learn new skills, make new friends and begin to experience the magic of career-technical education in their own community. It's something our instructors and staff look forward to every year, and this year is no exception -- we can't wait to welcome new and returning families into our building that first week of June!
We'd love to have you join us for this year's camp. Please let us know if you have any questions between now and Tuesday -- our team is here to help -- and we will hope to see you at DACC soon!
Grant Pepper
DACC Enrollment and Outreach Coordinator
740-201-3224
Mariellen Murray
DACC Public Relations Administrative Assistant
740-201-3216
General Summer Camp Info
WHEN & WHERE: Camp will run June 3-5, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. It will be held at our main campus (4565 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015).
WHO CAN ATTEND: Camp will be offered to incoming 7th-9th graders in our district (including Big Walnut Local Schools, Buckeye Valley Local Schools, Delaware City Schools, Olentangy Local Schools, Worthington City Schools and Westerville City Schools). Families of students who would like to attend Summer Camp, but are not enrolled in one of the districts listed above, are encouraged to call 740-201-3224 after May 4th to inquire about openings.
WHAT CAMPS WILL BE OFFERED: We will offer 11 camps to local middle school students this year. Scroll down to see our full list of camps for 2025.
WHAT IT WILL COST: It will cost $40 per participant.
WHY ATTEND: Summer Camp is a great opportunity for our local middle school students to learn new skills, make new friends and begin to experience the magic of career-technical education in their own community. For many students, it is also an impactful week of early career exploration, as they will get to learn from and alongside industry professionals and current DACC students.
HOW TO REGISTER: Registration for DACC Summer Camp opens Tuesday, March 4th at 6 a.m. There will be a limited number of spots for each camp, and they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can register Tuesday by clicking on this link, which leads you to our Summer Camp webpage!
2025 Summer Camp Program List
3D Modeling Camp
Please join us for DACC’s 3D Character Modeling & Design Summer Camp! During this camp students will get to explore 3D modeling while learning some fundamentals of character design and development. Students will learn to work in a 3D modeling environment to create, sculpt, texture, and render their characters using Blender 3D modeling software. Rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp. This camp will be taught by one of DACC’s Digital Design instructors.
Automotive Camp “Redline”
Join DACC’s Power Sports & Diesel Technology team for Camp Redline. The “redline” in Camp Redline refers to the maximum engine speed at which an engine is designed to operate. Get ready to push the limits while learning all about engines and exploring automotive maintenance basics like changing oil, checking tire pressure, and identifying parts. Campers will try their hand at troubleshooting and diagnosing problems on a variety of different engines – from lawnmowers to trucks! Dress requirements: campers MUST wear long pants (preferably jeans) and closed-toe shoes or boots. Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Construction Camp
Get ready to build, create, and explore the world of construction! In this hands-on camp, students will work with real tools, learn essential building techniques, and work on an exciting project in our Construction Technology lab. With guidance from an experienced professional, campers will develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of how things are built – all while having fun in a safe and supportive environment. Dress requirement: Campers MUST wear long pants (preferably jeans) and close-toe shoes or boots. Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp. This camp will be taught by DACC’s Construction Technology instructor.
Customized Collision Repair Camp
Join the professionals of DACC's Automotive Collision Technology team to design and create your own custom airbrushed metal panel. Campers will engage in a hands-on project working with design elements, metal fabrication and air brush painting, while using the tools and equipment from the auto collision field. Please note: Students will be exposed to carving chisels, hammers, cardboard, sharp pen knives, water paint, and wood dust because of this activity. Dress requirements: campers MUST wear long pants (preferably jeans) and closed-toe leather shoes/boots. Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Flavors Unleashed Culinary Arts Camp
It’s often said that food brings us together. Whether served at a five-star restaurant or in your grandparents’ kitchen, it functions as one of society’s greatest connectors, bonding strangers and building community. Learn the science behind creating great food in our culinary arts camp. Led by DACC’s Culinary Arts team, campers will get a fast-paced, fun, and hands-on education in food preparation and marketing, learning the basics of what it takes to produce and serve a multi-course menu (to be enjoyed by all students and staff on the final day of camp). This engaging, real-world look at the culinary arts industry will encourage students to get creative and experience the power of culinary connectivity through the eyes of an executive chef. Dress requirements: Campers MUST wear long pants and tennis shoes. Rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Game Design Camp
Join DACC’s App Development and Programming team for Game Design Camp. Get ready to be creative and use new technical skills! Campers will get the chance to design their own video or computer game using Unity software. This camp is focused on creating, developing, and coding your own game, not on just playing games or coding in general. No prior experience is needed for this camp. Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Glow Up - Hair Edition
Get ready to unleash your creativity at our Cosmetology Summer Camp! Led by our Cosmetology instructor, this three-day experience will immerse you in the world of beauty with two days of hands-on hair styling techniques and one day dedicated to learning the art of nails. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with fun, learning, and tons of beauty tips! Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Glow Up - Nail Edition
Join us for a hands-on experience at our Nail Technician Summer Camp! Led by our Nail Technician instructor, this camp offers two days of perfecting your nail art, techniques, and nail care, plus one day learning the fundamentals of styling hair. Whether you want to be a nail tech or a hairstylist, this camp gives you the skills to shine. Fun, creativity, and beauty await! Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Hands-On Science
Please join us for DACC’s Hands-On Science Summer Camp! Led by one of DACC's science instructors, this camp focuses on the most fun part of science—labs! We will explore topics like chemistry, physics, anatomy, and material science in a fun and hands-on way. Students will perform multiple science experiments to explore the world around us! Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are invited to join us for this summer camp.
Healthcare Heroes
Welcome to the Healthcare Heroes Camp! At our camp, we dive into the fascinating world of healthcare through engaging and hands-on activities. You'll learn how to measure vital signs like a pro, explore the intricacies of the skeletal system, and discover the importance of balanced nutrition with our MyPlate activity. Whether you're aspiring to be a future healthcare professional or just curious about how your body works, this camp is the perfect place to start your journey. Rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders are invited to get ready to have fun, learn a lot, and become a healthcare hero! This camp will be taught by DACC’s Healthcare Technician instructor.
“Say it isn’t Soy”
Spend some time learning about making various products from Ohio’s number one commodity crop, soybeans. We will start out by finding out all of the products that most of us use every day that are made with soybeans or their byproducts. Then we will make different products related to food such as ice cream, candy bars, and sauces, to industrial products like fuels, lubricants, crayons, candles, and plastics. It will make you realize that soybeans are a big part of our everyday lives. Rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders, we would be “SOY” happy to have you join us. This camp will be taught by DACC’s Biotechnology instructor.
Kindergarten Registration has begun. Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, Worthington Schools will offer free, all-day kindergarten. All students who will turn 5 years old by September 30, 2025 are eligible for enrollment.
You can learn more about the kindergarten program on this webpage. If you know a family that has a child entering school next year, please share this information with them!
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If you would like to donate or get involved, please visit https://www.worthingtonconnects.org Families seeking assistance are encouraged to reach out to their school counselors, who work with us to connect resources to those who need them most. Together, we can make a lasting impact in our Worthington community!
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