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    “I finally found my people.” ? This summer, your kids can find their favorite people at camp

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    • $200 off camps and academies
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    Valid for a limited time. $200 off applies only to on-campus camps and academies. $100 off applies only to virtual camps. $100 off applies only to summer packs of private lessons. Promo code may be used once per child per program. Promo code can not be applied to previous purchases or combined with other offers.
  • Register now, pay later

    Spread the cost of camp out over time with a payment plan. Get started today for as low as $375!

    Spread the cost of camp out over time with a payment plan. Get started today for as low as $375!

    Payment plans available, for as low as $375!

  • Add a course, save $50

    Save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it’s in another topic or for another child!

    Save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it’s in another topic or for another child!

    Automatically save $50 when you add courses or siblings!
    Pay standard tuition for one student to attend a small-group program and receive $50 off for each additional course or sibling.
    Note: You have the flexibility to add additional courses and siblings at any time during the qualifying term. Your automatic savings will be applied, provided the same account is used for all purchases. Automatic savings do not apply to Online Private Lessons.

  • Refer a friend, save $25

    Register for camp and invite friends! You'll earn a $25 credit for each new referral, and your friends save too!

    Register for camp and invite friends! You'll earn a $25 credit for each new referral, and your friends save too!

    Refer a friend and save $25. Your friend will save, too.

    Once you register for an online or on-campus program, you'll receive a unique Refer-a-Friend code that can be shared with up to ten friends. You'll earn a $25 credit for each new referral, and your friends will save, too!

    Please note:

    • Students you refer cannot have previously attended an online or on-campus program with iD Tech.
    • Referrals must be made prior to the date your friends' sessions start. 
    • New students must enter your unique Refer-a-Friend referral code at the time of registration.
    • Refer-a-Friend savings does not apply to Online Private Lessons.

Roblox Game Dev Academy (Middle School Edition)

  • Price: Starting at $999
  • Age: Ages 11-16
  • Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
  • Format: Summer Online Teen Academies | Small-Group, Online
  • Duration: Two-week program, 2-hour lesson per day

About This Course

Roblox is one of the fastest-growing game creation platforms on the planet, designed to grow with you as you advance your skills. With its built-in editor, you’ll apply game design fundamentals and build your own 3D world full of engaging obstacles, custom platforms, and sculpted landscapes.

As you develop your skills in this online academy, you’ll dive into Lua, the official coding language of Roblox, and start building advanced mechanics like enemies, weapons, and rewards for your players to interact with. Create unique challenges and customized game mechanics that you’ll code and playtest yourself, like a variable score that could put your name at the top of the leaderboard! Then, explore how to implement monetization so you can sell your custom scripts and products to other game designers.

Publish, share, and play your game with friends on any platform, from the web to mobile—or even virtual reality!

Topics Covered

  • Create and publish games to the Roblox website
  • Implement level design fundamentals
  • Learn how to build and monetize items
  • Add custom Lua scripts to create checkpoints, variable scores, and a leaderboard

Course Format

This course is part of an intensive two-week summer program held online for two hours each day, Monday through Friday. Your child will learn and collaborate with a small group of other students in assignment-driven workshop courses led by experienced instructors. Office hours are included for further help and personalized guidance. Learn more below.

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what two weeks in this course could look like. Keep in mind students will progress at varying paces, and this is meant to serve as an outline of key materials and the overall experience. 

Begin with the basics of sculpting terrain with Roblox’s built-in tools! Students will build their own Roblox game with an introduction to Lua scripts, implementing moving platforms and save checkpoints for their players. Then, they’ll learn how to add in-game collectible items and a score.

In the second week, students will add monetization to their Roblox game with developer products, such as a donation box for satisfied players or purchasable in-game speed boosts. They’ll hone their Lua coding skills and fill out their game with advanced mechanics like enemies, weapons, and rewards. They can publish their game to the official Roblox website where everyone can play!

Portfolio-Boosting Certificate

Upon successful completion of this program, iD Tech grants a certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as a pass or fail; students must earn a pass on their final submitted project to obtain the certificate of completion.

  • Certificate recognizing your skills and success

  • Skills that can help secure internships and potential jobs

  • Portfolio to share with colleges and future employers

  • Designated office hours for additional help and advice

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

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We've streamlined our offerings and this course is no longer available. However, we do offer other learning options, including on-campus summer programs, virtual summer camps, and year-round online private lessons. Sign up for emails to learn about what makes us the top-rated STEM educator, and unlock exclusive savings. 

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Heads up!

We've streamlined our offerings and this course is no longer available. However, we do offer other learning options, including on-campus summer programs, virtual summer camps, and year-round online private lessons. Sign up for emails to learn about what makes us the top-rated STEM educator, and unlock exclusive savings. 

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FAQ

Created in partnership with the most prestigious universities, companies, and organizations, our Online Academies are designed to give students a competitive edge for dream careers in fields like coding, game dev, UX design, AI, business, and leadership.

Over the course of the two-week program, your child will jump online and dive into an exclusive curriculum, build specialized skills, network with friends and mentors who share their passions, and earn official certification that stands out to admissions officers.

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to advanced students. Our small class size ensures that each student receives individual attention and has the freedom to learn at their own pace.

Coders, including web developers, can earn 40% more than the average for college graduates. (Source: Code.org). Additionally, careers in web development and digital interface design are projected to grow two times faster than all other occupations. (Source: Bureau of Labour Statistics)

This program is ideal for college-bound STEM enthusiasts planning to study coding or web development and students looking to boost their portfolios with a certificate. Students aspiring to intern in fields like software development, engineering, QA, and IT, as well as coders who would like to build a new, in-demand skill set are also ideal candidates for this program.

In order for your child to participate, they will need a Mac or Windows computer, webcam, and stable internet connection with access to Zoom video conferencing. Curriculum will be delivered through Game Plan, our proprietary learning management system. 

Upon successful completion of this program, iD Tech grants a certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as a pass or fail; students must earn a pass on their final submitted project to obtain the certificate of completion. Your digital certificate will be emailed to you, at no additional cost, in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of iD Tech.

This course is taught by live iD Tech instructors who specialize in Roblox Studio and Lua coding, recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, NYU, and Carnegie Mellon.

With other online options including one-hour private lessons and weeklong virtual camps, there is a program that fits your teen's interest, skill level, goals, and importantly, schedule. Learn more.

Our Program Specialists are here to provide you with the best experience. Looking for a personalized course recommendation? Need help signing up? We’ve got you covered. Call us at 1-888-709-8324 or email hello@idtech.com.

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