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Lincoln Trail College is offering a series of engaging and educational summer camps for area youth through the 2025 Ignite Curiosity program, part of a district-wide initiative by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges.
These hands-on camps give students the opportunity to explore careers, learn new skills, and experience global culture in fun, age-appropriate ways. Four distinct offerings are available at LTC this summer.
Welding Camp
Two sessions will be offered on June 9 at the Red McCoy Welding Center:
- 8:00–11:00 a.m. for students who have completed grades 7–9
- 12:00–3:00 p.m. for students who have completed grades 9–12
Cost: $45 per session
Students will learn welding safety, get hands-on experience with MIG welding, and complete a small project to take home. Lunch will be provided by the Welding Department. Participants must wear jeans, a T-shirt, a long-sleeved shirt, closed-toe shoes (boots preferred), and safety glasses (if available).
Explore a Broadband Career
- Date: June 12
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Location: LTC Broadband Building
- For students who have completed grades 7–12
Cost: $45
Led by instructor Dennis York, this one-day workshop introduces students to the rapidly growing broadband industry. Activities include hands-on learning, industry exploration, and networking with professionals. Lunch is included.
Mandarin Chinese for Beginners
Two age-based sessions will be held on July 22–23 in Williams Hall 108, led by instructor Julia Rogers:
- 9:00–11:30 a.m. for students who have completed grades 3–6
- 1:00–3:30 p.m. for students who have completed grades 7–12
Cost: $35 per session
These immersive two-day camps include lessons in Mandarin language and Chinese culture, featuring calligraphy, traditional games, crafts, songs, and authentic snacks.
Families are encouraged to register early, as space in each camp is limited. Registration and additional details can be found at iecc.edu/summercamps/ltc.
In addition to the offerings at Lincoln Trail College, Ignite Curiosity Summer Camps are also taking place at Frontier Community College, Olney Central College, and Wabash Valley College, providing even more opportunities for students across the region to learn and grow this summer.
A full schedule of camps at all four colleges is available at iecc.edu/summercamps.
