THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, July 12, 2024 Page 13 Students build robots at City of Everett’s Summer STEM Camp youngsters engaged in hands-on activities to ignite their passion for STEM The City of Everett recently held the Summer STEM Camp at the Everett Recreation Center. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) Special to The Advocate T he City of Everett held the Summer STEM Camp from July 1 through July 3 at the Everett Recreation Center. Youngsters ages seven to 14 embarked on an exciting journey into the world of robotics. They engaged in hands-on activities, engaging workshops and collaborative projects – all geared towards igniting their passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Throughout the camp, students were guided by experienced instructors who are dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, students learned Students showing off their newest creation. about the fundamentals of robotics, which include designing, building and programming robots to perform various tasks like the Robo Dozr, which is a remote-controlled Students listening to the instructor as they eagerly await to get started on building the Robo Dozr. bulldozer. “ The youth worked in groups to follow directions and build these projects and we are so happy about the success of the program,” said Students beginning their projects to build the Robo Dozr. Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo. “We love to have diverse offerings in our programming and to expose the youth to potential career fields in the future.” To learn more about future programs offered by the Youth Development and Enrichment Department, please visit EverettRecandEnrich.com. Everett Recreation Center provides safe place for teens to gather throughout the summer Teen Night program allows teens to drop in, unwind and connect with peers in a positive environment Special to The Advocate T he City of Everett recently kicked off its newest program called “Teen Nights” at the Everett Recreation Center. The program provides Everett residents ages 12 to 18 with a place to gather throughout the summer for an evening of fun, friendship and community. Teens are encouraged to drop in, unwind and connect with peers in a supportive and positive environment. Led by Assistant Director of Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Eric Mazzeo, this weekly program offers a variety of activities: games, sports, music and more. Whether a participant is looking to hang out with friends or participate in activities, Teen Night has something for everyone, including free food provided to those who attend. Teen Night takes place every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Aug. 20 at the EverAttendees playing Jenga during the Teen Night program. Attendees playing basketball during the Teen Night program. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) ett Recreation Center (47 Elm St.). To learn more and register for this program, please visit EverettRecandEnrich.com and navigate to the Programs tab to find “Teen Nights at the Rec” under the Youth Wellness section. For more information, please email Eric Mazzeo at Eric.Mazzeo@ci.everett.ma.us or call 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Youth Development and Enrichment Department. Everett residents ages 12 to 18 are encouraged to drop in at the Recreation Center on Tuesday evenings during the summer.
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