East Central College Community Education

🎭 The Children’s Theatre Troupe took flight in this year’s Summer Learning Academy production of Peter Pan!

With guidance from Tess Spiezio and Andy Wanager, these young actors learned everything from blocking to improv—then wowed the crowd at the John Edson Anglin Performing Arts Center.

Pirates, fairies, and fearless fun? We’re all in! 🧚‍♀️🗺️

Students in our Summer Learning Academy Cardboard Sculpture class turned recycled cardboard into imaginative creations—ranging from mini models to full-scale structures! 💡🎨

Taught by Miguel and Janet DeAguero, the class explored form, space, and artistic design using hands-on techniques like planning, modeling, and assembly.

These future nurses got hands-on with newborn care during our Summer Learning Academy's Pediatric Nursing: How to Care for Baby class.

Led by ECC Nursing Instructor Jessica Van Leer, they practiced swaddling 🛏️, diapering 🧼, feeding 🍼, and more. Some even brought their favorite baby dolls to class!

🤖 Students in this Summer Learning Academy Lego Robotics class built and programmed robots that responded to motion, touch, light, and sound!

They tackled obstacle courses and advanced challenges using LEGO Mindstorms kits, exploring STEM through hands-on, creative problem-solving. 🧠

Shoutout to instructor Mark Risley for leading the way!

🩺 Picture Yourself As a Nurse was back in session at this year’s Summer Learning Academy!

Led by ECC Instructor Terri Warmack, students explored what it takes to be a nurse. The students learned essential skills like CPR, first aid, and basic nursing techniques. They also discovered the qualities that make nurses such vital members of any healthcare team. 👩‍⚕️🚑

This hands-on, informative, and inspiring class gave students a great glimpse into the world of nursing. 👨‍⚕️

🎨 Students in the International Pattern class explored design traditions from around the world—then created their own!

With guidance from artist Miguel DeAguero, they studied symmetry, pattern, and culture to craft bold, original artwork. 🌀🌍

Students in Hogwarts Literature & Wizardry mixed potions, practiced spells, and played Quidditch with brooms in their house colors. ⚡🪄

Shoutout to Luke Kriefall for bringing the fun and sharing his Hogwarts knowledge!

🥧 In Making Pies from Scratch, a Summer Learning Academy favorite, students learned to roll dough, craft crusts, and bake delicious pies from start to finish!

Led by ECC alum and adjunct Rob Willis, they brought their own fillings, got hands-on in the kitchen, and even did the dishes. 👩‍🍳🍓🧼

🧶 Stitch by stitch, these Summer Learning Academy students picked up a new creative hobby during our Crochet fir enge==!
From magic rings to granny squares, they explored the art of crochet with guidance from Amie Casey. 🌟

🎭 Our Improve Your Improv students brought the laughs and creativity to Summer Learning Academy!
From silly scenes to wild props, they learned the art of improv while building confidence and teamwork.

This crew kept the energy high and the fun nonstop! ✨