3D Design & Printing for Teens: Applications Open!

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This program is application-based; there are 6 spots. Teens should complete the registration form, including a few short questions about their interests by MARCH 24, 11:59 PM. The class dates are: Tuesdays, April 7-May 12, 4:00-6:00 PM, at Make-It Springfield.<h3>About the program</h3>Interested in learning how 3D printers work and designing your own creations? Apply to join our 6-week 3D Design &amp; Printing Lab! Teens will learn the basics of digital design and turn their ideas into real objects. During this hands-on program, participants will:<ul><li>Learn how a 3D printer works</li><li>Explore 3D design using Tinkercad</li><li>Practice combining and modifying shapes to create new designs</li><li>Use design thinking to solve a real classroom problem</li><li>Learn how to troubleshoot and improve prints</li><li>Create and print their own project to take home.</li></ul>No previous 3D design or printing experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn!<h3>Application Process</h3>1) Please click on "Reserve A Spot" to begin the process. 2) In the next window, choose 1 ticket, add your name and email, and then click on "Register." 3) The next window will ask you to complete the registration and application questions.MARCH 24, 11:59 PM is the deadline to complete your registration and application questions. We will review applications and select 6 participants for this workshop. Applicants who are not selected will be notified and invited to future tech education opportunities.-------This program is funded by a grant from the <a href="https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/springfield/" title="https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/springfield/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Springfield Cultural Council</a>, a local agency which is supported by the <a href="https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/springfield/" title="https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/springfield/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Mass Cultural Council</a>. Laptops for this workshop were donated to Make-It Springfield by the regional <a href="https://alliancefordigitalequity.org/" title="https://alliancefordigitalequity.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Alliance for Digital Equity</a>, housed at Baystate Health, and funded through the <a href="https://broadband.masstech.org/" title="https://broadband.masstech.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Massachusetts Broadband Institute</a> (MBI).

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