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*Community Learning Classes
*Summer College for Youth
*Continuing EdVentures Classes (Age 50 and over)
*Continuing and Professional Development Seminars
*Traffic Safety Program

06/18/2026

What an incredible time at our Finishing and Powder Coating Camp! 🎉

The students had an absolute blast learning hands-on skills, exploring real-world applications, and seeing the finishing process come to life right in front of them. From start to finish, their energy, curiosity, and excitement made the camp such a success.

A huge shout out and thank you to Agri-Fab for hosting us and providing an amazing plant tour. The students were fascinated to see how products move through the manufacturing and coating process, and it truly brought everything they learned in camp full circle.

We love seeing young learners get inspired by careers in manufacturing and skilled trades—and this camp definitely delivered on that! 💥

06/17/2026

Lake Land College is closing at 2 pm due to the weather forecast. Please note that this will impact Teens with Tools camps and we are calling all parents to arrange for safe pickup.

Please be weather aware and safe today!

06/15/2026

🎮🏐 What an AMAZING week at our Summer Camps! 🏐🎮

Last week, our Level Up! Game Design Camp and Volleyball Camp were filled with creativity, learning, teamwork, and fun! We loved watching students develop new skills, make new friends, and gain confidence while exploring their interests.

A special shout-out goes to Coach Kayla, who did an incredible job leading our Volleyball Camp! Her enthusiasm, encouragement, and positive energy made a lasting impact on every camper. The kids absolutely loved her, and it was easy to see why—she created a fun, supportive environment where everyone felt welcome and successful.

Thank you to all of our campers and families for making these camps such a success. Seeing students learn, grow, and have fun is what makes programs like these so rewarding!

⚽ Good news! If your child enjoyed working with Coach Kayla—or if they missed out on Volleyball Camp—she'll be back this July for our Soccer Camp! We would love to have your child join us for another exciting week of skill-building, teamwork, and fun.

Spots are limited, so don't wait to register!
https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14174262&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

06/10/2026

🚁 LAST CHANCE TO JOIN SKY MASTERS DRONE CAMP! 🚁

Ready to take flight this summer? We still have a few spots available in our exciting Sky Masters Drone Camp at Lake Land College!

📅 Choose from two sessions:
✅ June 12–13
✅ June 19–20

Students will:
✈️ Learn the fundamentals of drone flight and safety
🎮 Practice real-world drone piloting skills
🛠️ Explore how drones are used in today's industries
🏆 Have the opportunity to earn their recreational drone certification!

This hands-on camp combines classroom learning with outdoor flight experiences, making it perfect for junior high students who love technology, problem-solving, and adventure.

💲 Cost: $40
📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Spots are limited and filling quickly! Don't miss this opportunity to learn a valuable skill while having a blast.

📞 To register or learn more, contact Shelly Martin at 217-234-5087 or [email protected]. https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14060118&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

06/08/2026

🎨⚙️ Get Ready to Add Some Color to Your Summer! ⚙️🎨

Have a student who loves to build, create, and learn by doing? There’s still time to register for Finishingology: Coatings, Color & Innovation Camp at Lake Land College!

This one-of-a-kind camp gives middle school students the chance to step inside the exciting world of industrial finishing and powder coating. Campers won't just learn about the process—they'll get hands-on experience working with industry equipment, exploring manufacturing technology, and creating their own custom-finished project to take home!

✨ What makes this camp so exciting?
✅ Hands-on powder coating and finishing activities
✅ Behind-the-scenes plant and industry tours
✅ Design and technology projects
✅ A fun "Color of the Year" challenge
✅ Custom camp t-shirt
✅ A one-year student license for SolidWorks CAD software
✅ Real-world career exploration in advanced manufacturing

This is the perfect opportunity for curious students who enjoy making things, solving problems, and getting their hands dirty while learning how products are finished and protected in today's manufacturing world.

📅 June 15–18
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center

Spots are still available, but they won't last long! Give your student the chance to explore an industry that's full of innovation, creativity, and career opportunities.

👉 Register today and join us for four days of color, coating, creativity, and hands-on fun! https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14060002&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

06/03/2026

🌿✨ Give Your Child a Summer Experience That Inspires Creativity, Curiosity, and a Connection to Nature! ✨🌿

In a world full of screens and schedules, our Teens With Tools Nature Journaling Camp offers students a chance to slow down, explore the outdoors, and discover the beauty all around them.

During this unique four-day camp, participants will:
📖 Create and personalize their own nature journal
🌻 Explore the outdoors through observation and discovery
🎨 Express themselves through art, writing, and creativity
🦋 Learn how nature can inspire storytelling and mindfulness
🌳 Develop a deeper appreciation for Illinois wildlife and ecosystems

Led by Megan Martin, who holds a permaculture degree and serves as a facilitator for the Permaculture Club at Douglas-Hart Nature Center, this camp is perfect for creative kids, nature lovers, artists, writers, and curious explorers alike.

📅 June 22–25
⏰ 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College – Workforce Development Center, Room 102
💲 Only $30

This isn't just another summer camp—it's an opportunity for students to unplug, create, explore, and see the natural world through a new lens.

🌿 Spaces are available now! Register today and help your child discover the artist, scientist, and storyteller within. https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14490404&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

05/21/2026

🌟🐉 Today's Camp Spotlight! 🐉🌟

Get ready to travel across the world without leaving Mattoon! 🇨🇳✨
Lake Land College Community Learning is excited to introduce our Jr. High Chinese Culture Camp — an unforgettable week packed with hands-on fun, creativity, language, food, games, and cultural discovery!

Campers will explore the beauty and traditions of Chinese culture through:
🎨 Chinese calligraphy
✂️ Paper cutting
🪘 Bamboo clappers
🖌️ Scroll painting
🎲 Traditional Chinese games
🥟 Authentic Chinese snacks
🗣️ Basic Mandarin phrases, greetings, colors & numbers
📖 Stories, poems, songs, and more!

This engaging camp is perfect for curious students who love learning, creating, and experiencing new cultures in a fun and interactive environment.

📅 June 1–4
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lake Land College – Workforce Development Center
💲 Only $50

Spots are limited, and this unique camp is sure to be one students will remember all summer long! 🌏❤️
https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14174398&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

05/19/2026

🚨 The countdown is ON! 🚨

The kickoff to our Teens With Tools Summer Camps is LESS THAN 2 WEEKS away, and we are so excited to welcome students to another incredible summer of hands-on learning, creativity, and fun at Lake Land College! 🔨🎨🍳⚙️

Several of our camps are already FULL, but we still have a few spots remaining in these awesome camps:

From skilled trades and culinary experiences to art, beauty, woodworking, and more — these camps give students the chance to explore new interests, build confidence, and create something amazing alongside talented instructors.

⏳ Don’t wait too long — spots are filling quickly!
📅 Summer camp season is almost here! https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/public/category/programStream.do?method=load&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

05/12/2026

🔥 GIVE YOUR STUDENT A SUMMER EXPERIENCE THEY WON’T FORGET! 🔥

The Teens With Tools Finishingology: Coatings, Color & Innovation Camp is not your average summer camp — this is a hands-on, high-energy experience where students will explore real-world manufacturing, design, creativity, and technology!

Students will:
✅ Work hands-on with industrial coating techniques
✅ Create their own custom-fabricated project
✅ Explore exciting careers in manufacturing & technology
✅ Tour industry facilities
✅ Learn how color, coatings, and innovation shape the world around us

This camp is PERFECT for students who love to build, create, design, invent, or work with their hands. They won’t just sit and listen — they’ll actually DO the work alongside industry professionals!

This is an incredible opportunity for middle school students to gain confidence, discover new talents, and explore future career pathways in a fun and engaging environment.

📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center
📅 June 15–18
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Spots are limited — don’t miss this unique opportunity to spark creativity, innovation, and future career interests! 🚀 https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14060002&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

05/09/2026

🎉🍳 INTRODUCING A BRAND-NEW TEENS WITH TOOLS CAMP… JR. CHEF ACADEMY! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

We are so excited to announce the addition of Jr. Chef Academy to our Teens With Tools summer camp lineup at Lake Land College Community Learning!

This hands-on culinary camp is designed especially for Jr. High students who are ready to explore the exciting world of cooking and kitchen operations. Campers will learn valuable culinary skills including:

🔪 Knife skills
🥘 Food prep techniques
🧼 Food safety and kitchen operations
👨‍🍳 Teamwork and confidence in the kitchen

The week will wrap up with a special final-night experience where students will prepare and serve a meal for invited guests, showcasing everything they’ve learned! 🍽️✨

We are thrilled to have Chef Thaddeus Bruno, Executive Chef and Owner of Table for Twelve, leading this exciting new camp experience!

📅 July 6th–9th
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College – Effingham Technology Center

This is going to be an incredible opportunity for students to learn real-world culinary skills in a fun, energetic, and encouraging environment! Spots are limited, so be sure to register early! 🔥🍴 https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=14504027&selectedProgramAreaId=1018475&selectedProgramStreamId=1021725

Address

5001 Lake Land Boulevard
Mattoon, IL
61938

Telephone

+12172345087

Website

http://www.lakelandcollege.edu/learn

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