Youth Programs
To register, click on course title or call 541.383.7270.
Youth Program: Soup Camp
Winter is a great time for making and eating soup. If you love to cook and want to
learn new recipes to impress your family and friends, then look no further. Sign up
for Soup Camp! Learn the building blocks of flavor to create delicious and healthy
soups. Gain new skills and become versed in what foods are in season during the winter
and early spring in Central Oregon. Recipes include noodle soup, a cream soup and
a stew/chili. Bring an apron, lunch and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
1/12 Sa 9:00AM-2:00PM
Junior Coders: Computer Programming & Game Design
Discover the world of computer programming and game design. Learn multiple coding
languages as you create fun and creative projects. Great opportunity to explore virtual
reality creation and computer science. In this fun-filled 10-week course, students
will improve their coding skills through hands-on learning and games. For students
ages 10-14.
Sydney Azevedo Bend CHLAB 207 $219
1/16 to 3/20 W 1:30PM-3:30PM
Youth Program: The Art of Pasta
Do you love pasta? Are you interested in learning how to make it from scratch? Join
us to discover the art of pasta! Chef Shannon will teach you to measure, mix, knead,
roll, cut, and cook pasta. Learn how to use a rolling pin, various cutting devices
and a pasta machine to shape your pasta creations. You will also learn how to make
a simple and delicious meat ragu as well as fresh pesto. Take some home to share with
your family. Bring an apron, lunch and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
1/26 Sa 9:00AM-2:00PM
Youth Program: Take Your Best Shot! Photography Basics
Enjoy a day of photography exploration in this hands-on class and learn how to take
your best shot! Explore the anatomy of the camera and lens and discover how they actually
work. Learn the basic rules of photography and the elements of composition. Practice
setting up your shot and taking portraits. Bring a DSLR camera and a snack. Dress
in layers as you will be shooting outside and indoors. For students ages 11-15.
Amanda Conde Bend HCC 190 $59
1/26 Sa 9:00AM-12:00PM
Youth Program: Cream Puffs, Eclairs & Gourgeres
Discover the secrets to making delectable French pastries. Create crisp shells filled
with pastry cream and dipped in chocolate. Then indulge your savory side with cheese
puffs or Gougeres that can be eaten alone or filled with a savory filling of your
choice. Impress your friends and family with these elegant but easy treats. Bring
an apron, lunch and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $89
1/27 Su 10:00AM-2:00PM
Valentine Cookies with your Child or Grandchild
Bring your child (or grandchild, niece, friend) to bake and decorate delicious heart-shaped
cookies for Valentine’s Day. Learn a variety of recipes including chocolate sandwich
cookies and decorated shortbread. Please bring an apron, knife, snack, and take home
containers for your cookies. Registered adult may bring one child age 8-15 to class.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $69
2/10 Su 11:00AM-3:00PM
Youth Program: I Made It Myself!
Are you tired of bland freezer waffles or boring cereal for breakfast? Is it time
to put away your rubbery twig of string cheese or your dusty crackers and pasty hummus?
Join Chef Shannon in a professional kitchen at the Cascade Culinary Institute as she
teaches you to create tasty and healthy breakfast and after school snack alternatives.
Leave with recipes you can make on your own or with a few minutes of adult prep so
you are ready to start the school week. Bring an apron, lunch and take-home containers.
For students ages 10-14.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
2/23 Sa 9:00AM-2:00PM
Heartsaver Pediatric CPR and First Aid for Babysitters
Are you a babysitter age 10-15? This American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Heartsaver
First Aid CPR AED course will help prepare you to respond to an illness or injury
of a child or infant in your care. Learn critical first aid skills including how to
create a safe environment, how to prevent injuries, and lifesaving CPR. Class includes
interactive lecture and hands-on skills practice. Price includes required AHA Heartsaver
Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Manual.
Rita Hodge Bend PON 206 $89
3/9 Sa 9:00AM-4:00PM
Etiquette Essentials for Children (ages 8-12)
This fun, hands-on, interactive class will introduce children to proper etiquette
relating to situational contacts with people including home, sports, school, and daily
interactions with the public. Students will gain valuable knowledge, and learn to
demonstrate good table manners, set a proper table, and practice social/behavioral
skills while eating at the table. Activities include role-playing and enjoying a small
meal at Elevation, COCC's Cascade Culinary Institute restaurant. Each student will
receive a 10% off coupon to Elevation for future dining to demonstrate to family and
friends the skills that were learned.
Ages 5-7
Samuel La Duca Bend CUL 120 $59
3/9 Sa 1:30PM-5:30PM
Ages 8-12
Samuel La Duca Bend CUL 120 $59
3/9 Sa 8:30AM-12:30PM
Youth Program: Ravioli & Focaccia Workshop
Learn to make an Italian dinner from start to finish. Discover how to create homemade
Ravioli pasta, fill them with an array of fillings, and make a delicious simple marinara
to top it all off. Complete your meal with homemade focaccia, the wonderful Italian
bread soaked in olive oil and topped with herbs. Bring an apron, lunch and take-home
containers. For students ages 10-14.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $89
3/10 Su 10:00AM-4:00PM
