We offer a variety of youth programs throughout the year as well as Youth Camp@COCC during the summer.
To register, click on course title or call 541.383.7270.
Culinary Classes
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
NEW! Youth Program: Spring Holiday Treats
Hop your way into the Spring holiday with delicious confectionery concoctions. Learn
to make homemade carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and delicious carrot scones
perfect for a holiday brunch. Then get creative making Rice Krispie Treats with some
spring flair and finish off the day by making Pavlova eggs and lemon curd. Bring an
apron, water bottle, lunch and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Christine McCluskey Bend CUL 116 $89
3/31 Su 10:00AM-3:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Dinner's Ready!
In this four-hour, fun and action packed class, students will learn how make the
perfect classic roast chicken, crispy potatoes and grilled broccolini with vinaigrette.
Basic knife skills and safety, sanitation, kitchen flow and communication will also
be covered. Impress your family with a classy, professional, delicious dinner for
four ready when your parents arrive. Bring your apron, snack, water bottle and take-home
containers to take your dinner home! For students ages 10-14.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
4/6 Sa 2:00PM-6:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
Who doesn't love homemade cookies and ice cream? In this class, students will learn
to make several different kinds of cookies and ice cream flavors. Then it's time to
get creative with creating custom ice cream sandwiches. Bring an apron, lunch and
take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $89
4/14 Su 10:00AM-4:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: A Taste of Asia
Explore, taste and enjoy flavor profiles and foods from China, Korea and Vietnam.
Learn to make Chinese Dumplings, Korean Kimchi, and Vietnamese Spring Rolls. All recipes
can be made vegetarian if you choose. Students will also learn basic knife skills
and safety, sanitation, kitchen flow and communication. Bring an apron, snack, water
bottle and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
4/28 Su 1:00PM-6:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Say "Cheese!"
Do you love cheese? Are you interested in learning how to make it from scratch? If
so, this class is for you! Spend five fun-filled hours in a professional kitchen at
the Cascade Culinary Institute exploring the basics of cheesemaking. Learn to make
Ricotta, Paneer, Mascarpone and Mozzarella cheeses. Students will sample the cheese
as they experiment with various accompaniments to enhance the flavors. Basic knife
skills, safety, sanitation, kitchen flow and communication will also be covered. Bring
an apron, snack, water bottle and take-home containers.
Shannon Hodgen Bend CUL 117 $89
5/5 Su 1:00PM-6:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Bagels & Biscuits
Bagels and biscuits are just as fun to make, as they are to eat! Discover the secret
to baking a deliciously soft and chewy bagel. Once your bagels are baked, top them
with an array of options. This is a great time to get creative and think outside the
box. Students will also learn to bake melt-in-your mouth, savory cheese biscuits.
Your family will surely be impressed with your new skills. Bring an apron, lunch and
take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $89
5/5 Su 10:00AM-4:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Hand Pies, Oh My!
What's better than a piece of pie? A whole pie you can hold in your hand! Come and
learn to make both savory and sweet turnovers, mini galettes and tartlettes. Bring
an apron, lunch and take-home containers. For students ages 10-14.
Katie Fuller Bend CUL 116 $89
5/19 Su 10:00AM-4:00PM
Etiquette Essentials for Children
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
5/4 Sa 8:30AM-12:30PM
Ages 8-12
Samuel La Duca Bend CUL 120 $59
5/4 Sa 12:30PM-4:30PM
Special Interest Classes
Be a Radio DJ for Teens
If you are 15-18 years of age, you can train to volunteer for KPOV, High Desert Community
Radio in Bend. Teens completing this class will be qualified to host the Youth Radio
Hour on KPOV. All students must attend the common lecture first class Saturday from
9:00AM-11:30PM at COCC, followed by two studio sessions at KPOV. Studio sessions for
teens are scheduled to correspond with KPOV's Youth Radio Hour, 3:30PM-5:30PM.
Dean Harris Bend HCC 190 $49
4/6 Sa 9:00AM-11:30AM (classroom session)
4/11 & 4/18 Th 3:30PM-5:30PM (studio sessions at KPOV)
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
4/10 to 6/5 W 2:30PM-4:30PM
NEW! Youth Program: Compelling Portrait Photography, Part 1
This class will introduce students to the art of making a compelling portrait. Topics
include camera functions, correct exposure, lighting, posing and composition. Students
will practice with each other, take self-portraits, and conclude the class with an
art project using their favorite image. Bring a DSL camera, water bottle, snack and
dress in layers. For students ages 11-15.
Amanda Conde Bend HCC 190 $69
4/6 Sa 1:00PM-3:00PM
NEW! Youth Program: Compelling Portrait Photography - Part 2
Using the skills learned in Compelling Portrait Photography - Part 1, students will
take a field trip to a local retirement center to take portraits of seniors. Each
student will be paired with a senior and will have an opportunity to interview them
before taking their portraits. Upon returning to the classroom, students will create
a framed collage of their favorite image along with a journal entry of what they learned
during the interviews. These projects will be presented as a gift to the participating
seniors. Bring a DSL camera, snack and water bottle. For students ages 11-15.
Amanda Conde Bend CHLAB 207 $79
5/4 Sa 12:00PM-4:00PM
Required Forms for Youth Program Participation - these forms will be emailed after
registration.
