Monterey Peninsula College’s Continuing Education program offers a variety of fun and engaging classes and programs designed just for kids! From creative arts and science exploration to sports and life skills, our expert-led courses provide enriching experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and growth. Give your child the opportunity to learn, discover, and have fun in a supportive and exciting environment at MPC!
Learning Opportunities for Diverse Ages & Stages
MPC offers summer camps and year-round enrichment opportunities, and the campus is host to a number of youth recreational sports clubs and activities.
Discover, Learn, and Play!
Welcome to a world of fun, creativity, and exploration designed for kids and teens! Our youth programs offer a wide variety of engaging classes and camps tailored to spark curiosity, build skills, and create lasting memories.
Whether your child is an aspiring chef, a budding athlete, or an adventurer eager to try something new, we have something for everyone. From energizing sports camps to hands-on cooking workshops and beyond, every experience is crafted to inspire and empower young minds.
Let the journey begin! Learn more about the classes and camps that we offer and register below.
Fall Fun for Kids
Join us for a heartwarming, hands-on class where parents and children team up to make their own tasty, healthy granola from scratch! In this interactive workshop, families will learn how to mix, bake, and customize their own granola blends using natural ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and a touch of honey or maple syrup.
We’ll explore fun flavor combinations, talk about nutritious snack options, and even decorate jars to take home your crunchy creations. Perfect for kids ages 4 and up, this class encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for wholesome food. No prior cooking experience needed—just bring your appetite and imagination!
Whether you're fueling school lunches, planning snack time, or simply looking for a fun bonding activity, this class is sure to become a sweet family memory.
*Students must wear closed toed shoes and long pants, and may bring their favorite apron.
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, Building #17
Room: Building # 17: 17-104 (Kitchen)
Fee: $75
Materials Fee Per Student: $20
Instructor Bio: Amy Ferguson has been teaching for 37 years, 31 of those at American international schools in Brazil and Singapore. She is currently a chef at the Monterey Peninsula College Hospitality Culinary Arts Department. Food is a beautiful way to connect us all no matter where we come from or where we are going. She loves that the culinary world has no boundaries and that we are all able to connect and share experiences through the delights of food.
College Classes & Campus Events for Kids
Personal Development
Browse our catalog, join a production, or come to campus for talks or seminars.
Take a class: Look for class descriptions that indicate course material is suitable for those under the age of 18.
Join the Theater: Learn about upcoming shows and enroll or volunteer to participate.
More Happenings: Check out lectures, readings, performances and more.
High School Dual Enrollment
Did you know you can earn college credit while still in high school? MPC's Dual Enrollment program allows high school students to take college classes. Save time and money by getting a head start on your college education at MPC.
Even better, courses in MPC’s College and Career Access Paths program may be offered on your high school campus!
Refund & Credit Policy:
The MPC Continuing and Professional Education program reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Students in classes that are cancelled by Continuing and Professional Education will be offered a full refund or a credit to their registration account.
Refund, Transfer, Cancellation Policy for Youth Summer Camps:
Refund requests will be honored if they are received at least 10 business days prior to the first day of camp. Parents and guardians seeking a refund will need to speak directly with the Continuing and Professional Education in order to cancel a camp registration. Refunds will not be issued for days missed in a multiple-day camp or class, and make-up days are not available.
Transfer Policy for Youth Summer Camps:
One-time transfers are not subject to a service fee. Subsequent transfers will be charged the 10% service fee.
If a student wishes to transfer from one camp to another, the following requirements apply:
- Only one transfer can be made.
- Transfer must be requested no fewer than 10 days prior to the first day of the camp they were originally registered for, or the one they wish to transfer to, whichever comes first.
- The camp they want to transfer to must have available space.
- The student must meet the age requirements of the camp they wish to transfer into.
- Student may not transfer their registration to another student.
If Continuing and Professional Education Cancels a Camp:
We will make every effort to avoid cancelling camps. However, the Continuing and Professional Education program reserves the right to cancel camps due to low enrollment or unavoidable circumstances. In the event of a camp being cancelled, families will be notified of the change at least 2 weeks prior to the camp start date and will receive a full refund of credit to their registration account. We will also work with families to find an alternate camp that serves their needs.