Geek Squad Summer Academy

What is Geek Squad Summer Academy?

Geek Squad Summer Academy is a community sponsored event by Best Buy. At Geek Squad Summer Academy, we partner with local non-profit organizations to teach students in a fun, interactive learning environment about the latest technology in classes such as, PC Hardware, Digital Photography, Digital Video, and Digital Music. During the Geek Squad Summer Academy event, students will build friendships through team building activities such as building computers, and collaborating on Digital Video and Digital Photography projects.

How can I get Geek Squad Summer Academy in my area?

A Geek Squad Summer Academy proposal can be submitted by non-profit organizations through our proposal link on our website here.

Why do you partner with non-profit organizations?

Geek Squad Summer Academy works with non-profit organizations throughout the country that are aligned with our missions of encouraging technology based training in an interactive learning environment.

Am I too late to submit an application to host a Geek Squad Summer Academy?

Geek Squad Summer Academy proposals for Summer 2011 will be accepted until May 15, 2011. Summer Academy's five year anniversary schedule is filling up fast so don't wait until the last minute.

Who can apply to a Geek Squad Summer Academy event?

Geek Squad Summer Academy is a program customized for student between the ages of 10 - 18. There are special requirements and restrictions for some of the locations that will host a Geek Squad Summer Academy based on the non-profit needs for the communities that they serve. Please check our events page for more information about the Summer Academy Events near you.

Can adults participate in the Geek Squad Summer Academy?

The Geek Squad Summer Academy program does not have any programs for adults at this time.

What courses are taught at the Geek Squad Summer Academy?

The following subjects will be taught at Geek Squad Summer Academy events:

PC Hardware
Students will learn about the ins and outs of computer components in a hands on learning environment. During this class they will build a computer and learn several hardware troubleshooting techniques.

Digital Video
In Digital Video, students will showcase their creative skills while learning some cool video editing and special effect techniques, such as green screen, visual and voice effects.

Digital Photography
In Digital Photography, the students will learn how to creatively improve picture taking moments by learning advanced digital photography techniques to improve picture quality and enhancing pictures.

Digital Music
In Digital Music, students will learn to how to utilize Apple's Garage Band, a music program that will allow students to create their own music utilizing instruments, while learning voice effects and tempo controls.

Activities
At Geek Squad Summer Academy we take fun seriously, by providing activities such as Digital Scavenger Hunts and playing with the latest console gaming titles on the XBOX 360 Kinect and Wii Systems.

What does it cost to attend a Geek Squad Summer Academy?

The non-profit organization hosting Geek Squad Summer Academy will determine the amount of the event registration. The registration fee will be $35 or less and paid directly to the non-profit host.

I am in the military. Are there any Geek Squad Summer Academy events on military bases?

If you have an interest in the Geek Squad Summer Academy for children of our men and women in the Armed Forces, please click on the following link. Here.

My daughter is really skilled with technology. Would she benefit from Geek Squad Summer Academy?

Yes, Geek Squad Summer Academy would be perfect your daughter, as both basic and advanced technology is being used at every event.

How can Best Buy/Geek Squad employees become involved?

Best Buy employees who want to register should go to the events page for the Summer Academy location that they would like to participate.

How can I contribute funds to the Geek Squad Summer Academy program?

If you would like to contribute to the program, please send an email to summeracademy@geeksquad.com and one of our team members will contact you.

I am a vendor, how do I contribute to the Geek Squad Summer Academy?

If you would like to contribute to the program, please send an email to our Geek Squad Summer Academy inbox at summeracademy@geeksquad.com and one of our team members will contact you.

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