Parking
We have reserved free STUDENT parking for all three days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for the Workshops and WordCamp Miami in the Parking Lot 9 and Panther Parking garage (PG 3). DO NOT PARK IN ADMIN OR FACULTY & STAFF SPACES.
Parking is free HOWEVER YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE.
You can register your vehicle on or after Thursday February 27.
You only need to register ONCE for the whole weekend. Here’s how:
- Before attending, register your vehicle with FIU Parking. (Chrome Desktop Users: Please try another browser.)
- Fill in the license plate # and information about your vehicle (this information will be kept private and only to be used by FIU Parking Department).
- Once you register your vehicle DO NOT HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN FOR ANY OTHER DAYS. One time register will cover you for the entire conference.
- If you bring a different vehicle on different days, you’ll need to use the link again and register the different vehicle.
Location
Registration, lunch and KidsCamp will be located in the Ryder Business Building (RB).
REQUIREMENT
A signed WAIVER is required to participate.
SPEEDY CHECK IN – You can expedite your check in and registration process by printing, completing, and bringing this WAIVER for submission upon entry.
Cruising into Entrepreneurship
Welcome to Kids Camp Miami 2020! Where WordCamp parents can now usher in the next generation of WordPress builders and entrepreneurs. Parents attending WordCamp can bring their junior website creators along and enjoy a day of parent-child learning under the direction of some of our WordPress experts!
NO WORDPRESS OR WEB DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
These special kid-friendly workshops will introduce your child to the wonderful world of WordPress and help them learn or improve their WordPress skills, such as, development and design. After the weekend is complete, your child will leave with their very own WordPress site up and running! Two learning tracks are available:
- Kids, ages 6 – 12 who are new to WordPress; and
- Teens, ages 13 – 18 for more advanced students (limited seating of 20)
THERE’S MORE!
This year we are super excited to help kids on both tracks kick off a very successful decade with entrepreneurial skills.
Kids will be introduced to the community of entrepreneurship and learn how to use innovative technology to create websites that help grow a business. The guest panel and workshops will lead to fueling their curiosity as they create their very own WordPress site.
Children will leave KidsCamp with more than just a website of their own. They will develop essential skills that can be applied on a day to day basis to lead successful lives.
BUT WAIT! THERE’S STILL MORE!
Health and wellness is crucial to developing kids into successful adults. Kids in both tracks will learn to prioritize their mental and physical health through meditation and yoga.
The event will also include hands-on STEAM education projects for our younger audience to enjoy.
IN ADDITION
Each KidsCamp ticket provides your child with
- Lunch,
- Afternoon snack, and
- Kid friendly after party
READY, SET, SAIL!
Are you excited?! We sure are!
Purchase your ticket today if you are ready to cruise into entrepreneurship with your child on their very own WordPress project.
We cannot wait to have you join us for this very fun-filled interactive event. See you there!
PLEASE NOTE
Tickets are limited and are on a first come first serve basis.
DON’T forget to bring your laptops.
All participants MUST bring a WIFI capable laptop and charging cable to participate. Please make sure your laptop is fully charged. You can recharge during panel discussions and breaks.
REMINDER
A signed WAIVER is required to participate.
SPEEDY CHECK IN – You can expedite your check in and registration process by printing, completing, and bringing this WAIVER for submission upon entry.
Agenda
NOTE: This schedule may change, so please check back before KidsCamp for any additional / updated information.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
| Time | Kids Camp | Teen Camp |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am | Registration | |
| 8:30 am | Opening Remarks with WordCamp Miami | |
| 9:15 am | Team Building – Group Formation | |
| 9:45 am | Welcome, Introductions, Housekeeping, Questions | |
| 10:00 am | WordPress Intro – How to Stay Safe Online | |
| 10:15 am | ||
| 10:45 am | ||
| 11:30 am | BREAK – Lunch – Scavenger Hunt | |
| 12:30 pm | Guest Speaker Panel – Business Development Tips for Young Entrepreneurs | |
| 1:30 pm | Health and Wellness – Meditation | |
| 2:00 pm | ||
| 3:00 pm | ||
| 3:30 pm | ||
| 4:00 pm | ||
| 4:30 pm | Dismissal | |
Sunday, March 1, 2020
| Time | Kids Camp | Teen Camp |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am | Registration for New Attendees | |
| 9:30 am | Health and Wellness – Yoga | |
| 10:00 am | ||
| 10:30 am | ||
| 11:00 am | ||
| 11:30 am | BREAK – Lunch | |
| 12:30 pm | Monetizing Your Blog / Business | |
| 1:00 pm | Develop your site that generates money – Part 1 | |
| 1:30 pm | KIDS PANEL | |
| 2:15 pm | Develop your site that generates money – Part 2 | |
| 3:00 pm | Dismissal – Sunday | |
Kids Camp Organizers
Roxana Colorado, International Business Strategist and Philanthropist
Roxana Colorado has joined the WordCamp Miami team to co-lead and enhance the kid’s camp experience. Roxana is excited to transition from attendee and speaker to an organizer for this event.
Roxana believes everyone should be given the opportunity to do something great. Most people want to do big things. But many don’t know where to start.
Roxana’s passion to guide others towards success led her to create Kandula International, LLC – a strategic planning company in Miami. Roxana leverages her extensive corporate finance and international experience to help entrepreneurs scale their business. Together, they build profitable future proof businesses that allow them to make a positive impact in their communities. All without losing their time, money, and/or sanity.
In addition, Roxana dedicates time to pursue her philanthropic passion. Through Dare2B, Inc., Roxana inspires and empowers homeless children to survive and thrive. Helping them develop their full potential so that they too can turn into responsible adults that invest in our society’s future.
You can connect with Roxana on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook via @LatinaNomad
Team Leader
Ericka Barboza, Computer Engineer
Ericka is passionate about web technology, she works as a freelance Web Developer at Kekablue and is part of the Agency Partner Program at GreenGeeks Web Hosting.
She has been active in the WordPress Community for 5 years and co-led KidsCamp in Costa Rica last year. Networking is her favorite part of the camps.
She is enthusiastic about activities that promote the empowerment of women in society and her goal is to encourage women to get involved in the world of technology.
The beach is her favorite place and spending time with her family is her greatest treasure.
You can connect with Ericka on Twitter: @pastelitocr
LUNCH
We will be providing lunch on Saturday and Sunday, but we ask if your child has any unique diet needs to bring a backup lunch just in case. Exact menus will be posted on this page with all the information. So please check back.
Kids Lunch Saturday
Taco Bar
Soft and Hard Taco Shells
Chicken or Beef
Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream, Cheese
Corn on the Cob
Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Cookie
Juice Box or Water
Kids Lunch Sunday
Chicken Alfredo with Bowtie Pasta
Chicken Nuggets
Mixed Veggies
Cookie
Juice Box or Water
FAQS
Q: What ages are appropriate?
A: We recommend ages starting at 6 or 7 (depending on your child’s understanding of computers) for the younger track, and 13 and above for the e-commerce and coding track.
Q: What should I bring?
A: A fully charged laptop that can access Wifi.
Parents should have access to email that the kids can access during Kids Camp.
It is requested, but not required that parents bring a cell phone to participate in
the Scavenger Hunt.
Q: I’ve got a question, who can I send it to?
A: Send it via our contact form.