Stem Programs
Making STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) accessible for everyone!
Vale CO-OP is passionate about igniting a love for STEM in young minds. Our engaging programs offer hands-on experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. From coding and robotics to engineering challenges and scientific explorations, we provide a nurturing environment where kids can discover the wonders of STEM and develop valuable skills for the future. Our experienced educators and collaborative approach empower children to become confident learners and problem-solvers, ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of a technology-driven world.
Introduction To Audio Engineering & Building Your Own Podcast
January 7th,2025 - February 27th, 2025
When : Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Vale CO-OP Activity Room
Cost: $225
The fundamentals of audio production
Vale Co-op presents a 8 week program where students will engage in the curriculum below:
Intro to audio production (Week 1 & 2) Intro to Pro Tools
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Create a new session
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What is an audio interface?
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What are the different types of microphones?
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Learn how to assign your audio interface
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Learn how to connect your microphone to your audio interface
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What is signal flow?
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Hands-on and students will begin to create a new track
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Hands-on routing your microphone in Pro Tools
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Hands-on gain staging
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Hands-on recording audio
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Saving a session
Intro to audio production (Weeks 3 & 4) (Exploring the edit and mix windows)
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Exploring the edit window
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Smart tool
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Zoom tools
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Transport bar
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Pre and post roll
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Punching in and out
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Importing audio
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Identify beat
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Creating new playlists
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Automation
Intro to audio production (Weeks 5 & 6) Learn to use (Plugins)
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Intro to EQ
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Learning frequencies
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Intro to dynamics
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Intro to reverb and delay
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What is an aux
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What is a send
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What is a dry and wet signal
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Bussing tracks
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Audio suite
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Automating plugins
Intro to audio production (Weeks 7 & 8)
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Make music for your podcast in Native Instrument Machines
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Create your own podcast
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Learn to mix and send your podcast out to the world!
Instructed by Audio engineer Joseph "Mighty Joe" DeStefano
Connecticut Invention Convention Club January-March 2025
Dates: January 7th,2025 - March 13th, 2025
Time/Day: Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm-6:00pm
Where: Vale CO-OP Activity Room
Cost: $225
New! Connecticut Invention Convention (CIC) Stem Program January-March 2025
CIC is an exciting, hands-on workshop where students work as an individual or in teams to solve a real-world problem through creativity and collaboration. Participants will journey through the invention process, from brainstorming to designing, and finally presenting their innovative ideas. Students will learn real-world, life-long problem-solving skills. Don't miss out on this innovative adventure! Sign up now using the now open registration link below.
What will I do?
Collaborate: Work in teams to tackle a challenge.
Create: Create your very own Invention and learn to pitch it, just like on Shark Tank!
Compete: Pitch your invention and compete for exciting prizes.