> our_vision
Our vision is to display the workmanship of God through the lens of engineering to youth in our local community by fostering innovation in modern technology and admiration for our Creator.
> our_mission
Our mission is to bring unique engineering lessons, activities, and projects geared for all levels of experience, and to open church doors to share the gospel to the youth and families.
"O Lord, how many are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all; The earth is full of Your possessions."
Psalm 104:24
Welcome to Programmed to Know!
Redeemer's Grace Church invites all youth here in our local San Diego community to attend our second ever Youth Camp, with the exciting theme of "Music and Programming." Join us as we learn about various engineering concepts through a high-level conceptual industry overview and a hands-on Arduino-based curriculum, developed by RGC's own team of engineers.
Welcome to Programmed to Know!
Redeemer's Grace Church invites all youth here in our local San Diego community to attend our second ever Youth Camp, with the exciting theme of "Music and Programming." Join us as we learn about various engineering concepts through a high-level conceptual industry overview and a hands-on Arduino-based curriculum, developed by RGC's own team of engineers.
Welcome to Programmed to Know!
Redeemer's Grace Church invites all youth here in our local San Diego community to attend our second ever Youth Camp, with the exciting theme of "Music and Programming." Join us as we learn about various engineering concepts through a high-level conceptual industry overview and a hands-on Arduino-based curriculum, developed by RGC's own team of engineers.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates: July 31 - August 4, 2023
Time: 9 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: 13885 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130
Who: Youth (entering 7th to 10th grade in Sept. 2023)
Space is limited to 30 youth!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The RGCYC program covers a wide range of conceptual engineering topics, such as teamwork, communication, ethics, and problem solving. Youth will also have the opportunity to learn and engage with hands-on Arduino projects and bring home their own musical project at the end of the week!
Friday will feature a celebration event, consisting of a competition, project showcase, and lunch.
Friday will feature a celebration event, consisting of a competition, project showcase, and lunch.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates: July 31st - August 4th, 2023
Time: 9 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: 13885 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130
Who: Youth (entering 7th to 10th grade in Sept. 2023)
Space is limited to 30 youth!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The RGCYC program covers a wide range of conceptual engineering topics, such as teamwork, communication, ethics, and problem solving. Youth will also have the opportunity to learn and engage with hands-on Arduino projects and bring home their own musical project at the end of the week!
Friday will feature a celebration event, consisting of a competition, project showcase, and lunch.
Friday will feature a celebration event, consisting of a competition, project showcase, and lunch.
Registration Fees & Deadlines
Early Bird Registration
$175
3/1/23 - 4/30/23
T-shirt & project materials included!
$175
3/1/23 - 4/30/23
T-shirt & project materials included!
Regular Registration
$185
4/30/23 - 7/16/23
T-shirt & project materials included!
$185
4/30/23 - 7/16/23
T-shirt & project materials included!
Late Registration
$195
*T-shirt not guaranteed
$195
*T-shirt not guaranteed
* Space is limited to 30 youths.
* All sales are final. For planning and organization purposes, registration payments are non-refundable.
* All sales are final. For planning and organization purposes, registration payments are non-refundable.
Core Team
Michael Yap
Co-Director; Youth Leader
Occupation: Software Engineer
Education: Math-Computer Science, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject:
Computer Science / Calculus
Favorite Sound: Ambient rain & thunderstorms
Education: Math-Computer Science, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject:
Computer Science / Calculus
Favorite Sound: Ambient rain & thunderstorms
Sara Tran
Co-Director, Curriculum Lead
Occupation: Project Engineer
Education: M.S. Mechanical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physics
Favorite Sound: Wind through trees
Education: M.S. Mechanical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physics
Favorite Sound: Wind through trees
Jason Ly
Creative Team Lead
Occupation: Math and History Middle School Teacher
Education: M.Ed. Multiple Subject, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physical Education
Favorite Sound: Crashing waves & birds chirping
Education: M.Ed. Multiple Subject, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physical Education
Favorite Sound: Crashing waves & birds chirping
Renny Ng
Outreach Team Lead
Occupation: Research Associate at UCSD
Education: BA in Sociology & BS in Neuroscience, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: History
Favorite Sound: Musical praise
Education: BA in Sociology & BS in Neuroscience, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: History
Favorite Sound: Musical praise
Teachers
Keon Peng
Occupation: Graduate Student, Mechanical Engineering, UC San Diego
Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering w/ Specialization in Controls and Robotics, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School: Photography
Favorite Sound: Steak sizzling on a pan
Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering w/ Specialization in Controls and Robotics, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School: Photography
Favorite Sound: Steak sizzling on a pan
Nathaniel de los Santos
Occupation: Process Development Engineer (Medical Device)
Education: M.S. Chemical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School:
Math and Chemistry
Favorite Sound: Vocal harmonies
Education: M.S. Chemical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School:
Math and Chemistry
Favorite Sound: Vocal harmonies
Connect with us!
Sign up for our Youth Camp newsletter to get updates on the camp and to be notified about future youth camps! Additionally, sign up for our Youth newsletter to learn about our upcoming youth events!
Follow us on Instagram!
Connect with us!
Sign up for our Youth Camp newsletter to get updates on the camp and to be notified about future youth camps! Additionally, sign up for our Youth newsletter to learn about our upcoming youth events!
Follow us on Instagram!
Check out our other camps!
Check out our children's science camp, Created To Create! This year's theme is "Exploring the Seas!"
Curriculum Team
Michael Yap
Co-Director; Youth Leader
Occupation: Software Engineer
Education: Math-Computer Science, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject:
Computer Science / Calculus
Favorite Sound: Ambient rain & thunderstorms
Education: Math-Computer Science, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject:
Computer Science / Calculus
Favorite Sound: Ambient rain & thunderstorms
Sara Tran
Co-Director, Curriculum Lead
Occupation: Project Engineer
Education: Mechanical Engineering M.S., UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physics
Favorite Sound: Wind through trees
Education: Mechanical Engineering M.S., UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physics
Favorite Sound: Wind through trees
Jason Ly
Creative Team Lead
Occupation: Math and History Middle School Teacher
Education: M.Ed. Multiple Subject, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physical Education
Favorite Sound: Crashing waves & birds chirping
Education: M.Ed. Multiple Subject, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: Physical Education
Favorite Sound: Crashing waves & birds chirping
Renny Ng
Outreach Team Lead
Occupation: Research Associate at UCSD
Education: BA in Sociology & BS in Neuroscience, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: History
Favorite Sound: Musical praise
Education: BA in Sociology & BS in Neuroscience, UC San Diego
Favorite School Subject: History
Favorite Sound: Musical praise
Teachers
Keon Peng
Occupation: Graduate Student, Mechanical Engineering, UC San Diego
Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering w/ Specialization in Controls and Robotics, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School: Photography
Favorite Sound: Steak sizzling on a pan
Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering w/ Specialization in Controls and Robotics, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School: Photography
Favorite Sound: Steak sizzling on a pan
Nathaniel de los Santos
Occupation: Process Development Engineer (Medical Device)
Education: M.S. Chemical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School:
Math and Chemistry
Favorite Sound: Vocal harmonies
Education: M.S. Chemical Engineering, UC San Diego
Favorite Subject in School:
Math and Chemistry
Favorite Sound: Vocal harmonies
Any Questions?
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Sunday Service
Join us on Sunday mornings for our church's corporate worship service at 9am where we learn more about how to live according to God’s truths! We are currently going through the book of 1 Peter.
Youth Ministry
Join our Reliant Youth ministry as we build friendships and memories during the year and learn how to study the Bible! From Bible studies to building rockets, it’s always a blast!
Rock Solid
Join our marriage fellowship to have a time of fellowship with other married couples! We are currently learning about “The Love of God” and how it can bolster marriage!
Check out our other ministries!
Sunday Service
Join us on Sunday mornings for our church's corporate worship service at 9am where we learn more about how to live according to God’s truths!
Youth Ministry
Join our Reliant Youth ministry as we build friendships and memories during the year. From Bible studies to building rockets, it’s always a blast!
Rock Solid
Join our marriage fellowship to have a time of fellowship with other married couples! We are currently learning about “The Love of God” and how it can bolster marriage!