Currently, we are offering courses to ages 7 to 16.

QUED Tech Lab is a class in Northbrook created by QUED-UP, a nonprofit with the mission of empowering the next generation of artists and creatives. There are 16 workstations dedicated for kids. We offer courses in Animation, Game Design, virtual reality, and a safe environment for learning and creating.

Classes are available once a week for each student, and they can choose one specific day for a total of 12 weeks of instruction. For example, if a student selects Mondays, they will attend classes every Monday for 12 weeks.

Classes are held twice a day, with the schedule as follows:
- Monday through Friday: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Regular attendance is essential because new lessons and concepts are introduced each week from Monday to Friday. Saturday classes are more relaxed and not led by instructors.

It's important to note that parents pay for a specific slot, and if a student misses a scheduled day, they will still be charged for that seat, and this fee is non-refundable.

If students wish to bring their own drawings and characters, they are welcome to do so. We will provide all the other necessary materials. No Experience is necessary in order to attend the courses.

Enrollment for Monday through Friday classes is $140 a week or $550 a month for a 12-week period, while Saturday Workshops are priced at $60 a week or $240 a month for the same duration. 

However, we want to let you know that in the future, we plan to introduce a hardware equipment rental program. This program will enable students to rent laptops pre-loaded with the software used in our classes. This way, they can continue their studies at home on days when they are not attending class. Stay tuned for more details about this upcoming program!

Currently, we do not offer scholarships. However, as our program expands, our aim is to provide scholarships to families who require financial assistance. Being a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, this is one of the ways through which we contribute to and support our communities.

The cancellation and refund policy is as follows:

1. Students pay for a specific slot in our program, and it's important to note that if they do not attend a scheduled class, they will still be charged for that day, and there will be no refund issued for missed sessions.

2. If a student decides to drop the course, we require a written notice to be submitted. In such cases, the refund will be prorated based on the remaining sessions in the current session. Any previous classes attended will not be eligible for a refund.

In summary, missed classes are non-refundable, and for course drops, a prorated refund will be determined based on the remaining classes in the session, with no refund for previously attended classes.

Parents must register on brightwheel.com. We utilize Brightwheel because it is widely recognized as an industry standard in early childhood development. Through this platform, families will gain access to lessons, portfolios, and messaging features designed for both students and parents. This streamlined approach ensures that monitoring progress is straightforward and enjoyable.

During the student onboarding process, parents will be provided with a questionnaire via brightwheel.com. This questionnaire will request emergency contact information and inquire about any allergies the student may have. Our staff will be informed of any medical requirements for the students. In the event of an emergency, the primary point of contact will be the parents or guardians, followed by the designated emergency contact. If necessary, appropriate authorities will be contacted promptly.

Before enrolling through brightwheel.com, families have the option to reach out to us via our website's contact page. Once the enrollment process is complete, the most effective method of contacting us will be through BrightWheel. This ensures convenient and dependable communication.

On this page, you'll come across "Enroll Now" buttons. Just below, you'll find various payment options. By clicking any of these buttons, you will be redirected to Brightwheel to enroll your aspiring Animator in our programs.

As a nonprofit organization, we enthusiastically embrace volunteers. Additionally, we have established an intern/apprentice program designed for high school juniors and seniors pursuing career paths. QUED-UP, our nonprofit organization, initially began as a collaboration with School District 214, providing interns the chance to engage in animation and game projects.