Nationally-Acclaimed Computer Education Camp Expands Program In Lake Forest Academy In Illinois.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 1999--

Computer-Ed(R) High-Tech Camps Offer Children/Teens Ages 8 to 17

Unique Summer Option

Computer-Ed(R) High Tech Camps, an established leader in computer education since 1982, has expanded its comprehensive children's computer education camp to Lake Forest Academy in Lake Forest, Ill.

More than 40 challenging courses, including: major programming languages such as Java, Pascal, C and C++; remote robotic surveillance blimps; building and repair PC; computer imagery and digital photography; computer graphics and 3-D modeling and animation. Many other computer skills and classes are offered in an interactive and hands-on environment.

President of the Company, founder, Marilyn Pardus, said bringing Computer-Ed High Tech Camps to Chicago provides area and regional residents an attractive, fun and educational alternative for their children. "Chicago was recently ranked the 9th most wired city in America," she said. "Clearly, parents and schools understand the importance of using this technology. What we offer, however, is an environment that channels children's enthusiasm for computers into practical, useable knowledge."

"Computer, and computer-related jobs are among the most widely-available positions in the United States with the fewest number of qualified candidates," said Charles Galland, vice president at Computer-Ed. "The more children understand, enjoy and respect computer technology, the better equipped they'll be for their future."

While education and learning are the primary focus, Computer-Ed High-Tech Camps are as much about fun and friendships as any other summer camp experience.

A diverse, professional, highly qualified staff teaches classes. Business professionals, teachers and college students bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the camp. In addition to daily classes on a variety of high-tech topics, campers also enjoy being a kid. Recreational activities, including soccer, tennis, basketball and arts and crafts offer children physical exercise and team building experiences that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Camp programs are offered in flexible schedules to meet the needs of parents. Sessions are two-weeks in length; day sessions run Monday-Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended Day Option runs Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and residential Sessions run Sunday-Friday. Sessions are available in June, July and August.

Founded in 1982, headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, Computer-Ed High-Tech Camps currently offers camp sessions in Newton, Mass., San Francisco, Calif. and Lake Forest, Ill. For more information regarding exact dates, course descriptions and locations call 1-888-2COMPED or visit our web page www.computer-edcamps.com.