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Science Summer Camps 2024

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Summer Camps Need to Know:

  • All camps are designed for campers entering the following grades in their next school year (Fall 2023).
    All full-day camps and combo camps are $325 for a 5 day week and $275 for a 4 day week.
    With our diverse range of camps, there is something for everyone. No experience required for any camps!
  • Please see our Information and Policies section for more information. 
  • Our camp operating hours:
    • Camp Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
    • Supervised Drop Off: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
    • Supervised Pick Up: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Science Summer Camp Offerings 2023

 

Going into Grades 1-2 (Fall 2023)

 

Cyber Minis (Grades 1-2)

Let your imagination run wild. In this introductory computer camp, you will be introduced to creative computing, problem-solving, robotics, video games and much more.

  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • July 31 - Aug 4 (FULL)
  • Aug 14-18 (FULL)

Inventor Minis NEW (Grades 1-2)

Love to dream up crazy contraptions? In this camp, you will create cool inventions and discover the science behind how they work.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • July 24-28 (FULL)
  • Aug 14-18 (FULL)
  • Aug 21-25

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Nature Minis (Grades 1-2)

Discover the world around you in this fun introductory nature camp. Learn about animals, plants, rocks, minerals, dinosaurs and more. Visit cool museums and explore nature with outdoor activities.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* (FULL)

*Indicates a 4 day week.


Going into Grades 3-4 (Fall 2023)

 

Chemistry Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Develop your observation and problem solving skills through hands-on activities, experiments, and challenges in the exciting world of chemistry.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • July 24-28 (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* (FULL)

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Computing Science Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Solve technological challenges while learning computing fundamentals through problem-solving activities, computer animation, video game creation and programming basics.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • July 24-28 (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11*  (FULL)

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Minecraft Juniors NEW (Grades 3-4)

Take the next steps with Minecraft. Learn more about the game, compete, and complete fun challenges with a group.

  • July 31 - Aug 4 (FULL)
  • Aug 21-25 (FULL)

Space Juniors (Grades 3-4)

A great way to launch into the out-of-this-world field of space science. Learn all about the solar system, space rocks, space exploration, robotics and more.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • July 31 - Aug 4 
  • Aug 14-18 (Registration Closed)

Going into Grades 5-6 (Fall 2023)

 

Computing Science Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Learn how to make interactive programs and games on the computer to share with others. Discover the world of web design, program robots in action and create your own web apps that are playable on mobile devices.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • July 24-28 (FULL)
  • July 31 - Aug 4 (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 21-25 (FULL)

Forensic Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Do you love mysteries? Learn how science can help solve mysteries and crimes. Understand what makes you unique by studying fingerprints, handwriting, and more. Collect and record evidence at a mock crime scene and combine science techniques with your deduction skills to crack the case.

  • July 4-7*
  • July 10-14 (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* 
  • Aug 14-18 (Registration Closed)

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Math Game Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Puzzles, problems, and a SNAP Math Fair. Develop your mathematical thinking by solving puzzles, tackling problems and developing sophisticated strategies to win mathematical games. End the camp by creating math exhibits that you will present to your fellow campers.

  • July 17-21(FULL)
  • July 24-28
  • Aug 21-25

Minecraft Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Anything you imagine, you can build. Minecraft newbies and experts alike will learn about custom blocks and circuits, science in Minecraft, farming and pixel art. Work together to solve challenges, and build your own community within Minecraft.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* (FULL)

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Science of Art Explorers NEW (Grades 5-6)

Art and science blend together in this exciting interdisciplinary science camp. Learn about scientific drawing, create an interactive art piece using physics, create 3D models, and more.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • July 31 - Aug 4 
  • Aug 14-18 

Science and Sport Skills Combo NEW (*Ages 9-11*)

In partnership with Green and Gold camps, the Faculty of Science is offering a full-day combination camp for grades 5-6. For half the day, learn about nature science on campus with our science camp leaders by visiting museums and labs and by participating in hands-on science activities. During the other half of the time, experience sport, play, activities that focus on interaction with nature, and the development of new skills with Green and Gold camp leaders.


Going into Grades 7-9 (Fall 2023)

 

Body Science Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Explore the science of your body and mind. In this camp, you will learn about anatomy, physiology, psychology and more. Participate in hands-on activities and visit labs that study how the body and mind works.

  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • July 24-28 
  • July 31 - Aug 4 

Computing Science Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Will you be the next computing science challenger? Learn more about computing science through hands-on programming, 3D design, Arduinos and more. No computing experience necessary.

  • July 17-21 (FULL)
  • Aug 14-18 (FULL)

Digital Creator Challengers NEW (Grades 7-9)

Unleash your creativity using the computer. In this camp you will learn to use digital paint tools, 3D modeling tools, program robots with markers, exploring virtual reality, creating animated stories, and more.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • Aug 21-25 (FULL)

Game Design Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Design and build your own video game by learning how to use game design tools such as Scratch, Kodu, Twine and more. Create artwork, design characters, learn about storytelling in games, program interactive elements and create a game to take home.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* 

*Indicates a 4 day week.

Minecraft Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Want to learn how to use Minecraft in different and creative ways? Take your skills and creativity to the next level by using Minecraft to create your own worlds and games using custom characters and much more.

  • July 10-14 (FULL)
  • July 24-28 
  • Aug 14-18

Physics Challengers NEW (Grades 7-9)

Physics is all around you. Solve real world problems with the help of experimental physics. Through activities, demonstrations, and experiments, take part in the interesting world of physics.

  • July 4-7* (FULL)
  • Aug 8-11* (FULL)
*Indicates a 4 day week.