Choose from Camp Me!’s four engaging weekly themes this summer! Our Art, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), and Outdoor Recreation program is designed to strengthen academics, character development, and social/emotional learning. If class enrollment per group does not meet a minimum for a separate class, the groups will be consolidated. Otherwise, campers are divided into two groups:
- entering Kindergarten to 2nd grade
- entering 3rd to 5th grade
Camp Me!’s STEM curriculum is provided by leading STEM resource developers, including the Lawrence Hall of Science! Projects are suited to be appropriately challenging for each age group. Campers are sure to find our hands-on projects both engaging and exciting! Camp Me!’s weekly themes also focus on a character trait (or two!), as part of character development.
SUMMER THEMES 2015
Sprockets to Rockets
Tinker time! Campers keep their hands and brains busy as they explore different design systems as they sling, whirl, and crank up contraptions they designed and engineered! Be prepared to get into some serious action this week as we test our devices against concepts relating to physics, aerodynamics and mechanics! Character trait: Trustworthiness
Reactions and Attractions
Campers discover chemical reactions and electrical and magnetic attractions! This week’s hands-on projects will uncover some of the interesting ways we generate electricity with wind, hydropower and solar power. Ready to cook up some chemical reactions? Then join us as we explore the science behind things that flow, goop and fizz!! Character traits: Caring and Respect
Anato-Me!
YOU become the subject as we investigate the “me” in anatomy! Understand the workings of major organs as you devise a heart pump, then listen to your own heart with a stethoscope you built! Campers will also explore the mechanics or breathing through creating a model lung, amongst other hands-on projects involving the awesome human body. This week will be “gene”-ius! Character trait: Fairness
Earth Rocks!
Explore the wonders of our world this week, from the depths of the ocean to the tops of the mountains! This week’s hands-on projects uncover the workings of Earth – from volcanoes to Tsunamis and earthquakes. See why Earth is not just one big rock, but why Earth Rocks! Character traits: Citizenship and Responsibility