Summer STEM Camps

Designed with our youngest astronauts in mind, this course will blast off their interest in space. Using hands-on activities students will explore the basics of our solar system, rockets, and space program while using basic coding, geology digs and more.

• June 2-4
• 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
• Grades 1-2
• $60

For our older students, join us to learn from industry professionals in STEM fields! Hear from different experts in engineering, biological research, aeronautics, chemical manufacturing, and the like about the steps they took from high school to where they are now in their careers. Students will also be able to receive advice on networking, resume building, applications, and potentially have the opportunity to volunteer with Challenger Center later in the summer for job experience (and potential references!)

• June 2-5
• 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Grades 9-12
• $80

Students will investigate planets, moons, stars, constellations, and more as they become Junior Space Explorers! Campers will participate in hands-on space activities using augmented reality, designing a space habitat, and much more in this exciting adventure!

• June 9-11
• 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades 3-4
• $100

We will be outside for all of  this camp.
Students should wear sunscreen and clothes that can get dirty. Campers
will explore animal adaptations and how it helps them survive in the wild.

• June 12-13
• 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
• Grades 3-5
• $60

From nanobots to rovers, robots are changing our world. Participants will discover the importance of teamwork and innovation as they complete robotic design challenges. If you have always wanted to build robots and explore different robotic systems - this is the camp for you!

• June 16-20
• 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades 4-5
• $160

• June 23-27
• 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades 4-6
• $160

Brush up on your forensic skills! Learn all about how to collect and analyze evidence: lift fingerprints, uncover secret messages, discover suspects, and more! Help solve a crime, and then you get to decide: do you use your new skills to become a detective, or a super spy?

• June 30 - July 3
• 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades 4-6
• $130

In this simulated space mission students will collaborate to program robotic arms, capture cargo crafts, monitor astronaut vitals during spacewalks, and analyze data from Earth-monitoring satellites. The sensors will track Earth processes and events. Effective communication among crew members is vital for responding to emergencies. This mission's data will aid scientists in understanding and predicting changes on Earth, helping protect people and the environment.

• July 9
• 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Grades 9-12
• $30

Young learners are in charge of a simulated flight to the Moon. Students are transformed into astronauts, scientists, and engineers with a single common purpose - the success of the mission. Teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision making skills are put to the test.

• July 8
• 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Grades 6-9
• $30

Students are in charge of a simulated flight to the International Space station to learn more about a comet passing through our solar system. Campers take on the roles of astronauts, scientists, and engineers as they learn.

• July 15
• 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Grades 4-5
• $30

Students are in charge of a simulated flight between Mars and Phobos, and are transformed into astronauts, scientists, and engineers with a single common purpose - the success of the mission. Teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision making skills are put to the test.

• July 16
• 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Grades 6-8
• $30

The mission of our girls in STEAM camp is to showcase women, minorities, and change-makers in STEAM fields. This camp includes hands-on activities to inspire our underrepresented students in areas such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, environmental science, chemistry, biology, and, of course, some astronomy, too. Join us to run experiments, experience a simulated space mission, test out different tech, learn about history-making icons in the field, and inspire girls to stay in STEAM!

• July 21-25
• 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades 5-8
• $160