• Thank you for your interest in STEM Camp 2023.  At this time, STEM Camp has reached capacity, and we are no longer accepting student registrations.

    After an AWESOME first year, STEM Camp returns for SUMMER 2023!

    Kindergarten through Eighth-grade students are invited to participate in a week-long STEM Camp.  This fun-hands on experience will focus on the various elements of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and will be taught by Indian Prairie certified teachers.  

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    This experience will be offered twice this summer.   The programs will be replicated in June and July.  Choose the week and location that is most convenient for you and your family. 

    Session #1:
    June 26th to June 29th from 8:30 - 11:30
    Granger Middle School
    2721 Stonebridge Blvd, Aurora

    OR

    Session #2:
    July 17th to July 20th from 8:30 - 11:30
    Scullen Middle School
    2815 Mistflower Ln, Naperville

    The cost is $125 per student.

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (NO LONGER ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS)

    We anticipate this program will sell out, so register early to ensure your student has a spot to participate in STEM Camp 2023!  The last day to register is May 19.

    Questions?
    If you have any questions about this program or experience, you are welcome to contact the STEM Camp program coordinator, Andy Fekete, at andrew_fekete@ipsd.org.  

    Agenda for the Week-Long Experience: 

    Monday

    Focus: Science

    Session #1: June 26

    Session #2: July 17

    • Participants will explore “What is STEM”?

    • Participants will be presented with some hands-on science experiences.

    Tuesday

    Focus: Technology

    Session #1: June 27

    Session #2: July 18

    • Participants will be presented with a unique STEM challenge.

    • Participants will explore coding through some fun, game-based experiences.

    Wednesday

    Focus: Engineering

    Session #1: June 28

    Session #2: July 19

    • Participants will explore the design thinking process.

    • Participants will engineer a machine using recyclable materials.

    Thursday

    Focus: Mathematics

    Session #1: June 29

    Session #2: July 20

    • Participants will be challenged with an activity that challenges their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

    • Participants will explore some components of mathematics through game-play and other fun experiences.

     

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