Best Indiana Technology Camps Summer 2024 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.

Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Youth should plan to be online 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays, and to work ten additional hours per week on their projects. Most of the scheduled time is for projects but some of it will be for meetings.

Required equipment: A tablet or phone with a front-facing camera. A video camera or DSLR camera will also work.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 16 - June 29

Tuition:
$240 for non-MNOHS students
$180 for MNOHS students--or free for those who qualify

Please see our web site for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.mnohs.org

CAMP FACILITIES: The camps will be held in New Castle County schools in their computer lab.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$235.00 for Monday-Friday Camp
Choose the A.M. OR P.M. camp for this fee

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Seeking part-time technology coaches to assist with the summer camp hours. 

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our programs & courses are now Fully Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools,
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC)

AlphaStar Academy mainly considers teaching, competition, and education background as well as passion and dedication for the subject when hiring full-time and part-time teachers.

We hire our instructors and TAs from a pool of High School, College, Ph.D. students, school teachers, and University Professors. Our faculty have teaching/coaching/tutoring experience and have expertise in the subject area, regardless of their age.

They have participation and/or training experience in national/international math competitions and Olympiads in Math, CS, and Physics such as USAMO, USACO, USAPhO, IMO, IOI, and IPhO.

They are role models and inspiration for students with their backgrounds and achievements. You can check their bio at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

As being an academy operating more than 10 years we have tens of achievements in national and international contests and olympiads. You can check our achievements at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: AlphaStar Academy is offering Math Scholarships to help young mathletes excel further and achieve their true potential in math.

In 2021, up to $40,000 will be given as course credit. Each winner can use $2,000 course credit for online AlphaStar Math courses/camps for one year.
For details please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: AlphaStar Academy offers year-round courses during Fall and Spring semesters. You can check the details at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy and Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For summer camp details, please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
You can check our position vacancies at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp has a huge impact on girls through a supportive community. Are you up to the challenge to build that community? We are seeking hard-working, positive, enthusiastic, and caring adults ages 18+ to fill counselor and leadership positions at all of our camp locations. Apply online!
Our Camp Website Link: girlscoutsgreaterchicagoandnwindiana.applytojob.com 

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers age 12-15 participate in the Leaders in Training Program

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly May 26th, 2020 through July 31, 2020

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Super Mini- Dance & Tumble Camp
Join us for four days of exciting dance fun. Ballet, jazz, hip hop, tumble, and more are in store. We'll learn steps from around the world, work on tumble skills, and make a special keepsake book!
This is a half day Dance Camp, which may be paired with Art Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 4-8) June 8-12 1:00pm- 4:00pm

Cheer & Tumble Camp
Students will learn cheers, sidelines, dances, & the safest, most effective way to progress in stunting. In addition teambuilding exercises, tumble skills and specialty skills will be a daily focus.
This is a full day Cheer & Tumble camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) June 15-19 9:00am-4:00pm
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 15-19 9:00am-4:00pm

Dance Sampler Camps
Sample the styles of dance that you love most. Students will work in elements of ballet, jazz, lyrical, music theatre and hip hop. Campers experience daily technique and choreography classes, while working on performance quality and style in preparation for a Camp Showcase.
This is a half day Dance Camp, which may be paired with Art or Music Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Session One – Dance Sampler
Youth (Ages 4-8) June 22-26 9:00am- Noon
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 22-26 1:00pm-4:00pm

Session Two – The Next Step
Youth (Ages 5-8) July 13-17 9:00am- Noon
Junior (Ages 9-13) July 13-17 1:00pm- 4:00 pm

Dance Intensive
Enjoy a whole new way to experience dance camp. Visiting teachers will offer master classes in ballet, contemporary, tap, musical theatre, hip hop and modern. The Dance Intensive program is designed for beginner & advanced dancers who want to train at their own level learning through choreography and technique sessions. This is a full day intensive camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) July 27-31 9:00am-4:00pm
Junior (Ages 9-12) July 27-31 9:00am-4:00pm
Teen (Ages 13-18) July 27-31 9:00am– 4:00pm

MUSIC CAMPS

Piano Camp
This camp introduces students to note reading. rhythmic counting, proper piano technique, and dozens of fun, beginner piano songs. No experience necessary.
This is a half day Music Camp, which may be paired with Art Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) June 1-5 1:00pm-4:00pm
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 1-5 9:00am- Noon
Music Sampler Camp
Students learn music reading. rhythmic counting, technique, and dozens of fun, beginner songs. Students will work with all variety of music makers, voice and percussion.
This is a half day Music Camp, which may be paired with Art Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) June 1-5 1:00pm-4:00pm
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 1-5 9:00am- Noon

ART CAMPS

ARTsplosions – Art meets Science
Let's combine your love of Science & Art! In this camp we will find unexpected art mediums and techniques showing how important it is to think outside the box and color outside the lines! Warning: this camp is bound to cause creative explosions of the messiest proportions
This is a half day Arts Camp, which may be paired with Piano Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) June 1-5 9:00am- Noon
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 1-5 1:00pm-4:00pm

Pint Sized Picassos
See, touch and play! This fun-filled, hands-on camp is all about textures, experimentation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination and creativity while having messy fun!
This is a half day Art Camp, which may be paired with Dance Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 4-8) June 8-12 9:00am- Noon

Jr. Art Sampler – 2D
Students will explore a variety of 2D media such as papermaking, drawing, comic art, printmaking, collage and painting. All materials are included in the cost of camp. Students will participate in the Gallery Show.
This is a half day Art Camp that may be paired with the 3D Art camp on the same day for a full day camp.
Junior (Ages 9-12) June 15-19 9:00am- Noon

Jr. Art Sampler – 3D
In 3D multi-media will create sculptures, free-standing and in relief, using clay, polymers, glass, plastic and recycled materials. All materials are included in the cost of camp. Students will participate in the Gallery Show.
This is a half day Art Camp that may be paired with the 2D Art camp on the same day for a full day camp.
Junior (Ages 9-12) June 15-19 1:00pm-4:00pm

Teen Arts Sampler- 2D &3D Camp
In this combination class, students will explore 2D and 3D processes to create drawings, paintings, sculpture, and clay projects. All materials are included in the cost of camp. Students will participate in the Summer Gallery Show.
This is a full day art camp.
Teen (Ages 13-16) June 15-19 9:00am-4:00pm

Nature of Art Camp
Students will focus on Nature themed art and use of natural materials in their projects. Subjects include wildlife, birds, plants & landscapes. Plein Air painting, garden art and as a part of their portfolios for the week, all campers will be producing a 10" x 10" painting which will hang at the Gallery Show. All materials are included in the cost of tuition.
This is a half day Arts Camp, which may be paired with Garden Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 4-8) June 22-26 1:00pm-4:00pm
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 22-26 9:00am- Noon

Stars, Stripes, & Splatters
Join us for a camp that celebrates the 4th of July and everything Summer. From Fireworks to flags- you can expect plenty of Red, White & Blue!
All materials are included in the cost of tuition.
This is a half day Arts Camp, which may be paired with Game On! Adventure Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 4-8) June 29- July 3 9:00am- Noon
Junior (Ages 9-13) June 29- July 3 1:00pm-4:00pm

Rock, Paper, Scissors – Visual Art
In this camp, students are exploring fiber and collage art. Students will create their own paper pressings, prints and collage projects. Most projects are mixed media. Drawing painting, photography, print, making and collage technique. All basic materials are included in the cost of tuition. Students may bring in additional items for their final projects.
Final projects are eligible to join the fall art gallery show.
This is a full day Art camp geared for Advanced Junior and Teen students.
Teen (Ages 11-18) July 20-24 9:00am- 4:00pm

Theatre CAMPS
Stop Motion Madness- Film & Theatre
Bring your imagination to life in this introduction to Animation & Film class. From comics to clay: write, produce, and direct a short film piece involving your own hand-built figures & set design. Learn to synchronize your creations to music & sound effects on your computer. The end product will be a short film that will wow friends and family. Polish your acting skills, as you star in your own short films, too! This is a half day Theatre Camp, which may be paired with Build It! Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (Ages 5-8) July 6-10 9:00am- Noon
Junior (Ages 9-13) July 6-10 1:00pm-4:00pm
Teen (Ages 14-18) July 6-10 1:00pm-4:00pm

Advanced Acting & Theatre Production Camp
This camp is an opportunity for students to focus on taking their theatre experience to an advanced level. Scene study, monologues, technical theatre, stage combat, and characterization with Mr. Shelton! Students will present a variety production at the end of camp. This is a full day Theatre Camp.
Junior (Ages 11-12) July 20-24 9:00am-4:00pm Teens (Ages 13-18) July 20-24 9:00am-4:00pm

Mix IT Up! Camps

Garden Camp
Gardens are full of creative colors and textures that help inspire young artists to make unique garden themed art! We will explore garden designs, big and small. From planting to painting and creating we will study gardens and create garden environmental art installations. Our creations will be displayed in the garden at the end of the week during an art show for family and friends to attend!
This is a half day Mix It Up! Camp, which may be paired with Nature of Art Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth (5-8) June 22-26 9:00am-Noon
Junior(9-13) June 22-26 1:00-4:00pm
Game On! Camp
Backyard games, indoor board game challenges, and creation of your own wild games, are just a few of the fun plans for this camp.
This Fourth of July week Camp is a half day camp which may be paired with the Stars, Stripes, & Splatters Art Camp for a full day camp. Camp this week is prorated for anyone who will leave early on holiday.
Youth(4-8) June 29 – July 3
1:00-4:00pm
Junior (9-13) June29- July 3
9:00am-Noon

Build It! Camp
Everything is provided for the campers to design and create amazing brick builds, and builds from abstract and recycled materials robots. Each day the students will be given a different brick challenge. Students work with LEGO® elements and moving parts to create a models, as well as materials for daily projects.
This is a half day Mix It Up! Camp, which may be paired with Film Camp on the same day for full day camp.
Youth ( 5-8) July 6-10 1:00-4:00pm
Junior( 9-13) July 6-10 9:00am-Noon
Teen ( 14-18) July 6-10 9:00am-Noon

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid
The Mooresville Arts Partnership has a mission to provide financial aid to new and returning qualifying families. A limited amount of partial aid is also available to students with demonstrated need. Assistance will be determined on a sliding scale basis. To determine whether your family qualifies for financial aid, the parent, guardian or adult student must provide our office with a copy of income tax return for the previous year, pay stubs for the last two months and/or a social security benefit statement. In addition, an optional payment plan is available, depending on the family's need. Our goal is to provide classes to students in need, who might not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy fine arts classes.

To schedule an appointment or to submit materials for approval, please contact the Mooresville Arts Partnership at 317-437-0102.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Mooresville Arts Partnership is a not for profit arts education facility for dance, drama, music and visual arts. It is a partnership of teachers, families and community members with a goal to nourish the arts, creativity and community through education, performance and exhibition.

The MAP offers year-round classes and workshops for children, teens and adults, taught by trained artists and professional educators, in a positive environment. Classes encourage creative thinking and individual expression while teaching skills, ideas, and techniques.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.mooresvillearts.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: 4 large dance studios, spacious lobby and common areas and considerable storage space suit the needs of each activity in which we engage.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dance classes for preschoolers though adults learners are offered at TDC year round. Check out the class schedule and reserve a trial class on our website:
www.thedancecompanyindy.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for information on weekly themes, camp times, fees and discounts available. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.TheDanceCompanyIndy.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Seeking energetic, creative day camp counselors. Candidates with training in child development and education, and those with comfort in teaching unique skills or leading art, craft and physical games and activities are particularly sought after.

Full and part-time hours available. Competitive pay scale, based on experience and qualifications.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located inside church and school classrooms.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our programs are proprietary and children will build using LEGO, play games, have challenges in a small intimate setting (Max 16 children). Instructors have all received training and background checks

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer year rounds programs, including after-school activities, camps and in-school field trips

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 8-August 14. Please contact us for complete info.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: From Scratch + Minecraft to Python Programming and Web Development, our coding camps for kids are the perfect way to spend time off school.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.thecodegalaxy.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: NA - Camp is online

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Founded in 2014 by Austin parents Allan and Heather Staker, Brain Chase is the product of his filmmaking/tech background and her online education expertise. They are both Harvard-educated and their 5 children were the inspiration behind the creation of this revolutionary new summer program

Brain Chase is a 6-week summer learning challenge disguised as a massive global treasure hunt for 2nd−8th graders. A golden globe has been buried somewhere on earth – and it contains the key to a safe deposit box holding a $10,000 college scholarship fund. Participants who complete an hour of online summer learning activities each day will unlock secret animated webisodes that hold the clues to the globe’s whereabouts. Guess the treasure’s location first, and you’ll be the one on a plane to dig it up.

Enrollment is limited to the first 5,000 entrants.
Kickoff is June 30. Last registration July 18.

- See more at: Our Camp Website Link: brainchase.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Additional children from same household are half off for each registration.

OTHER CAMP INFO: You spend 10 months of every year in school, but much of that hard work likely vanishes during summer break. Who wants to do boring worksheets when school’s out? Brain Chase is a summer enrichment program that’s FUN. Action-packed animations, mysterious packages in the mail, and the hunt for buried treasure turn learning into an adventure. It’s FLEXIBLE. You’ll do the challenge when you want, where you want, and at your own pace. And it’s CUSTOMIZED. You get to work at your own level. - See more at: Our Camp Website Link: brainchase.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: brainchase.com

Registration: Our Camp Website Link: brainchase.com

Kickoff is June 30, 2014.

Last chance to register is July 18, 2014.

$199 for first child, $100 for each additional child from the same household.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer of Minecraft includes:

Weekly challenges that engage players of all levels
Guides for parents and educators
Live streams introducing challenges and showcasing player creations
An online forum for campers to ask questions and share

OTHER CAMP INFO: Throughout the year enjoy Free Minecraft Kid Club.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 27 - August 5. For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.connectedcamps.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We typically offer sessions for 2-3rd grade girls, 4-5th grade girls, and we have recently added additional sessions for 6-8th grade girls. Additional sessions may be added based on demand, so check back often, and if e-mail egear[AT]valpo.edu to request alternative session dates or themes!

We mostly play, but with really fun toys and games that link to development of spatial and computational reasoning. We also aim to develop confidence in building and hands-on construction activities.

CAMP FACILITIES: Lutherhaven can be an ideal location that serves the needs of your group with facilities including high comfort private rooms, dormitory, cabins, and RV & tent camping. Also meeting rooms, beach access, basketball court, recreational equipment, worship areas, trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Reaching out with the love of Christ by providing the setting and resources to strengthen the faith of individuals and complement the ministry of churches.

Treetop
Located out in the woods of Camp, Treetop Village promises an exciting, outdoor experience with two elevated cabins and a pavilion. Along with all the classic camp activities, participants will also spend their time climbing, exploring, and growing through teamwork as they cook several meals a day over a fire and plan their schedule to fit the interests and skills of their new community.

Horse Camp
Throughout the week participants in the all new Horse Camp will travel to Dusty Dreams horse ranch to spend time each day learning to ride and take care of horses. While at camp they will also get a chance to participate in sessions that will focus on personal growth and group building skills. Of course there will be time for the many activities such as swimming, games, and devotions that are so popular at Lutherhaven.

Discovery Camp
This is your chance to spend the week learning or developing skills such as guitar playing, outdoor cooking, drama, fishing, sports, creative writing or waterfront activities. The best part is that YOU CHOOSE what activities you do during the week. The options will vary depending on the talent and creativity of the summer staff, but the fun and discovery are built in.

Adventure Unlimited
Do you enjoy being outside? Then this camp is for you! The schedule is similar to our regular youth camp, but more emphasis is put on the outdoor experience with activities including rock climbing, canoeing, camping skills, orienteering, outdoor cooking, hiking, and fishing. Learn new skills in each of these areas and add new ones next year.

Fine Arts
Feel like you are just waiting to unleash that inner Van Gogh? Take time this summer to develop your talents at our new Fine Arts Camp. This camp gives emerging artists a chance to test and develop their artistic abilities as they get a taste of the arts. Several subjects including dancing, improv, drawing, photography, printmaking, and more, will be taught in hour and a half sessions each day by guest artists. Participants can choose up to 4 areas of study. It’s a great week to explore your artistic side while getting to enjoy the friendship and fun of summer camp.

Basketball Camp
Our basketball camps allow you to refine your current skills as well as learn new ones during your six-day stay. Led by Concordia Lutheran High School basketball coach, Eric Kaschinske, campers will spend 3-5 hours a day on the courts of Camp Lutherhaven and a local gymnasium developing their talents. Campers will be housed in cabins and also participate in other camp activities. This camp is limited to 24 campers, so register quickly.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Junior Servants (JS) program is a two week long volunteer program for high school aged youth that focuses on service, leadership development, spiritual growth, and fun. We want this to be some of the best times of your summer…some important parts of the two weeks will be spent developing relationships with God and others through Bible Study, recreation, team-building activities, cleaning camp, and working alongside cabin groups.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We believe that no child should be turned away because of finances. Our Campership fund, made possible through the generosity of Camp Lutherhaven friends and supporters, is available to any family with financial need.

Qualification is based on household income and the number in your family. The financial aid is designed to provide 25%, 50%, or 75% off the regular price. If you do not qualify, your deposit can be sent back to you.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Lutherhaven is an outdoor ministry center that offers you, your family, and your church many opportunities throughout the year. Other programs may include retreats for couples, families, men, women, youth, personal spiritual renewal, and outdoor education. Lutherhaven also rents its facilities to outside groups.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for more details Our Camp Website Link: www.lutherhaven.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every year Camp Lutherhaven needs approximately 25 Christian, college-aged, young adults to join the Lutherhaven summer team. This ministry team strives to provide a high quality, Christ-centered, summer camp experience for over 1500 children, youth, and adults.

We are currently looking for cooks, maintenance workers, a waterfront director/lifeguard, and male counselors.

A summer of camp provides valuable work experience including significant challenges to grow spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. It also can provide wonderful new friends and memories to last a lifetime.

If interested in working at Camp, Please feel free to contact Celine at any time at celine[AT]lutherhaven.org or (260) 636-7101.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff is composed MIT, Stanford and Columbia alumni. Our instructors are PhD students, software engineers at FAANG companies and Fulbright scholars. We have won awards for our research.

We are mentoring the next generation of computational thinkers, interdisciplinary researchers and changemakers. Our advanced theory and application based curriculum is student-led and covers all the hottest topics in research and industry. We provide the tools for students so that they can get accepted to their dream colleges and thrive in college and beyond.

We expect the same discipline, dedication and determination from our instructors, as we do from our students. Our A+ instruction not only prepares students to get accepted to their dream colleges, but also more importantly thrive in their dream colleges. The MehtA+ Tutoring teaching team has taught more than 300 students who have received 30+ scores on their ACT, perfect scores on SAT subject tests, learned some of the most in-demand skills in the job market and have been admitted to some of the top most universities in the countries such as MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, UPenn, Carnegie Mellon, University of Toronto, Johns Hopkins and UIUC.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Up to $2,000 for students whose family income is less than $100,000

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: At MehtA+, we ignite student passion for engineering. Our offerings are catered towards students from Kindergarten to College Freshman and involve a fusion of the humanities and the sciences. We believe the best way to learn something is to apply it and as such, all of our opportunities are application-based.

Our bootcamps give students an in-depth opportunity to learn concepts that are normally taught at the university level, while our workshops serve as a fantastic introduction to a new subject. In order to make engineering education more accessible, our digital kits are always free to everyone and allow students to create something awesome. Volunteerships are offered to former students who are looking to volunteer their time and apply what they have learned for social good, as they intern for one of our clients.

Our college preparatory services, which involve subject tutoring, standardized test preparation and college consulting, provide students the resources they need to be ready for college.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates of the camp: June 21 - July 30, 2021
Cost: $3,000 (scholarships of up to $2,000 will be provided to students who exhibit financial need)

CAMP FACILITIES: Located inside Indiana Dunes National Park, our 63 acre national park campus features ecological diversity seen few places in the world.

Ten, group-style modern cabins, each accommodating eight people (seven campers with one cabin leader), are equipped with comfortable bunk beds, bathroom facilities, and a shower. Heating and air conditioning allow for year-round comfort. Male and female campers use separate cabins, and are supervised by adults both inside the cabins and during all guided adventures.

A large multi-purpose dining hall and activity center, Cowles Lodge, is the central hub of camp life. Meal times are an important parts of the camp day, providing opportunities for socializing, fun activities and learning about food as a natural resource. A full-service kitchen is staffed by our own staff and can meet most special dietary needs.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dunes Learning Center is American Camp Association (ACA) accredited.

Led by first aid and CPR certified education staff and National Park rangers, Dunes Learning Center camps offer a variety of ways for kids age 6-17 to explore the beaches, prairies, dunes and woodlands of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.

Campers spend their days outdoors where they experience native and historic cultures, play games, try their hand at camp crafts, and sing around the campfire with new friends.

Established in 1998, Dunes Learning Center programs provide a critical and beneficial connection to nature. Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: www.duneslearningcenter.org.

SUMMARY

Our outdoor overnight programs provide a critical and beneficial connection to nature for learners of all ages—inspiring curiosity, scientific literacy, and environmental stewardship. Our internship program offers training and professional development to set you up for success. Communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity are developed and practiced at camp. Supervising campers, engaging in decision-making, managing behavior, and being a role model are all necessary skills for strong leaders. Cabin Leaders help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place by providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect, and work together as a team. They facilitate the evening programs (campfire, group games, night hike, ice cream social, etc), lead meal and flag raising activities, and provide overnight supervision of campers throughout the week.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dunes Learning Center operates in partnership with Indiana Dunes National Park delivering year-round curriculum and standards-based education programs that inspire curiosity, scientific literacy and environmental stewardship.

OTHER CAMP INFO:

Cabin Leaders help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place by providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect, and work together as a team. They facilitate the evening programs (campfire, group games, night hike, ice cream social, etc), lead meal and flag raising activities, and provide overnight supervision of campers throughout the week.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dunes Discovery Camp
Campers ages 9-13 spend 5 days and 4 nights exploring rivers, identifying insects, hiking dunes, playing in Lake Michigan, laughing with new friends and singing around the campfire at this summer camp like no other.

Dunes Adventure Camp
Campers ages 14-17 spend 5 days and 4 nights immersed in the unique ecology of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Kayaking, night-time insect investigations, nature photography, a beach party, camp-out and campfire are just a few of the planned adventures, designed to thrill, challenge and engage teens.

Critter Camp
Critter Camp gets kids ages 6–8 outside, where they spend their days exploring the park's forests, streams, meadows and trails with new friends. Activities range from traditional camp crafts to themed hikes and a day at the beach. Day camp (Monday-Friday) hours are 9am–3pm.

Chellberg Farm Camp
Historic Chellberg Farm is the backdrop for our newest day camp where kids can interact with the animals, explore the forest and play fun games to learn more about life at the farm. Sessions for campers 5-6 (Tuesdays) and 7-8 (Thursdays) from 9am–3pm.

Learn more and register Our Camp Website Link: www.duneslearningcenter.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Prepare for and lead evening programming for a diverse community of campers; ages 8-17.
Supervise and be responsible for campers overnight in modern cabins as well as tent camping (1 night per week).
Maintain a Positive Mental Attitude and serve as a role model for responsible environmental behavior and literacy.
Ensure safety and well-being of campers using sound judgment and applying appropriate decisions by following safety protocol and reporting incidents, near misses, or possible hazards.
Attend program staff training workshops and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Assist in the maintenance of all program supplies, equipment, and facilities.
Actively participate to support fundraising efforts.
Comply with all Dunes Learning Center policies and always represent DLC in a professional manner.
Perform all assigned duties critical to the operation of the Dunes Learning Center.

QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify for the Cabin Leader Internship program, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Dunes Learning Center aims to make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. All Dunes Learning Center employees must submit to a background check and possible drug screening.

REQUIRED

Must be at least 18 years old
Enrolled in an Associate or BA/BS academic program for the 2024-2025 school year
Enthusiastic about working with children in an outdoor setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Physically able to perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions
A willingness to be coached and to receive feedback
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Official government identification

DESIRABLE

Prior experience in outdoor education, residential camp setting, nature centers, or day camps
Ability to speak Spanish
Participation in leadership programs at school/ in your community

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Cabin Leaders are required to regularly stand for long periods of time and be active and engaging with campers with hikes, games, and campfires. Cabin Leaders are responsible for campers overnight and must be able to respond to their needs at all hours of the night. Cabin Leaders must be able to verbally communicate and have visual abilities that allow them to deliver programs safely.

COMPENSATION

$3360 total summer stipend, paid bi-weekly (average 40 hours per week)
Housing in cabins on campus for the duration of the internship (shared with campers M-F)
Professional development opportunities
Meals and weekly s’mores while camp is in session

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to Anthony Escobedo, Onsite Program and Fellowship Manager at employment[AT]duneslearningcenter.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Virtual

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1978, The Learnatory has provided exceptionally robust summer camps as the perfect blend of academic development and recreational fun! Our goal is always to help young people develop the curiosity to explore, the confidence to discover, and the character to grow with excellence. Our small group ratio of 6:1 ensures each camper gets personal attention and enthusiastic support to address their passions and interests.

The Learnatory Esports & Coding STEAM Camps are for those passionate about video games and excited to code! National Esports Champions teach rising 3rd thru 11th graders proven strategies and provide personal VOD analyses of their gameplay in: Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Rocket League. Coding & Game Design STEAM Summer Camps include: SCRATCH, JavaScript, Python, C# thru Unity.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial scholarship grants are awarded as needed and when available.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Through The Learnatory In-School, After-School, Home-School, Weekend, Summer Camps, and online programs, The Learnatory, has served over 12,000 college-bound youth and teens in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York City effectively and significantly boost their academic, personal, and career development. We offer over 50 various STEAM courses and programs. Our virtual program began in the Summer, 2020 and will continue to operate to serve more young people nationwide.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Esports camps are coached by actual top National Esports Champions.

Each camper receives a proprietary PEP (Prescribed Educational Plan) for every class they take that states exactly what skills they will learn and documents at the end how well they learned them.

Esports camps are designed for those passionate about video games because research shows “Gamers are more likely to pursue high-paying careers in the lucrative STEM/STEAM fields than non-gamers.”

Coding is a basic literacy in the digital age, and it is important for kids to understand and be able to work with and understand the technology around them.

Tutoring to help students catch up, keep up, or get ahead.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Three 1-week camps offered from June 28 through July 31, 2021.

Three classes offered daily:

8:30 am – 10:30 am
10:45 am – 12:45 pm
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Step on Stage: Introduction to Acting (Ages: 8-15)
Explore the fundamentals of acting in this introductory acting camp. Step on Stage is designed to help build skills in creating a character, voice control and projection, movement, and stage direction. While students of all experience levels are welcome, this camp is best for students who are just learning about acting. Instructors will focus on making bold choices, and using your voice, body, and imagination to tell a story. Students will present short scenes at the end of the week. All classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Acting Out: Intermediate Acting (Ages: 8-15)
Dive deeper into your passion as you continue to develop your craft under the instruction of professional artists. Students will get instruction in acting, dance, movement, voice, and auditioning. Experienced young actors will get a chance to flex their muscles alongside a new group of friends and fellow theatre lovers. Students will present scenes with memorized lines and simple blocking at the end of the week. All classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Triple Threat: Introduction to Musical Theatre (Ages: 8-15)
Learn the basics of musical theatre and explore storytelling through the combination of performance, song, and dance. Students will spend the week learning the fundamentals of voice and movement to rehearse a musical number which they will present at the end of the week. In addition, they will learn to build a character and work together as a chorus. All classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Showboat to Six: Intermediate Musical Theatre (Ages: 8-15)
Expand on the musical theatre basics to learn different musical theatre styles and increase your technical skills in performance, song, and dance. More complicated routines will be rehearsed, and students sharpen tools for strong musical theatre auditions. A choreographed musical scene will be performed at the end of the week. All classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Introduction to Stage Combat (Ages: 8-15)
Explore the highly practiced routines of stage combat! Young performers will spend their week combining acting and movement skills to create a compelling choreographed fight scene. Students will work with instructors on fight safety and learn hand-to-hand techniques used in the theatre to create the illusion of combat. Movement and combining lines with actions will also be addressed. All experience levels are welcome, and classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Improvisation and Creating a Character (Ages: 8-15)
Jump into the always unpredictable world of improv and learn how to make a character fully realized. Young actors will learn multiple forms of improvisation creating their own unique stories and learning how to work together as a team. All experience levels are welcome, and classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Behind the Scenes: Introduction to Technical Theatre (Ages: 12-15)
Not all the action happens in front of an audience. Students will get an introduction into basic props, costumes, lighting, sound effects and more. Working with a scene from one play, the young artists will see how all the parts come together to make magic. At the end of the week, students will have a showcase of the skills they learned. All experience levels are welcome, and classes are taught by IRT staff and artists.

Mini Theatre Camp
(Ages: 5-7)Welcome to the wonderful world of theatre! These half day camps will explore the art of the play with activities designed to get children moving and using their imaginations! Games, crafts, and music will all be taught in ways that introduce our youngest actors to experience that “all the world’s a stage!” At the end of the week, students will show off all the fun they have learned. Classes are taught by IRT staff and artists. The theme for the June 5-9 camp is Animals in Action. The theme for the June 19-23 camp is Fairytale Fun.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: $25 discount per camp for children attending multiple camps or siblings attending the same camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.irtlive.com for complete details.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Tech Lead - curriculum instructors
Non-Tech Lead - tech lead assistant
Community Lead - brand ambassador
Logistics Lead - logistics, packing lead

www.thenextitgirl.org/volunteers

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We have been teaching programming, robotics, Minecraft, and Game Design classes for over 14 years!

We believe learning should be fun and challenging! Learning through play and experimentation leads to long lasting understanding!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host monthly programming and game design tournaments year round!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp sessions are weekly and run from June 1st - August 28th.

Most courses cost $299 a week, but we also offer 1-on-1 programming mastery courses that cost more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A FREE summer camp for building, tinkering and exploring. Online and in your neighborhood!

Register here at Our Camp Website Link: www.makercamp.com

Each weekday morning, Maker will post a new project or activity on their Google+ page—30 things to make over six weeks. Each weekday afternoon at 2 PM, tune in to a live Google+ Hangout On Air to meet expert makers who create amazing things.