2024 Camp Schedule
| Camp Name | Dates | Time | Grades | Cost | Location | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Art of Nature Exploration |
June 3 - 7 | 9 am - 4 pm | 7 - 9 | $315 | REFS | May 20th |
| Makers in the Middle* | June 24 - 28 | 9 am - 12 pm | 7 - 9 | $140 | NKU | June 10th |
| Laser* | June 24 - 28 | 1 - 4 pm | 7 - 9 | $140 | NKU | June 10th |
| Elementary Engineers* | July 8 - 12 | 9 am - 12 pm | 4 - 6 | $140 | NKU | June 24th |
| Environmental Explorers* | July 8 - 12 | 1 - 4 pm | 4 - 6 | $140 | NKU | June 24th |
| Robots to the Rescue |
July 15 - 19 | 9 am - 12 pm | 2 - 3 | $140 | Ignite Institute | July 1st |
| Spike Prime LEGO Robotics |
July 15 - 19 | 1 - 4 pm | 4 - 6 | $140 | Ignite Institute | July 1st |
| Elementary Engineers |
July 29 - August 2 | 9 am - 12 pm | 4 - 6 | $140 | Indian Hill ES | July 15th |
See full camp details below.
Special Opportunities
When you register for two back-to-back camps, add the $15 supervised lunch session during registration. Students must bring their own lunches.
9th - 12th graders interested in experiencing some next-level STEM and getting some immersive college exposure will LOVE STEM Summer Academies.
Camp Details
For: Rising 7th - 9th graders
Dates: June 3 - 7, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $315
Seat Cap: 15
Location: NKU's Research & Education Field Station
Description
This week of adventure will find summer campers grades 7-9 exploring the diversity of nature by making field collections and observations of animals and plants and documenting them in both art and writing. We’ll be locating incredible insects, amazing amphibians, fantastic fish, and more from wild habitats. Camp explorers will learn the biology of these animals, and then describe them in words and art. There’s no nature deficit in this camp, as most of the discoveries are in the 150 acres of pristine wetlands and upland woods habitat associated with the NKU Research and Education Field Station (REFS) in Melbourne, KY.
Camp Host Address: NKU's Research and Education Field Station, 99 Harrison Court, Melbourne, KY 41059
For: Rising 7th - 9th graders
Dates: June 24 - 28, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 20
Location: NKU
Description
Embark on a thrilling STEM adventure at Makers in the Middle! Join us for a hands-on camp designed exclusively for middle schoolers, where budding scientists and engineers can explore the exciting world of making and creating. From designing various creations to programming with micro bits, we guarantee a week filled with discovery and fun!
*If a student wants to participate in both Makers in the Middle and Laser Camp, parents may register them for both camps and a supervised lunch session. Students must bring their own lunches.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 7th - 9th graders
Dates: June 24 - 28, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 20
Location: NKU
Description
Lasers! Music! Create a laser light show with music while learning the scientific fundamentals of light. The show your team produces will be shown at the end of camp.
*If a student wants to participate in both Makers in the Middle and Laser, parents may register them for both camps and a supervised lunch session. Students must bring their own lunches.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 4th - 6th graders
Dates: July 8 - 12, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 20
Location: NKU
Description
Come explore STEM through exciting, hands-on engineering challenges! From designing engaging games to chemistry investigations, this week is packed full of fun and exciting activities!
*If a student wants to participate in both Elementary Engineers and Environmental Explorers, parents may register them for both camps and a supervised lunch session. Students must bring their own lunches.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 4th - 6th graders
Dates: July 8 - 12, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 20
Location: NKU
Description
It is time to step outside and engage with the natural world around you! Students will learn the importance of protecting nature, identifying problems within nature, and how to come up with solutions for those problems. From backyard bees to ocean oil spills, this week is packed full of environmental learning and challenges.
*If a student wants to participate in both Elementary Engineers and Environmental Explorers, parents may register them for both camps and a supervised lunch session. Students must bring their own lunches.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 2nd - 3rd graders
Dates: July 15 - 19, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 16
Location: NKY Makerspace at Ignite Institute
Description
When disaster strikes, it’s Robots to the Rescue! Campers will build and program LEGO WeDo robots that can rise to the challenge of saving people and animals as well as protecting property. In a disaster area, there will be much work to be done - debris to be cleared, pipes in tight spaces that need to be inspected, supplies to be dropped in, and much more. When rescue teams need a helping hand, robots are ready to roll!
Camp Host Address: NKY Makerspace at Ignite Institute, 37 Atlantic Avenue, Erlanger, KY 41018
For: Rising 4th - 6th graders
Dates: July 15 - 19, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 16
Location: NKY Makerspace at Ignite Institute
Description
Looking for a fun summer camp where you can construct and code a LEGO® robot? Connect with other campers to build using the newest LEGO SPIKE™ Prime robotics kits and code using the LEGO drag-and-drop programming software. The final day will include a collaborative robot performance event for families.
Camp Host Address: NKY Makerspace at Ignite Institute, 37 Atlantic Avenue, Erlanger, KY 41018
For: Rising 4th - 6th graders
Dates: July 29 - August 2, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $140
Seat Cap: 20
Location: Indian Hill Elementary School
Description
Come explore STEM through exciting, hands-on engineering challenges! From designing engaging games to chemistry investigations, this week is packed full of fun and exciting activities!
Camp Host Address: Inidan Hill Elementary School, 6100 Drake Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243
Cancellation/Refund Policy
If you cancel before the standard registration date (two weeks before the start of the program), you will receive a refund minus the $25 non-refundable registration fee. Cancellations after the standard registration date are non-refundable.
Registration Deadlines
Two (2) weeks before the camp or academy start date.
Scholarship Policy
Scholarships are available for up to two camps/academies per child for families who qualify for free or reduced lunches. In order to apply for this scholarship, families must submit proof of qualification for free/reduced lunch at the time of registration. Scholarships will cover the full cost of the camp/academy minus a $25 seat-holding fee, which must be paid with registration.
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Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics (CINSAM)
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