Our STEAM Summer Camp is a fun-filled, week-long day camp for students聽currently in 3rd-9th grade. Participants in 5th-9th grade will choose their camp program(s), featuring fun & exciting themes in a safe, small-group instruction environment. 3rd and 4th grade participants will attend a half-day in each of the聽camp themes, 5th and 6th grade will attend two, and 7th-9th will attend one.聽 STEAM Summer Camp is from 8:30am – 3:30pm with lunch provided, as well as morning & afternoon snacks. Registration closes May 24, 2024.
STEAM Summer Camp registration is $325 per camper. Scholarships are available, please contact your school counselor for more information on how to apply. This applies to EPIC Charter School students as well.
Refund Policy: A full refund will be issued if canceled 10 days before camp. A 50% refund will be issued if canceled less than 10 days before camp. Any camper that drops after camp has begun will not receive a refund.
Be sure to scroll down and read the full description of each theme and to check availability!聽
*will attend all camp themes
June 10 – June 14, 2024
8:30am 鈥� 3:30pm
*will attend 2 themes
June 17 – June 21, 2024
8:30am 鈥� 3:30pm
*will attend 1 theme
June 3 – June 7, 2024
8:30am 鈥� 3:30PM
First day registration, daily check-in, and check-out will occur in our Main Office on the southeast side of our main building by the brick tower. An adult is required to be present for drop-off and pick-up.
聽 鈥� First Day Registration: 7:45am – 8:15am
聽 鈥� Daily Check-in: 8:00am – 8:20am
聽 鈥� Daily Check-out: 3:00pm – 3:30pm
We will provide campers with lunch, morning & afternoon snacks, and a refillable water bottle. Check your email a few days before camp for the week’s menu. Our incredible culinary team has developed a kid-friendly menu; however, if you want your camper to eat a particular meal or snack, feel free to pack them a lunch. To limit interruptions and food fights, we will not accept food deliveries.
A STEAM Summer Camp t-shirt will be provided. Please have your camper wear their shirt on Friday for group pictures!
*All Grades
Art Camp provides high-quality enrichment experiences in the visual arts. Classes are taught by artists who design fun, challenging, and educational projects. Campers will create a variety of artworks, including but not limited to painting, printmaking, paper-m芒ch茅, masks, plaster sculptures, fiber arts, and assemblages.
*All Grades (5th & 6th Grade FULL)
Cooking is a universal life skill that offers a unique opportunity to explore math, reading, chemistry, geography, and history. Campers will also focus on art and creativity; presentation and the use of colors can make a dish taste even better. Campers will learn independent cooking skills while focusing on foods from different regions of the world. They will try their hand at main courses, appetizers, and desserts. Join the fun!
*5th & 6th Grade
Campers will explore body systems using hands-on interactive activities like dissections, simple labs, and healthcare-related procedures like first aid, basic CPR, and Heimlich.
*All Grades
Campers will explore computer programming and learn the fundamentals of coding while creating fun projects. Younger campers will start with a simple drag-and-drop programming environment, and older campers will finish the camp coding with the Python programming language鈥擭O coding experience needed.
*3rd -4th Grade
Campers will learn about aerodynamics and principles of flight by creating and flying boomerangs and propeller sticks. By the end of the week, campers will answer the question: Will it fly?
*5th -6th Grade
Campers will learn about aerodynamics and principles of flight by creating and flying boomerangs, gliders, kites, propeller sticks, and flying drones. By the end of the week, campers will answer the question:
Will it fly?
*7th - 9th Grade
Campers will learn about aerodynamics and principles of flight by creating and flying boomerangs, gliders, kites, and propeller sticks, and they will also fly drones, drone simulators, and pilot simulators. By the end of the week, campers will answer the question: Will it fly?
*3rd & 4th Grade
Leap into a universe of creativity and wonder at Tri County Tech's Movie Magic Camp! This summer, young film enthusiasts are invited on an extraordinary journey to explore the art of practical effects, all while enjoying their favorite movies. They'll dive into the creation of stunning props and uncover the secrets behind cinematic illusions. Get ready for a hands-on experience filled with inspiration, learning, and fun 鈥� a perfect adventure for budding movie magicians!
*5th & 6th Grade
Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure at Tri County Tech's Film Fest Summer Camp! Campers will embark on an epic journey through the world of cinema. From the initial spark of storyboarding to the thrilling climax of filming, and finally, the creative crafting of their very own movie trailer! Experience the thrill of the filmmaking process and learn the art of storytelling. Unleash your boundless creativity and showcase your talents this summer as we transform your cinematic dreams into reality!
*7th - 9th Grade
Dive into the dazzling world of filmmaking at Tri County Tech's Film Fest Summer Camp, an extraordinary week-long adventure where creativity knows no bounds! Aspiring filmmakers will journey from the initial spark of an idea to the glamour of a premiere, engaging in every step of the process. They'll craft compelling narratives, storyboard their visions, and get hands-on with filming, starring in their own short film. The camp culminates in a thrilling premiere, where campers showcase their hard work to friends and family. Film Fest is not just a camp; it's a launchpad for creativity, a place where stories come to life, and dreams take flight. Join us for a week filled with learning, creativity, and fun, where your story awaits!
*All Grades
Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of healthcare? Join us for an unforgettable adventure where you'll discover the wonders of medicine, the thrill of innovation, and the joy of helping others heal! We will explore the human body, meet healthcare heroes, immerse yourself in the world of healthcare simulation, and participate in hands-on experiments. Ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination, and set your sights on a future where you can change the world, one heartbeat at a time! Are you ready to answer the call of adventure? Let's embark on this thrilling quest together!
*7th - 9th Grade
Learn skills like micropipette, growing bacteria, and forensic DNA analysis, transforming bacteria to glow in the dark, extracting DNA from鈥�. Explore the science behind topics in medicine, like DNA fingerprinting. By the end of the week, students will earn the title of Biotechnology Lab Scientist.
*3rd & 4th Grade
Bring your little mad scientist to a day of fun, hands-on science projects! During this session, they will see fantastic chemical reactions and engineering feats! Campers will take home some of their scientific discoveries to show off to friends and family!
*All Grades
Unpoppable bubbles, edible water bottles, balloon-powered cars, or even SNOW in June - Impossible? No - it's Random Acts of Science! In this camp, campers will work individually and in groups to explore the chemistry, architecture, and engineering behind these and many more exciting science activities. They will meet challenges, reap the benefits, and (sometimes) eat the rewards of learning!
*All Grades
Campers will be given a challenge at the beginning of the week! They will design, build, and test a robot made out of VEX materials. Campers will work in small groups to brainstorm and develop a prototype through preliminary testing. Finally, they will program a working robot to complete challenges.
*All Grades
How do cameras work? Why are some photos blurry and others aren't? Campers will explore the technology and science of cameras working while honing their photography skills and learning imaging techniques and darkroom science. Hands-on projects include making a pinhole camera, printing a Cyanotype, and learning how shutters and apertures let light in to create an image.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact Heather at Heather.Pollock@TriCountyTech.edu.