2023 Summer Programs
STEAM Camp for Ages 8 to 14
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This is a fun program for all who are interested in Art connections to STEM. Each day we will explore a wide range of topics from Robotics, Science, Engineering, Art and Math that will result in a variety of Make and Take projects including Chemistry projects! This program will be high engagement, hands-on, and interactive!
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Ages 5 and 6 STEM Camp
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This camp will challenge students to address real world engineering problems! Students will be creating solutions, building models, and working together to explore science, tech., engineering and math. Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations. Our session will include high interest materials such as Snap Circuits, Ozobots, and Rockets! Each session will offer different activities and topics from previous years.
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STEAM Explorations I for Ages 8 to 14
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Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then the CT STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations. Activities, and groupings, will be varied to meet the needs of all participants. Challenges will be different from past STEM Exploration Camps.
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Ages 7 and 8 STEM Camp
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Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges both engineering and technology through hands-on investigations. Students will be given building challenges, coding workshops, and math games to enhance STEM learning! Our session will include high interest materials such as Lego STEM Challenges, Ozobots and more!
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Online Coding and Virtual Robotics Age 9-14
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Participants will code virtually using platforms such as Snap!, Code.org, Ucode and VEX code VR. Participants will learn how to control a virtual robot using a block based coding environment. VEX code VR is based on VEX code, the same programming environment used for VEX 123, GO, IQ and V5 robots. We will provide different challenges based upon coding experience. There is no additional materials kit required for this program.
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Robotics Camp for Ages 7, 8, 9
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The great minds at LEGO have provided the tools and means for us to use their fun kits to do more advanced STEM and computer science. LEGO WeDo and LEGO Mindstorms are a great way for students to explore a different side of robotics that includes engineering using interesting building challenges, programming, and innovative thinking with high interest materials. This session will offer different challenges from our previous session and held at our 284 Washington Street location.
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Girls Powered STEM – Session 1
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This camp will be exploring all aspects of STEM. Participants will be exploring topics such as coding,
robotics, NASA based engineering challenges and more! Girls will have the opportunity to connect with others sharing the same interest. This class will explore coding platforms such as CS First, VEX VR, Scratch and other introductory programs. Participants will also explore robotics through hands-on explorations with Lego Robotics. This program will be lead by all female staff. Session 1 and 2 will have different topics. |
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Girls Powered STEM – Session 2
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This camp will be exploring all aspects of STEM. Participants will be exploring topics such as coding, robotics, NASA based engineering challenges and more! Girls will have the opportunity to connect with others sharing the same interest. This class will explore coding platforms such as CS First, VEX VR, Scratch and other introductory programs. Participants will also explore robotics through hands-on explorations with Lego Robotics. This program will be lead by all female staff. Session 1 and 2 topics will have different topics.
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3D Printing for Ages 10 to 14
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Interested in 3D Printing? In this program, participants will use 3D modeling tool that encourages users to learn math, computational thinking and coding concepts through visualization and designing models to be 3D printed. Each participant will receive at least one 3D printed model at the end of this program. This session will be held at our 284 Washington Street location.
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STEAM Camp for Ages 8 to 14
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This is a fun program for all who are interested in Art connections to STEM. Each day we will explore a wide range of topics from Robotics, Science, Engineering, Art and Math that will result in a variety of Make and Take projects including Chemistry projects! This program will be high engagement, hands-on, and interactive!
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VEX IQ Robotics Camp Ages 10 to 14
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This program offers students a rich and exciting introduction to advanced levels of VEX IQ Robotics. The program encourages teamwork, problem solving, and leadership skills along with the basics of coding, building a robot, while exploring related STEM applications. During this program students will be gaining an insight to our competition team and the components of it. This class is a prerequisite for interested members to join our VEX IQ Competition team. We also welcome all who are just interested in a highly engaging robotics camp. This camp will be held at our 284 Washington Street location.
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STEAM Explorations II for Ages 8-14
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Ever wonder how a rocket launches into space? Or how Bridges can hold many tons of weight? Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges both engineering and technology through hands-on investigations. Our session will include high interest materials such as Rocketry, Chemistry, K’NEX Challenges, and Robotics! Activities, and groupings, will be varied to meet the needs of all participants. Challenges will be different from past STEM Exploration Camps I.
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Computer Coding, Game Design, and More
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In this course, participants will explore the wonderful world of coding and video game design. Students will learn key concepts of coding on Google CS First and use block coding platform to create their own video games. Participants will share their video games with friends and family and continue adding to them after the program is over. Come put your problem-solving skills to the test and show your creativity. No previous experience is required! Prior to the program, a Google Meet Code will be shared with registered participants. There is no additional materials kit required for this program.
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STEM Fun - Ramping Up to School
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August 28: Technology Exploration
Do you like to explore and use technology? Join us for fun activities that include coding, robotics and electric circuits. August 29: Building Challenges Buildings, houses, bridges, and cars...have you ever wondered what goes into building those structures and vehicles? Come explore and build your own prototypes. August 30: Environmental Investigations Ever wonder how a bird flies Or how animals make their homes? Maybe how a volcano erupts into the air? Come investigate environmental phenomenon! |
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