Campers in grades K-6 can spark their creativity and build collaboration skills while controlling their own flight simulation robots, protecting Earth’s ecosystems, and designing the ultimate sports complexes. Local educators lead fun, hands-on STEM activities at this innovative day program.
Kids in grades K-6 receive activity kits packed with materials to get them designing the next great invention and gaining confidence as innovators. This flexible program can be screen-free and self-led, or enhanced through online collaboration sessions with coaches and participants.
Challenge Camp @Home is a virtual day camp for children ages 4-15 with live interactive classes and dynamic instructors. Parents and campers customize a program by choosing from over 100 STEM and arts electives, as well as active options, like hip hop, fencing, and yoga.
In each weeklong "Coding FUNdamentals" camp, kids ages 6-13 learn a range of topics including coding, video game development, app design, 3D printing, and CNC machining. This action-packed program suits beginners and experienced coders alike.
Get ready for a week of adventure, fun, and innovation. During Codeverse's week-long virtual camps, kids ages 6-13 learn to code, build share-worthy mobile games, get published in an app store, attend virtual field trips, earn digital achievement badges, and more.
Launched by tech educators at Stanford University, these college-based camps offer over 50 courses for kids 9-17, covering everything from wearable tech to virtual reality. Each week of hands-on instruction ends with a showcase for family and friends.
Digital Media Academy's online STEAM Learning Lab offers access to 10 age-appropriate courses custom-designed for students from kindergarten through high school. Each course represents 15-20 hours of learning for engaged learners for a total of 150-200 hours across technology disciplines.
The workshop trains the next generation of civic leaders in communication, decision-making, and advocacy. Subjects include public speaking, argumentative writing, current events, and interdisciplinary: topics in philosophy, psychology, economics, sociology, history, civics, and statistics.
Girls ages 12 and up explore the world of modeling and fashion at this empowering virtual camp for girls. Each day, campers learn about the industry from leading industry professionals and top models and agencies.
The Chicago Park District will offer limited day camps for Chicago residents ages 6-12. Smaller group sizes will be implemented in accordance with state and local health guidelines. Everyone is required to wear a mask and bring their own water bottle.
Chicago Public Library partners with the Museum of Science and Industry to host an 8-week long Summer Learning Challenge each summer, where kids 0-13 can challenge themselves to read, participate in free hands-on activities, and push themselves creatively.
The Girl Scouts offers summer day camp (with overnight options) for girls aged 5-18 in the Chicago suburbs. Girls can immerse themselves in nature, play games, sing songs, and make lasting friendships in a fun, safe environment.
Kids 4 Coding, an award-winning leader in youth computer education, offers half- and full-day co-ed summer technology programs for students ages 7-16. A small-group format, with a 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio, gives kids plenty of attention and opportunities to socialize with peers.
Little Beans Cafe in Chicago and Evanston offers flexible, affordable summer camp options for 3-9 year olds, with a different theme each week. Kids can enjoy indoor and outdoor physical activities, as well as story times and art projects.
The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Center offers free day camp during the summer, as well as Wonderland Camp, a week long overnight camp in Wisconsin.
From culinary science and Lego engineering to Minecraft and slime, there's something for every STEM learner at this hands-on camp. Campers ages Kindergarten through 5th grade can design, build, and experiment.
Kids ages 5-12 and older can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities at various YMCA locations throughout the Chicago area. In order to keep everyone safe, the Y has instituted new protocols, including mandatory temperature checks and facemasks for all staff and campers.
