Summer Imagineering is a novel program for middle schoolers ages 12-14 who are ready to engage in hands-on problem solving in a non-competitive, encouraging environment. The program focuses on developing inquisitiveness, flexibility of mind, eagerness to learn, and resilience in the face of challenges. During the academic year, teachers have little opportunity to do this, especially given the dense curricula. 

To develop strong critical thinking, problem solving, and design strategies, students are given a task which will entail building something out of low-tech materials, such as cardboard, straws, balloons, popsicle sticks, wheels, etc. They construct an initial prototype, evaluate its ability to solve the given problem, then create another, better model in a cycle commonly called the engineering design cycle. This is a methodical process in which failure is not bad—it is a critical step along the path to improvement. Each day, students conduct teacher-led experiments and lessons, in between building and planning sessions. They collaborate to generate ideas and work through several iterations to improve their model. The support and guidance that each student receives is tailored to their needs. 

There are absolutely no prerequisites for joining the program—except for a willingness to participate wholeheartedly. Interest and enthusiasm are much more important than math or science skills. Each week has a different theme, and students engage with unique experiments, science concepts, and projects depending on that week’s theme. Sign up for one, two, three, or all four weeks!

In-person and virtual Summer STEM Camps are available, as well as virtual Spring Tech Camps.

Welcome to Camp Tech Revolution to be held at Rice University, a world leader in summer tech camps. With 35+ camps, gain hands-on experience, develop skills, create awesome projects, and get a head start in the tech industry. Powered by Lavner Camps, one of the top specialty camp organizations in the United States, Tech Revolution is a highly focused tech camp with weekly offerings in some of the most cutting-edge tech in the world.

Learn from talented and passionate instructors who create a camp environment emphasizing learning, friendship, safety, and fun. Staff-to-camper ratios are 1:5-1:10 or better, and the campuses are top-notch with at least one director on location.

Summer camps include Minecraft, Coding, Robotics, Game Design, Roblox, AI, Spy Tech, Custom Converse/Vans Sneakers, YouTube Production, and more.

Most camp weeks sell out; visit lavnercamps.com to enroll!

Stargazer Day Camp serves the Brooklyn community via the Mill Basin, Marine Park, Flatbush, Bergen Beach, and Canarsie areas. Stargazer Day Camp has a long-standing reputation for providing a fun, safe, and healthy camp experience for all of its youngsters while encompassing a beautiful plethora of dynamic children from all walks of life. The beauty of diversity, in of itself, is that it leads to experiences that sometimes can't be had from being around a centralized sect of people. By growing to understand and accept others with respect to their race, age, religion, etc., the children are afforded a greater learning opportunity that no textbook could ever provide.

Kinetic Vibez is an artistic wellness movement that focuses on introducing a holistically creative lifestyle to youth ages 7 to 19. By fusing yoga, meditation, and hip-hop, Kinetic Vibez helps students overcome stress, depression, and bullying.

At Camp Vibez, campers will have the opportunity to express themselves through hip-hop music production, dance, mindfulness, and animation. Campers will be able to connect with other youth who share the same creative interests, building a social network of young creative individuals. 

Offerings include school break camps, workshops, and more. Please visit the website for a schedule, pricing, and more information.

MagicDance Todddler classes are fun-filled, creative, and educational participation programs for children ages 1-3 years and a parent or caregiver. Classes include creative movement, dance, music, art projects, percussion instrument play, circle time stories, ABC's, numbers, languages, a museum visit, puppet shows, outdoor play, optional nature walks, and snack from home. Camp is held in a fairytale indoor and outdoor setting at Audubon Greenwich. Register for a full semester, partial semester, or single classes. A sibling discount is offered.

MagicDance Toddler's live classes are open now for registration online. Visit magicdance.com for a full schedule and to register. You can also email or call Audrey Appleby at audreyappleby@yahoo.com or 203-981-4704.