Summer Learning at Camp Blodgett
What is STEM Academy?
Camp Blodgett's STEM Academy is a program for a select group of youth entering 6th-8th grades who are invited to attend four weeks of summer camp. Each day STEM Academy campers receive three hours of high-quality academic experiences in Science, Math & Engineering and Technology. The remainder of the day, STEM Academy campers participate in camp activities with the entire camp. Campers return home each weekend, as well as the week encompassing July 4th.
Why STEM?
Science and math have always been important building blocks in a child’s education. Today, the skills and understanding developed while studying science, math, technology and engineering concepts are even more critical. Despite all we know about the importance of student success in these areas, youth in our communities consistently lack proficiency in both math & science - especially at the middle school level. Our goal in this program is to provide a fun hands-on, challenging, and academically enriching opportunity for participants.
Tell Me More!
Experienced, certified, enthusiastic, and creative teachers and program assistants provide material to participants in engaging and exciting ways in small groups of no more than 14 students. Curriculum for the program is designed by Dr. Keli Christopher of STEM Greenhouse. Students work in mixed-grade groups determined by the participants' school and program academic abilities.
Utilizing State of Michigan standards for Math and Next Generation Science Standards, students are introduced to new ideas, challenged to explore and expand on what they have learned during the school year, and given opportunities to build confidence and try new things. Campers are encouraged to do their best, work hard, and cooperate with others in order build academic knowledge and skills, learn to better communicate with others, and develop problem-solving skills.
During the Summer of 2018, our Science focus was Environmental Science.
STEM Academy participants explored the camp environment, learning what makes up the ecosystem - the water, plants, air and soil that make up the environment in and around Camp Blodgett. In studying math, students are given opportunities to develop and practice skills in fun, interactive games and activities as well as skill-building sessions. Field trips and activities highlighting engineering and technology through a robotics program are also be part of the program.
Camp Blodgett's STEM Academy is a program for a select group of youth entering 6th-8th grades who are invited to attend four weeks of summer camp. Each day STEM Academy campers receive three hours of high-quality academic experiences in Science, Math & Engineering and Technology. The remainder of the day, STEM Academy campers participate in camp activities with the entire camp. Campers return home each weekend, as well as the week encompassing July 4th.
Why STEM?
Science and math have always been important building blocks in a child’s education. Today, the skills and understanding developed while studying science, math, technology and engineering concepts are even more critical. Despite all we know about the importance of student success in these areas, youth in our communities consistently lack proficiency in both math & science - especially at the middle school level. Our goal in this program is to provide a fun hands-on, challenging, and academically enriching opportunity for participants.
Tell Me More!
Experienced, certified, enthusiastic, and creative teachers and program assistants provide material to participants in engaging and exciting ways in small groups of no more than 14 students. Curriculum for the program is designed by Dr. Keli Christopher of STEM Greenhouse. Students work in mixed-grade groups determined by the participants' school and program academic abilities.
Utilizing State of Michigan standards for Math and Next Generation Science Standards, students are introduced to new ideas, challenged to explore and expand on what they have learned during the school year, and given opportunities to build confidence and try new things. Campers are encouraged to do their best, work hard, and cooperate with others in order build academic knowledge and skills, learn to better communicate with others, and develop problem-solving skills.
During the Summer of 2018, our Science focus was Environmental Science.
STEM Academy participants explored the camp environment, learning what makes up the ecosystem - the water, plants, air and soil that make up the environment in and around Camp Blodgett. In studying math, students are given opportunities to develop and practice skills in fun, interactive games and activities as well as skill-building sessions. Field trips and activities highlighting engineering and technology through a robotics program are also be part of the program.
2019 STEM Academy Schedule
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Applications Available: December 1, 2018
Applications Due: February 15, 2019 Interviews & Acceptance: January - March, 2019 Early Spring Assessments: dates TBA Academy Sessions
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Applying to the Camp Blodgett STEM Academy
Admission into STEM Academy is limited and applications are accepted during the winter months. Admission decisions will be made in early Spring. Not every child who applies will be accepted into the program. To apply for a child to be considered for STEM Academy, complete and return the application form as soon as possible.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR 2019 BEGINS DECEMBER 1, 2018
THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR 2019 BEGINS DECEMBER 1, 2018