Registration is open for the two youth-focused hands-on learning opportunities in Barbara Shineman Summer Scholars Summer Camps' Sheldon Institute and STEAM Camp.
With these programs, the goal is for children to learn, explore and have fun.
For either camp, young participants can be dropped off between 8 and 9 a.m., with student pick-up running until 5 p.m.
Scholarships are available for those who might need financial support for their children to attend.
Sheldon Institute for Barbara Shineman Scholars for students entering grades 2 through 10 will run July 22 to 26 and July 29 to Aug. 2. It meets a need for parents looking for a program that will give children an opportunity to explore their interests and develop their skills and talents in a fun and engaging way.
The 45th annual program is specifically designed to address the academic and cultural needs of curious and creative students and aims to show education should be informative and enjoyable. Sheldon Institute includes hands-on courses in art, music, culture, science, technology, fitness and wellness to enrich the minds of students and plant the seeds for future education. The program's goal is to create a learning environment where children can thrive and make lasting connections with peers who share their passion for creating and learning.
August 5-9, August 12-16: STEAM Camp for ages 6-13 will run Aug. 5 to 9 and Aug. 12 to 16. As the demand for talented coders, game developers, robotics engineers and designers continues to increase, many families are turning to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) education in the summer to enhance their children’s skills and knowledge.
SUNY Oswego’s Division of Extended Learning STEAM Summer Camp is a fun, interactive and uniquely designed program that allows students to explore, imagine, collaborate, create and problem-solve, all while learning 21st-century skills that will help them succeed in school and beyond. STEAM Quest classes provide small- and large-group learning with very individualized attention.
Students will have some screen time for programming, coding, game design and robotics, but organizers aim to get them engaged with each other. Children will participate in hands-on science, technology experiments and art projects. They will also practice team-building skills and take field trips around campus.
The third summer camp, Exploring Nature at Rice Creek, is full for now and waitlisted for the summer 2024 edition.
To register, visit oswego.edu/summercamps. Email summeryouthprogram@oswego.edu for more information. Updates are available on Facebook via the SUNY Oswego Youth Programs page.
-- Submitted by the Division of Extended Learning