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Science Summer Camps 2024

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Summer Camps Need to Know:

  • All camps are designed for campers entering the following grades in their next school year (Fall 2024).
  • All full-day camps and combo camps are $325 for a 5 day week and $275 for a 4 day week.
  • With our diverse range of camps, there is something for everyone. No experience required for any camps!
  • Please see our Information and Policies section for more information. 
  • Our camp operating hours:
    • Camp Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
    • Supervised Drop Off: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
    • Supervised Pick Up: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Science Summer Camp Offerings 2024

 

 Please Note: * Indicates a 4 day week

Going into Grades 1-2 (Fall 2024)

Body Science Minis (Grades 1-2)

Interested in learning more about your body and mind? In this camp you will learn about parts of your body, test your senses, learn about psychology, participate in fun experiments, and more.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)

Chemistry Minis (Grades 1-2)

Explore the wonderful world of science. Each day, you will discover the chemistry behind topics like colours, bubbles, water, food, and more. Participate in cool, hands-on activities and experiments, and see fascinating demonstrations.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)

Cyber Minis (Grades 1-2)

Let your imagination run wild. In this introductory computer camp, you will be introduced to creative computing, problem-solving, robotics, video games and much more.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Nature Minis (Grades 1-2)

Discover the world around you in this fun introductory nature camp. Learn about animals, plants, rocks, minerals, dinosaurs and more. Visit cool museums and explore nature with outdoor activities.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)

Going into Grades 3-4 (Fall 2024)

 

Chemistry Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Develop your observation and problem solving skills through hands-on activities, experiments, and challenges in the exciting world of chemistry.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)

Computing Science Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Solve technological challenges while learning computing fundamentals through problem-solving activities, computer animation, video game creation and programming basics.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)

Dino & Rock Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Discover the world beneath your feet in this fun introductory nature camp. Learn about rocks, minerals, dinosaurs, fossils, and more. Visit cool museums, and explore the outdoors with activities.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)

Minecraft Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Take the next steps with Minecraft. Learn more about the game, compete, and complete fun challenges with a group.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9*  (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Space Juniors (Grades 3-4)

A great way to launch into the out-of-this-world field of space science. Learn all about the solar system, space rocks, space exploration, robotics and more.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)

Going into Grades 5-6 (Fall 2024)

 

Computing Science Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Learn how to make interactive programs and games on the computer to share with others. Discover the world of web design, program robots in action, and create your own web apps that are playable on mobile devices.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • Jul 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29 - Aug 2 (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Forensic Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Do you love mysteries? Learn how science can help solve mysteries and crimes. Understand what makes you unique by studying fingerprints, handwriting, and more. Collect and record evidence at a mock crime scene and combine science techniques with your deduction skills to crack the case.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Game Design Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Design and build your own video game by learning how to use game design tools such as Scratch, Kodu, Twine and more. Create artwork, design characters, learn about storytelling in games, program interactive elements and create a game to take home.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)

Math Game Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Puzzles, problems, and a math fair project. Develop your mathematical thinking by solving puzzles, tackling problems and developing sophisticated strategies to win mathematical games. End the camp by creating math exhibits that you will present to your fellow campers.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Minecraft Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Anything you imagine, you can build. Minecraft newbies and experts alike will learn about custom blocks and circuits, science in Minecraft, farming and pixel art. Work together to solve challenges, and build your own community within Minecraft.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)

Science of Art Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Art and science blend together in this exciting interdisciplinary science camp. Learn about scientific drawing, create an interactive art piece using physics, create 3D models, and more.

  • July 2-5* (All Girls Session) (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)

Science and Sport Skills Combo (*Ages 9-11*)

In partnership with Green and Gold camps, the Faculty of Science is offering a full-day combination camp for ages 9-11. For half the day, learn about nature science on campus with our science camp leaders by visiting museums and labs and by participating in hands-on science activities. During the other half of the time, experience sport, play, activities that focus on interaction with nature, and the development of new skills with Green and Gold camp leaders.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)

Going into Grades 7-8 (Fall 2024)

 

Body Science Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Explore the science of your body and mind. In this camp, you will learn about anatomy, physiology, psychology and more. Participate in hands-on activities and visit labs that study how the body and mind works.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (All Girls) (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)

Computing Science Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Will you be the next computing science challenger? Learn more about computing science through hands-on programming, 3D design, Arduinos and more. No computing experience necessary.

  • July 15-19 (FULL)
  • July 22-26 (FULL)
  • July 29-Aug 2 (FULL)
  • Aug 19-23 (FULL)

Digital Creator Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Unleash your creativity using the computer. In this camp you will learn to use digital paint tools, 3D modeling tools, program robots with markers, exploring virtual reality, creating animated stories, and more.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)

Minecraft Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Want to learn how to use Minecraft in different and creative ways? Take your skills and creativity to the next level by using Minecraft to create your own worlds and games using custom characters and much more.

  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)

*Please Note: This program can admit students entering grade 9 as well.

Physics Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Physics is all around you. Solve real world problems with the help of experimental physics. Through activities, demonstrations, and experiments, take part in the interesting world of physics.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)

Going into Grades 9-11 (Fall 2024)

 

Computing Science Innovators (Grades 9-11)

Will you be the next computing science innovator? Learn more about computing science through hands-on programming, 3D design, Arduinos, and more. No computing experience necessary.

  • July 2-5* (FULL)
  • July 8-12 (FULL)
  • Aug 6-9* (FULL)
  • Aug 12-16 (FULL)