Mid-Winter Break Science Camp for Middle Schoolers
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - Friday, February 24, 2017
The New York Academy of Sciences
The New York Academy of Sciences is proud to offer our first-ever Mid-Winter Break Science Camp from February 21-24, 2017. Over the course of four days, students in 5th-8th grades will work alongside scientists from some of New York City’s leading institutions in a range of hands-on activities to expand their skills in multiple STEM areas.
Activities include:
- Learning the coding language Scratch to program their own video games to mimic their physical movements
- Solve engineering challenges by working with a team to build a marshmallow tower
- Conducting scientific experiments on ice at the nearby Rink at Brookfield Place
- And more!
Over the course of this four-day Science Camp, students will gain:
- Leadership skills through STEM design challenges
- Communication techniques that allow them to share science concepts with their peers
- Scientific collaboration and engineering skills
- Teamwork and problem-solving experience
Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program.
FAQ
What are the dates and times of the program?
This camp will take place during NYC's DOE Mid-Winter Recess which is from February 21–24, 2016. The times are from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Where is it held?
The New York Academy of Sciences, 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, 40th Floor, New York, NY 10007
Who is eligible for this camp?
Students in grades 5th–8th.
How much does the program cost?
The program costs $650 (early registration, before 12/19/16, $550). Lunch is included in the program cost.
How do I apply for the program?
Parents and/or guardians may register the student for the cohort. Upon confirmation of payment, the parent and/or guardian will receive an email from the Academy with next steps. In order to participate in the program, the parent and/or guardian must submit a signed permission slip permitting the student to attend the program. Please click this link to complete the permission slip form: https://nyas.formstack.com/forms/science_camp
How many students will participate?
We expect to enroll 150 students in this cohort.
When will I be notified about my registration?
Within a week of registration, you will receive an email with additional logistical information.
When is the deadline for registration?
Registered students will be accepted until capacity is reached.
Is there a dress code?
No, although students should aim to wear clothes that permit easy movement for activities.
Contact
For more information email Kristian Breton, Director, Education at kbreton@nyas.org.
Session Descriptions
Introduction to Scratch: Students will learn how to connect simple sensors to a laptops to manipulate video games that react to their movement and instructions.
Leadership and Teamwork: Students will learn the skills sets for leadership and how to be a good leader in the STEM world, with exposure to real world examples of teenagers who are STEM leaders. Students will practice their skills through a variety of hands-on challenges.
Field Trips: Students will visit nearby institutions to test what they have learned. For example, students will go ice-skating to see how sensors react differently on ice.
Registration Pricing
| Member | $600 |
| Nonmember | $650 |
| Promotion | $550 |