JEDC STEM Summer Camps
2024 Camp Schedule
Grade levels are the grade a camper is entering in the Fall. Please note that unless otherwise noted campers must bring their own lunch.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations incur a $30 administrative fee. Otherwise, registration can be fully refunded up to two weeks prior to the session. Within two weeks, refunds are only possible if we can fill the spot off the waitlist.
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2024 Robotics Camps
LEGO Robotics Explore Camp
Campers use the LEGO Spike Essential motors, sensors, and programming to bring their LEGO creations to life! This is the robot used in FIRST LEGO League Explore.
- Students entering grades 1-4 (grades vary by week)
- Monday-Friday, 10AM-3PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
Weeks
- June 10-14 (grades 2-4)
- June 17-21 (grades 1-3)
- June 24-28 (grades1-3)
- July 8-12 (grades 2-4)
- July 15-19 (grades 1-3)
- July 22-26 (grades 1-3)
LEGO Robotics Challenge Camp
Campers will build and program the LEGO Spike Prime robots to complete challenges and end the week with a fun Sumo Bot tournament. This is the new robot being used for FIRST LEGO League Challenge.
- Student entering grades 4-8.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
Weeks
- June 10-14
- June 17-21
- June 24-28
- July 15-19
FIRST LEGO League Tips/Introduction to Python
This is an advanced camp for students who have competed in FIRST LEGO League Challenge for at least one year or who have attended LEGO Robotics Challenge Camp. Campers will creatively apply programming and building strategies to complete FIRST LEGO League missions and compete in a challenging mini tournament, as well as undertake some basic programming in Python.
- Students entering grades 4-8.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camp is “Pay as you can.”
- July 22-26
Girls Rock Robotics Camp
This exciting girl only camp will design, build, and code Spike Prime robots and spend a fun week exploring the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
- Students entering grades 4-8.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
- July 8-12
Gruening Park Camp
Campers going into grades 2-8 will build and code the new LEGO Spike robots, conquer puzzles, battle ogres, and become Master Builders as they energize their STEAM skills. This free camp is available exclusively to residents of the Gruening Park area affordable housing community.
- Students entering grades 2-8.
- Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM, located at Gruening Park Rec Center
- July 29-Aug 2
2024 Other STEM Camps
3D Design and Print Camp
Bring your creative ideas to life with 3D design & print! Campers will use the free Tinkercad modeling software to build their design skills and learn advanced tips & tricks as they progress through 2 or more projects per day. Projects include 3D printable trinkets made from 2d images, articulated creatures, multi-part assemblies, storytelling with characters and props, and candy molds. All 3D design skill levels and experiences will be accommodated!
We will be running our 3D printers around the clock for campers to print two of their favorite designs to take home. Tinkercad is free, and campers will keep all their designs, so they can continue working on them long after camp is over and print them with any 3D printer found at school, libraries, makerspaces, or homes.
Only fifteen (15) spots available!
- July 22 – 26
- Students entering grades 6-10.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Camp
Teens will work with a small team to design, customize, build, and maneuver a robot using an REV Robotics kit, as well as code their bot to take on innovative challenges while utilizing your team’s creativity to score points and compete with the other teams.
- July 29 – August 2
- Students entering grades 8-12.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Camp
Teens will work with a small team to design, customize, build, and maneuver a robot using an REV Robotics kit, as well as code their bot to take on innovative challenges while utilizing your team’s creativity to score points and compete with the other teams.
- July 29-August 2
- Students entering grades 8-12.
- Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM, location TBD (valley school)
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
Technical Trades Camp
Join us for this exciting 5-day technical trades camp, exploring careers needed in Juneau! Experience hands-on learning and see behind-the-scenes with our industry partners, and learn about the many apprenticeships, internships, and job opportunities right here in your own hometown.
Only fifteen (15) spots available!
- Dates and location -TBD
- Students entering grades 8-11.
- Lunch, snacks, and bus transportation will be provided.
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
Thank You to Our 2023 Camp Sponsors!
Supported by The Alaska Community Foundation CAMP INITIATIVE Grant
Supported by a First Bank Grant
Sponsored By
Title Sponsor: LEGO Robotics Explore Camp (grades 1-4)
Title Sponsor: LEGO Robotics Challenge Camp (grades 4-8)
Title Sponsor: “See The Universe” Astronomy Camp
STEM Champion
Title Sponsor: 3D Design and Print Camp
STEM Motivator
Technical Trades Camp Collaborators