SciGenius gives kids the perfect opportunity to enjoy a summer packed with STEAM-powered fun — all while getting them learning and excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math!
At SciGenius’ award-winning camps, kids aren’t just observers but participants in daily, hands-on experiments, activities, and lessons that get them one-on-one with STEAM concepts and principles. In addition, their educators are committed to engaging kids and growing their curiosity. SciGenius summer camps have it all!
Check out their summer 2023 opportunities at two Herndon, VA, locations, including King Abdullah Academy and the Nysmith School:
Art Makers Camp @ KA Academy
June 19-23, 2023
Ages 6-12
Campers will experiment with many different art types while making Van Gogh globes, dot-to-dot-like Seurat, and more. They’ll also learn about famous artists such as Henri Matisse, Georges Seurat, and Vincent Van Gogh. What an excellent way for your child to explore the incredible world of art!
Jr. Art Makers Camp @ Nysmith School
June 20-23, 2023
Ages 3-5
Young campers will experiment with exciting art materials and techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and collage. Creativity and imagination will be emphasized, with a special focus on skill building. In addition, kids will learn about famous artists such as Henri Matisse, Georges Seurat, and Vincent Van Gogh. What a great way for younger campers to explore the incredible world of art!
Science & Beyond Camp @ KA Academy
June 26-30, 2023
Ages 6-12
In this camp, kids will learn a different type of science every day — from chemistry to physics and more! They’ll also learn about chemical reactions they might encounter daily and the nature of birds and beasts as they walk on the wild side of science.
Jr. It’s All About Science Camp @ Nysmith School
June 26-30, 2023
Ages 3-5
In this camp, kids will create “magic” potions and exciting chemical reactions that will blow their minds. They’ll erupt a volcano, make indoor snow, step inside a giant bubble, grow a giant crystal, blast a rocket into the air, and more! Plus, campers will learn about the states of matter and how things change with mixtures, solutions, and chemical reactions.
Cosmetic Chemist Camp @ KA Academy
July 3-7, 2023
Ages 6-12
This camp is perfect for campers who want to learn the science behind beauty products. Kids will make various beauty products — from bath bombs and lip gloss to perfume and more. This an excellent opportunity to show how cosmetic chemists make a difference in the STEAM field.
Jr. Dino & Mining Camp @ Nysmith School
July 3-7, 2023
Ages 3-5
At this camp, kids will go on an adventure back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth! Kids will become Paleontologists and dig for fossils and learn about different types of volcanoes. The world may not have a time machine, but campers will learn about how dinosaurs thrived before they became extinct and more!
Electric Circuitry Camp @ KA Academy
July 3-7, 2023
Ages 6-12
The world is filled with devices that use electricity. In this campers will discover how electricity works from concept to design and function. They’ll also gain an understanding of electric currents and magnetic forces through exciting projects and build your scribble bot, electric fan, and many more cool projects.
Ingenious Innovators Camp @ KA Academy
July 10-14, 2023
Ages 6-12
At this special camp, kids will be introduced to some of the most famous inventions and inventors from the past and present. Then, they’ll harness the power of the engineering design process to design and build prototypes using the same tools, skills, and thinking methods employed by famous innovators too. Campers will also create catapults and forts, construct working light sticks, a suspension bridge from recycled materials, and many more fun engineering projects.
Jr. Camp CSI @ Nysmith School
July 10-14, 2023
Ages 3-5
In Jr. Camp CSI, campers will learn about investigative techniques and use chemistry, molecular biology, and physics to explore mysteries throughout the week. In addition, kids will conduct ink chromatography experiments, fingerprint analysis, DNA extraction, and more. They’ll also learn how forensic experts use science to discover the hidden clues left behind at crime scenes and how that helps investigators solve difficult cases.
Camp CSI @ KA Academy
July 17-21, 2023
Ages 6-12
In Camp CSI, campers will learn about investigative techniques and use chemistry, molecular biology, and physics to explore mysteries throughout the week. They’ll conduct experiments in ink chromatography, fingerprint analysis, DNA extraction, and more and learn how forensic experts use science to discover the hidden clues left behind at crime scenes and how that helps investigators solve complex cases. This camp offers the chance to discover the unseen world of chemicals, molecules, and genetics in this week of inquiry and exploration! Plus, returning campers will even have new mysteries to solve.
Jr. LEGO Robotics Camp @ Nysmith School
July 17-21, 2023
Ages 3-5
At this special camp, kids will develop real-world skills to solve real-world problems. In addition, age-appropriate robots motivate campers to build, code, and deepen STEM learning. This camp is based on a solid foundation of standards and coherence; SciGenius’ NGSS-aligned curriculum enables campers to leverage advanced science and mathematics concepts combined with robotics and engineering.
LEGO Robotics Camp @ KA Academy
July 24-28, 2023
Ages 6-12
In this popular camp, kids will participate in multiple projects that increase in complexity as the learning progresses, inviting them to build, code, and experiment with their creations! Campers will develop real-world problem-solving skills as robots motivate them to create, code, and deepen STEM learning. This camp is based on a solid foundation of standards and coherence; SciGenius’ NGSS-aligned curriculum enables kids to leverage advanced science and mathematics concepts combined with robotics and engineering.
Jr. Future Engineers Camp @ Nysmith School
July 24-28, 2023
Ages 3-5
Young campers will become engineers for the week and explore the different types of engineering and inventions from the past and present. Kids will learn about bridges, how to create simple catapults and forts, construct working light sticks, create suspension bridges from recycled materials, and many more fun engineering projects!
Wacky & Weird Science Camp @ KA Academy
July 31-Aug 4, 2023
Ages 6-12
During this week of wacky and weird fun, campers will explore their creative side with different science experiments — from exploring flower chromatography, magic milk, instant ice, and many more cool experiments!
Jr. Doctor & Vet Camp @ Nysmith School
July 31-Aug 4, 2023
Ages 3-5
Campers will learn about the human body, why bodies have bones, what the nervous system does, and explore X-rays. Plus, kids will become veterinarians and meet animals later in the week.
LEGO Engineering Camp @ KA Academy
Aug 7-11, 2023
Ages 6-12
Campers will learn about and explore different architectures and cities. Kids will unleash their creativity and work together to design and build LEGO structures!
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