Summer Academic Enrichment Eligible Programs

Goals

This program is designed to expose students from underrepresented groups to science, math, and technology in fun and innovative ways. While specially designed for students of color and girls, all students are welcome to participate. Our program seeks to break through cultural divides by providing access to positive social and emotional activities with our summer camps for grades 3-8. We seek to provide peers from diverse backgrounds who serve as positive role models by hiring student employees whom the target population can identify with and form positive relationships.

Activities

The SCSU Math Science Computer Camp is a 5-day residential program featuring exercises involving computers, mathematics, and science. Students engage in problem-solving and research-oriented activities designed to improve their knowledge of science, the environment, and culture. There is a significant focus on the biological and environmental sciences, with many activities taking place on the SCSU campus and other outdoor, natural environments. Our science curriculum is based on hands-on, experimental, cooperative learning strategies, emphasizing students' discovery and exploring natural phenomena. Math classes emphasize problem-solving, creative thinking, and the application of math concepts to everyday life. Computer applications involve word processing, spreadsheet usage, database creation and management, email, internet access, graphics, digital imaging, and robotics. Participants also engage in recreational activities, go on field trips to places of scientific interest, play games, and socialize with other students from Minnesota.

Program Dates

Week One - June 9-13, 2024 (3rd and 4th grade) Week Two - June 16-20, 2024 (5th and 6th grade) Week Three - June 23-27, 2024 (7th and 8th grade)

Can students reside on campus? Yes

Can students commute to campus? No

Can students take online classes? No