Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math In the Summer 2013

Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Math In the Summer
2013 Guide to Opportunities
For Grades Pre-K -12
E
very student needs ongoing
opportunities to continue learning and practice important skills.
Studies have shown young people
experience learning losses when
they do not engage in educational
activities during the summer. The
purpose of this guide is to help you
and your family choose the right
summer program. There are countless opportunities available locally,
statewide and nationally. This guide
serves as a quick reference for some
of the science, engineering, technology and mathematics programs
currently open to students.
About Techbridge
The mission of Techbridge is to
promote girls’ interest and skills in
science, technology, and engineering through multi-faceted programs,
as well as to develop resources for
teachers, role models, families and
partners. Since its founding in 2000,
Techbridge has served over 5,000 girls
in grades 5-12. Our goal is to change
girls’ lives, by increasing their choices
for the future through consistent, personal support.
Contact Information
7700 Edgewater Drive, Suite 519
Oakland, CA 94621
Ph (510) 777-9170 | Fax (510) 777-9193
[email protected]
This guide is for informational purposes only, and
does not imply endorsement or recommendation
by Techbridge. Please also contact the programs
for the2 most up-to-date information.
Contents
For quick reference, check below to find the program
that works best for your family.
Younger Aged Programs (K - 5) .....................................
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Middle School Aged Programs (6 - 8) ...........................
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High School Aged Programs (9 - 12) .............................
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Multi-Aged Programs (K - 12) ........................................
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Local to the San Francisco Bay Area?
Take part in AAUW Oakland-Piedmont’s
31st Annual Children’s Summer Program
Fair held on Sunday, March 10, 2013 at the
Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Drive,
Oakland, CA. Sign up in person for many
science-related summer programs. The
event is open to the public at no charge
from 1:00-4:30.
www.aauw-op.com/CampFair.htm
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2013 Program Reference
For quick reference, use the following tables to get the information you need about each program.
Grade
K - 5: Program is open to students starting in grades 1, 2, 3,
4, or 5 .
6 - 8: Program is open to
students starting in grades 6,
7 or 8.
9 - 12: Program is open to students starting in grades 9, 10,
11, or 12.
Other
Program
Dates
This symbol indicates a multiweek or single week program
starting in June.
This symbol indicates a multiweek or single week program
starting in July.
M - Program has multi-week
starting dates.
All - Program offers programs
to multiple age groups.
Financial
Aid
This symbol indicates that aid is offered. Check the individual
program for information on how to apply and deadlines for applications.
Gender
This indicates that the program is intended for female students
only. Check the individual program for information.
Location
This program will take place outside of the San Francisco Bay
Area. Check the individual program for more information.
Programs in Alphabetical Order
Page #
Grade
Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) Elementary Division at UC
Berkeley
9
All
Academic Talent Development Program
(ATDP) Secondary Division at UC Berkeley
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All
13
9 - 12
Arthritis Foundation Science Internship
Program
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Dates
Aid
Notes
Page #
Grade
Berkeley Foundation for Opportunities
in Information Technology (BFOIT)
21
All
California State Summer School for
Mathematics and Science (COSMOS)
13
9 - 12
M
8
K-5
M
22
All
M
8
K-5
22
All
23
All
14
9 - 12
Education Program for Gifted Youth
(EPGY) High School Summer Institute
14
9 - 12
M
Education Program for Gifted Youth
(EPGY) Middle School Summer Institute
10
6-8
M
10
6-8
23
All
15
9 - 12
Camp Edmo
Camp EdTech
Camp Galileo
Chabot Space & Science Center Camp
Education Unlimited Computer Camp
embARC Summer Design Academy
Galileo Summer Quest
iD Tech Camps
Introductory College Level Experience
in Microbiology (iCLEM)
Dates
Aid
Notes
M
M
5
Page #
Grade
Lawrence Hall of Science Summer
Camps
24
All
National Youth Leadership Forum on
Medicine
15
9 - 12
M
24
All
M
16
9 - 12
25
All
11
6-8
16
9- 12
11
6-8
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer
Research Program (SIMR)
17
9 - 12
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program (SMYSP)
17
9 - 12
Stanford School of Earth Sciences Internship
18
9 - 12
Stanford University Mathematics Camp
(SUMaC)
18
9 - 12
Point Reyes Summer Camp
RISE (Raising Interest in Science and Engineering) Summer Internship Program
Sally Ride Science Camp
SCI-FY Summer Institute of BFOIT
Smith College Summer Science and Engineering Program for High School Girls
SPEAR: Middle School Scholar Academy
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Dates
M
Aid
Notes
Summer Math and Science Honors
Academy (SMASH)
Summer Engineering Seminar
Techbridge Summer Academy
Tech Trek
Tech Museum Summer Camps
UC Davis Young Scholars Program
Page #
Grade
19
9 - 12
19
9 - 12
25
6-8
12
6-8
26
All
20
9 - 12
Dates
Aid
Notes
M
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Younger Aged Programs (K - 5)
Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) Elementary Division at UC Berkeley
ATDP’s Elementary Division, administered through UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Education, offers a three-week
summer session of stimulating and challenging classes including math, lab chemistry, physics and human anatomy.
This year the ED will be held at Washington Elementary School in Point Richmond, nine miles from UC Berkeley.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
Elementary Division: July 8 - July 26
Grades
Current K - 6th
Fees
$50 Application fee. Tuition ranges between $650 - $700. Limited financial aid
available.
Application
Deadline
Returning Applicants: March 13
New Applicants: March 27
Contact
(510) 642-8308
Website
atdp.berkeley.edu
Camp Edmo
This digital media arts camp for entering K - 4th graders features arts, science and animation sessions across the Bay
Area. Kids can also choose from Edmo in the Park where sessions take place at local regional parks and participate
in programs about local art, science, history or geography. Kids do everything from strike yoga poses to pet baby
sharks.
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Location
Multiple locations across the Bay Area.
Dates
Varies on program. Programs are offered from June through August.
Grades
Rising Pre-k to 4th
Fees
Tuition varies depending on the course, location, and camp option.
Application
Deadline
Rolling enrollment
Contact
(877) 993-6673
Website
www.campedmo.org
Camp Galileo
Taking inspiration from the innovation process developed at the Stanford d.school, they use imaginative themes
and whimsical narratives to draw campers into a week full of hands-on art, science and outdoor activities. This years
themes include Medieval Adventure, African Safari, Galileo Amusement Park, and Space Odyssey.
Location
Multiple locations across the Bay Area.
Dates
Dates vary by location.
Grades
Current Pre-k to 5th
Fees
Tuition varies depending on the course, location and camp option.
Discounts and promotions are also available. Financial assistance is
available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(800) 854-3684
Website
www.galileo-camps.com/camp-galileo/overview
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Middle School Aged Programs (6 - 8)
Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) Middle School Summer Institutes
The EPGY Summer Institutes are multi-week residential programs for academically talented and motivated middleschool students. Participants live in supervised Stanford housing and are taught by Stanford instructors. Students engage in intensive study in a single course and experience college life on the Stanford campus. Subject areas include
arts and humanities, science, and computer programming.
Location
Stanford University
Dates
Session 1: June 23 - July 5
Session 2: July 8 - July 20
Session 3: July 23 - August 3
Grades
Current 6th - 7th
Fees
$50 application fee.
Session 1: $3,800
Session 2: $3,800
Session 3: $3,700
Partial and full scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
March 13
Contact
(800) 372-3749, option 3
Website
epgy.stanford.edu/summer/middleschoolprogram.html
Galileo Summer Quest
Galileo Summer Quest is a fun summer day camp where students dive into subjects they are passionate about or
want to explore. Programs use the Stanford-d.school-inspired innovation process to enhance design and learning.
Inspired by expert instructors – many of them professionals in their fields – campers work each week to realize their
personal vision in one or more of 14 majors which include video game design, Lego robotics, digital photography,
and go-karts. Lunch and extended day options are available.
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Location
Multiple locations across the Bay Area
Dates
Dates vary by location.
Grades
Rising 5th - 8th
Fees
Tuition varies depending on the course, location and camp option.
Discounts and promotions are also available. Financial assistance is
available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(800) 854-3684
Website
www.galileo-camps.com/galileo-summer-quest/overview/
SPEAR: Middle School Scholar Academy
The SPEAR Middle School Scholar Academy is a six-week summer program at UC Berkeley tailored to support the
academic and social development of middle school students entering grades 6-8. SPEAR offers an enriching learning experience and opportunities for scholars to develop self-efficacy, resourcefulness, and problem-solving strategies, while honing their scholarly identity. SPEAR will focus on building and honing student acumen in language
arts, mathematics, public speaking, science, reading, and writing across the curriculum.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
June 24 – August 2
Grades
Rising 6th - 8th
Fees
$50 application fee. Tuition is $3,000. Limited scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
April 30, 2013
Contact
(510) 643-8818
Website
summer.berkeley.edu/spear
SCI-FY Summer Institute of BFOIT
SCI-FY, a project of the International Computer Science Institute (ICSI), encourages students of color and women to
develop skills, leadership, and an interest in the fields of computer science, engineering, information technology,
and the sciences. During this two-week program, SCI-FY facilitates the development of skills in problem solving,
teamwork, lifelong learning, multiple ways of communicating, and technological literacy. They serve students in the
surrounding areas that include Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
July 29 - August 9
Grades
Current 6th - 8th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(510) 459-5558
Website
www.bfoit.org/SCIFYInformationDescription2013.pdf
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Tech Trek (A program of The American Association of University Women)
Tech Trek is a science and math camp designed to develop interest, excitement, and self-confidence in young
women. It features hands-on activities in math, science, and related fields. All sleeping, eating, instructional, and
recreational facilities are located on a university campus where camps are held. Seventh grade science and/or math
teachers recommend camper candidates who must pass through an extensive qualification process that includes an
application, an essay, and a personal interview.
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Location
Stanford University. Other locations across California available.
Dates
Stanford:
(Curie) July 7 - July 13
(Hopper) July 14 - July 20
Grades
Current 7th
Fees
Program is free to participants
Application
Deadline
Applicants must be recommended. See FAQ section on website for more information.
Contact
[email protected]
Website
www.aauw-techtrek.org/
High School Aged Programs (9 - 12)
Arthritis Foundation Science Internship Program
The Summer Science Internship Program provides twelve outstanding students with the opportunity to work in
leading research and clinical laboratories under the supervision of respected scientists at Stanford University and
the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). This internship provides students hands-on experience in the
fields of rheumatology and immunology, with a focus on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. Interns participate in basic laboratory (bench) research or clinical translational/epidemiological research. This program is designed to encourage students to pursue a career in scientific study and research with an ultimate goal of inspiring
them to focus their research potential on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases.
Location
Stanford University and UCSF
Dates
June 17 - August 8
Grades
17 years old
Fees
Participants receive a stipend of $1,500.
Application
Deadline
February 22
Contact
(415) 356-1230
[email protected]
Website
summerscienceinternship.kintera.org
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS)
The California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) is a 4-week summer residential program for high school scholars with demonstrated interest and achievement in math and science. The program is
also open to advanced 8th graders capable of participating in a one-month program away from home. This intensive experience is intended to encourage young minds to continue their interest in these fields. Located on four
University of California campuses, COSMOS provides students with an opportunity to work side-by-side with outstanding researchers and university faculty, covering topics that extend beyond the typical high school curriculum.
Location
UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Santa Cruz and UC San Diego
Dates
Dates vary by site.
Grades
Current 9th - 12th. Some exceptions for 8th made.
Fees
$30 application fee. Tuition is $2,950. Full and partial financial assistance may
be available for tuition.
Application
Deadline
February 22
Contact
[email protected]
Website
cosmos.ucsc.edu/index.html
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embARC Summer Design Academy
embARC is a four-week design academy for high school students held at the College of Environmental Design (CED)
in UC Berkeley. Students explore the fields of environmental design and city planning, experience the culture of the
design studio, connect to top CED faculty and professionals, and build a portfolio for their college application.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
July 8 - August 2
Grades
Current 10th - 11th
Fees
$30 application fee. $3,200 program fee plus other fees. Contact
for more information on financial aid.
Application
Deadline
May 17
Contact
(510) 643-1188
Website
www.ced.berkeley.edu/college/academics/embarc
Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) High School Summer Institutes
The Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) Summer Institutes are multi-week residential programs for highschool students. Participants live in supervised Stanford housing and are taught by Stanford instructors. Students
study a single course and get a taste of college life on the Stanford campus. Subject areas include arts and humanities, science, and engineering.
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Location
Stanford University
Dates
Session 1: June 23 - July 12
Session 2: July 15 - August 3
Session 2E: July 15 - August 10
Grades
Current 8th - 12th
Fees
$50 application fee.
Session 1: $5,400
Session 2: $5,400
Session 2E: $6,900
Partial and full scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
March 13
Contact
(800) 372-3749, option 3
Website
epgy.stanford.edu/summer/highschoolprogram.html
The Introductory College Level Experience in Microbiology (iCLEM)
This is an eight-week paid summer biotech internship program for high-potential, low income high school sophomores and juniors. Developed in partnership with UC Berkeley and the Joint BioEnergy Institute, the program seeks
to broaden students’ understanding of biotechnology and the careers available in this field. The program also
exposes students to career exploration and preparation for the college application process, including field trips to
local biotech companies, career talks with scientists, college personal statement support, meetings with college
admission and financial aid experts, and college campus visits.
Location
Berkeley, CA
Dates
June 18 - August 10
Grades
Current 10th - 11th. Must be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2013
Fees
Participants receive a $1,500 stipend, plus a scholarship.
Application
Deadline
March 1
Contact
(510) 666-3323
Website
qb3.berkeley.edu/synberc/iclem.html
National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine
The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine (NYLF/MED) introduces outstanding high school students to
the world of medicine and to the various careers available in the medical field. Through behind-the-scenes visits
and shadowing physicians making rounds in hospitals and medical schools, students make connections with medical professionals, discover how medical students learn through “problem based learning” exercises, gain hands-on
experience checking vital signs such as blood pressure, learn how to suture, and view surgery.
Location
San Francisco
Dates
June 23 - July 2
July 7 - July 16
Grades
Current 9th -12th
Fees
Tuition is $2,695. Scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
Contact for information.
Contact
(866) 441-8698
Website
nylf.org/med/dates/san_francisco.cfm
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RISE (Raising Interest in Science and Engineering) Summer Internship Program
The RISE (Raising Interest in Science and Engineering) Summer Internship Program is for high school students. It’s an
intensive seven-week internship program for local Bay Area students (living within 25-mile radius of campus) interested in science, engineering, math, and computer science. Students spend 30 hours a week on the Stanford campus,
working in an active research lab under the guidance of a mentor from the lab (typically a graduate student), and
attending weekly group sessions that include field trips, presentations, hands-on science activities, and lab tours.
Location
Stanford University
Dates
June 19 - August 7
Grades
Students who are 16 years of age by 6/19/13
Fees
Participants receive a $2,500 stipend.
Application
Deadline
February 17
Contact
[email protected]
Website
oso.stanford.edu/programs/39-rise-summer-internship-program
Smith College Summer Science and Engineering Program for Girls
The Smith Summer Science and Engineering Program (SSEP) is a four-week residential program for young women
with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine. Each July, select high school students from across the
country and abroad come to Smith College to do hands-on research with Smith faculty in the life and physical sciences and in engineering. To apply for financial aid, complete the financial aid application and submit it with the
application.
If you are a Techbridge student, please contact your program coordinator on how to apply.*
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Location
Smith College, Massachusetts
Dates
June 30 – July 27
Grades
Current 9th - 12th
Fees
$35 application fee. $ 5,000 program fee. Partial to full financial
aid is available to a limited number of participants.
Application
Deadline
May 1
Contact
(413) 585-2165 Website
www.smith.edu/summer/programs_ssep.php
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)
This is an eight-week program in which high school students from diverse backgrounds are invited to perform basic
research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and researchers on a medically-oriented project. The
goals of the program include increasing interest in biological sciences and medicine in high school students, helping students to understand how scientific research is performed, and increasing diversity of students and researchers in the sciences.
Location
Stanford University
Dates
June 17 - August 8
Grades
16 years old and older and current 11th - 12th
Fees
$25 application fee. Students are given a $500 minimum stipend (higher stipends given on a needs based system and from special grants).
Application
Deadline
February 24
Contact
[email protected]
Website
simr.stanford.edu/
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program (SMYSP)
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program works to increase knowledge about the sciences and health professions, and offer guidance about the college admissions process to low-income and/or underrepresented minority students. To meet this goal, SMYSP offers a university-based five-week Summer Residential Program and an
academic year health curriculum. SMYSP also assists parents, teachers, counselors and mentors by offering them
educational resources and training.
Location
Stanford University
Dates
June 23 – July 28`
Grades
Current 10th - 11th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
February 15
Contact
(650) 498-4514
Website
smysp.stanford.edu/
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Stanford School of Earth Sciences Internships
At the School of Earth Sciences, high school students spend the summer working in different laboratories. The
students work on existing research projects and are supervised directly by graduate students, post docs and lab
managers. This program enables graduate students to serve as supervisors, prepares high schools students for college and serves to strengthen the connections between Stanford and local high schools. This year they offer two
programs – the general internships and the history of life internships. Applicants must select the program for which
they want to be considered.
Location
Stanford University
Dates
June 19 - August 7
Grades
Current 9th - 12th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
March 15
Contact
(650) 725-2410
Website
pangea.stanford.edu/academics/outreach-programs/k12-programs/high-schoolinternships
Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)
The Stanford University Mathematics Camp brings mathematically talented and motivated high-school students
from across the United States, and from around the world, to Stanford University for four weeks of serious mathematical pursuits. Students are provided access to advanced topics in mathematics, in a way that is fun and interesting. They review topics that are of great significance in the historical development of mathematics, that are important to current lines of mathematical research, and that have applications in the sciences.
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Location
Stanford University
Dates
July 14 - August 10
Grades
Current 10th - 11th. Must be between 15 to 17 years of age on first day of
program.
Fees
Tuition is $6,150. Financial aid is available.
Application
Deadline
March 13
Contact
(888) 423-6040
Website
math.stanford.edu/sumac/
Summer Math and Science Honors Academy (SMASH)
SMASH scholars spend five weeks each summer at a SMASH site on a college campus (currently at UC Berkeley, Stanford, UCLA and USC) immersed in rigorous STEM classes. SMASH Scholars live on campus for five weeks
each of three summers (after their 9th, 10th and 11th grade years) with other high potential high school students.
SMASH scholars also receive year-round academic support including SAT prep, college counseling, financial aid
workshops, and other activities to ensure continued academic success.
Location
UC Berkeley and Stanford University
Dates
UC Berkeley: June 22 - July 27
Stanford: June 29 - August 3
Grades
Current 9th - 12th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
March 1
Contact
Stanford: James Sarria, Site Director: [email protected]
UC Berkeley: Ruby Geballe, Interim Site Director [email protected]
Website
www.lpfi.org/smash
Summer Engineering Seminar
The Summer Engineering Seminars are one-week workshops for high school students who are curious about engineering. The program is designed to give participants an introduction to the engineering profession, the academic
expectations of college, and university life. Students participate in workshops in topics including bioengineering,
civil, computer science, and electrical and mechanical engineering.
Location
Santa Clara University
Dates
Session 1: July 28 - August 1
Session 2: August 4 - August 8
Grades
Current 10th - 11th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
March 15
Contact
(408) 554-4728
Website
www.scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/ses.cfm
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UC Davis Young Scholars Program (UCD-YSP)
The UC Davis Young Scholars Program is a six-week residential research program designed to expose 40 high
achieving high school students to the world of original research in the natural sciences with emphases on the biological, environmental and agricultural sciences. Participants will work one-on-one with research faculty and research
groups in state of the art laboratories. Students will work on an individual project and prepare a journal quality paper
and symposium presentation about their work. UCD-YSP strives to introduce participants to the climate and culture
of living and working on a university campus.
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Location
UC Davis
Dates
June 23 - August 3
Grades
Current 10th and 11th
Fees
$6,200 program cost. Financial aid is available.
Application
Deadline
April 1
Contact
(530) 752-0622
Website
ysp.ucdavis.edu/
Multi-Aged Programs (K - 12)
Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) at UC Berkeley
ATDP’s Secondary Division, administered through UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Education, offers challenging
programming, web development and design, and computer engineering courses to highly motivated students who
have completed grades 7-11 (and are entering grades 8-12). Classes are held at the Graduate School of Education’s
Tolman Hall.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
Secondary Division: June 17 - July 26
Grades
Current 7th - 11th
Fees
$50 Application fee. Tuition ranges between $650 - $1,500. Limited financial aid
available.
Application
Deadline
Returning Applicants: February 13
New Applicants: February 27
Contact
(510) 642-8308
Website
atdp.berkeley.edu
Berkeley Foundation for Opportunities in Information Technology (BFOIT) Leadership Program
BFOIT Summer Institute for Future Computer Scientists at UC Berkeley - project of the International Computer Science Institute, supports historically underrepresented ethnic minorities and women in their desire to become leaders in the fields of computer science, engineering and information technology. Participants attend monthly activities
and a two week Summer Technology Training Institute. Participants meet with professional experts, academics, and
researchers in the fields of information technology, computer science and engineering. Participants also receive
scholarships and training in the production of technology.
Location
UC Berkeley
Dates
July 29 - August 9
Grades
Current 6th - 12th
Fees
Program is free to participants.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(510) 685-0861
Website
www.bfoit.org/ITLP_Application_2013.pdf
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Camp EdTech
This digital media arts camp for entering 5th - 9th graders features video gaming, movie-making, animation, digital
photography and graphic design sessions. Campers can choose to do a one-week studio session to learn fundamental techniques, or a two-week pro session to complete a larger project that builds on what they learned in the Studio
week.
Location
Multiple locations across the Bay Area.
Dates
Varies on program. Programs are offered from June through September.
Grades
Current 5th - 9th
Fees
Tuition varies depending on the course, location, and camp option.
Application
Deadline
Rolling enrollment
Contact
(877) 993-6673
Website
www.campedtech.org/
Chabot Space & Science Center Camp
Chabot Space & Science Center Camp offers 10 hands-on classes, designed for 3rd through 7th graders. They offer
something for everyone including space science, technology, engineering, art, and the outdoors. The 8:1 camperto-staff ratio ensures plenty of individual attention and lots of learning. The part- and full-day options fit neatly into
busy summer schedules. Plus, also offered are extended care from 8am - 6pm and an optional healthy lunch program for added convenience.
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Location
Chabot Space & Science Center
Dates
The program runs from June 24 - August 2. Classes are Monday Friday from 9am - 12pm and 1pm - 4pm, with optional extended care
available from 8am - 6pm.
Grades
Current 3rd - 7th
Fees
Cost is $398 per camp session. Scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(800) 854-3684
Website
www.chabotspace.org/camp.htm
Education Unlimited Computer Camp
Education Unlimited® Computer Camp program takes place on college campuses in California and Massachusetts.
For tech-savvy students who want a leg up in the competition by building critical computer skills early in life, or for
students who just love gaming, design and logic, Education Unlimited’s Computer Camp offers hands-on instruction in both creative and practical computer skills. Experienced instructors encourage students to use their imaginations while exploring fundamental and emerging technologies and software.
Location
UC Berkeley and Stanford University
Dates
For 5th - 8th: June 23 - June 28
For 9th -12th: July 28 - August 3
For 7th - 8th: August 4 - August 9
For 4th - 6th: August 11 - August 16
Grades
Current 4th - 12th
Fees
Tuition ranges from $1450 - $2295. Extended and overnight costs vary in price.
Partial tuition assistance awards are available. See the Tuition Assistance
Application for details.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(510) 548-6612
Website
www.educationunlimited.com/camp/15/computer-camp.html
iD Tech Camps
iD programs combine technology and fun for students of all ages. Their week-long Tech Camps and multi-week
Teen Academies include courses like film, gaming, programming, robotics, graphics, web design, and more. Students have first-hand experience with real-world instruction on the newest technologies from Adobe®, Apple®,
Autodesk®, Google, Microsoft® and more. Students receive 1-on-1 instruction (maximum 8 students per staff) from
staff.
Location
UC Berkeley, San Francisco State University, and Stanford University
Dates
Dates vary on course, location and age.
Grades
For ages 7 - 18 depending on the program.
Fees
Tuition varies depending on the course, location and camp option. Tuition ranges from $779 to $999 per week long course. Additional fees may
apply. Tuition assistance is available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(888) 709-8324
Website
www.internaldrive.com
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Lawrence Hall of Science Summer Camps
While attending Summer Camps at the museum, campers learn about science, make new friends, develop new skills,
and work with a highly qualified staff to make discoveries about the world. The camp offers a wide variety of half-day
camps, which can be combined for a full-day camp experience. They also offer a select number of full-day camps
and overnight camps for older kids. Subjects include nanotechnology, crime science, physical science, animation,
and Lego technology.
Location
Lawrence Hall of Science
Dates
June 10 – August 16
Grades
Rising K - 12th
Fees
Varies by program and dates. Scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
General registration opens February 14.
Contact
(510) 642-5132
Website
www.lawrencehallofscience.org/visit/camps_and_classes
Point Reyes Summer Camp
Located 80 minutes north of San Francisco, Point Reyes Summer Camp provides three camp experiences: Nature
Science Camp (separate sessions for ages 7-9, 9-11, and 10-12), Adventure Camp I (ages 12-14) and Adventure
Camp II (ages 14-16). Campers learn how to take responsibility for their individual actions and to have fun working
together as a team. They are given choices for their activities including tide pooling, hiking, bird watching, exploring mudflats, improvisational theater, earth art, crafts, and lots more.
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Location
Point Reyes National Seashore
Dates
Varies on program. Programs are offered from June through August.
Grades
All ages
Fees
Session costs vary. $675-750. Scholarships are available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions
Contact
(415) 663-1200 ext. 306
Website
www.ptreyes.org/summercamp/index.shtml
Sally Ride Science Camps
Sally Ride Science Camps encourage girls’ interests in science by giving them hands-on science learning and activities in an environment that is designed to be supportive, enriching, and fun. Sally Ride Science has partnered with
Education Unlimited to provide innovative science programs for girls entering grades 4 through 9. These unique,
overnight camps provide girls an opportunity to explore science, technology, and engineering while having fun on
a college campus. Science majors allow girls to choose an area of focus during some activities at camp. Each major
will include several small labs and a significant culminating project.
Location
UC Berkeley and Stanford University. Other locations available.
Dates
Dates vary by program location.
Grades
UC Berkeley: 5th - 8th
Stanford University: 4th - 9th
Fees
Prices vary by program. Tuition assistance available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions
Contact
(510) 548-6612
Website
www.sallyridecamps.com/
Techbridge Summer Academy
Techbridge Summer Academy is a one-week program open to girls in the Techbridge programs. What if your only
source of water was 1 mile from your house? What if you didn’t have a refrigerator to store food in? How would that
change the way you eat? Girls will learn how to solve these questions as engineers and designers. Girls will learn
how to improve the quality of life for people in the developing world by focusing on innovating and designing for
basic needs with sustainable materials.
Location
Oakland and Concord
Dates
Concord: June 17 - 21
Oakland: June 24 - 28
Grades
Varies by location. Current 5th - 8th
Fees
$20 application fee
Application
Deadline
April 8
Contact
(510) 777-9170
Website
www.techbridgegirls.org /Programs/SummerPrograms.aspx
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The Tech Museum Summer Camps
The Tech Museum and Galileo Learning join together to bring part- and full-day week long programs for students.
Campers can enjoy various classes like filmmaking, circuits, video game and mobile app game creation. Summer
Camps offer both part- and full-day week long science and technology classes. Extended day care is available.
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Location
Multiple locations across the Bay Area.
Dates
June 10 - August 16
Grades
Rising 4th - 8th
Fees
Prices vary based on program. Financial assistance is available.
Application
Deadline
Rolling admissions until spots filled.
Contact
(800) 854-3684
Website
thetechsummercamps.thetech.org/