Looking for a fun and educational way to keep your middle schooler busy this summer?
We have teamed up with GoMcPherson to offer STEM Camp. STEM Camp teaches students important manufacturing skills in two hours of fun, hands-on activities. Each class covers a different skill used by STEM professionals every day.
 
What does STEM mean?
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. It is an educational initiative to prepare kids for STEM-related careers. However, STEM skills are useful in a wide variety of careers as it focuses on the importance of critical thinking to identify and solve problems.
How does STEM Camp work?
Students are introduced to that day's topic and learn why it is important in manufacturing. Then they will put those concepts to the test! There are four classes covering different STEM skills. You can choose to register either for individual classes or all four ($40 in savings!) Learn a little more about each class below:
 
Go Discover! Scientific Method
Students use this classic problem-solving technique to test their super sweet Skittles-related hypothesis. Register Now!
 
Go Solve! Process Mapping
Students will put on their detective hats to understand why their company, Bel Viso Inc., is not getting quality product out to their customers. Register Now!
 
Go Justify! Project Feasibility
Students will have to get creative in proposing a building a new highway overpass while sticking to a tight budget. Register Now!
 
Go Take Charge! Project Management
Students will need to work as a team to design and build their very own Rube Goldberg machine. Register Now!
 
Really excited?! Register for all four classes here and receive $40 in savings!
Is there a lot of math involved?
The emphasis is on the process of discovery and critical thinking, not just crunching numbers. The environment is also set up so that students can collaborate – just like a real work environment. No one should feel stuck alone in a corner to wrestle with a difficult problem.
 
What age can attend?
Students going into 7th, 8th, and 9th grade in the Fall.
 
Is there financial aid available?
Yes! If you qualify for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program, then you qualify for financial aid. Contact us to learn more.
Where is it?
Right here in McPherson, Kansas! All classes will be held at Hutchinson Community College’s McPherson Center.