STEM Camps

List of 8 frequently asked questions.

• CARDBOARD ENGINEERING

  Learn how engineers create solutions to problems we face. Utilizing design thinking, we will use modern tools and cardboard to create a wide range of project-driven applications to real-world problems.
  
  For rising students in Grades 4 through 6.

• DREAM STEAM

  Dive into the deep end of this science-rich experiential camp. Campers will spend their week delving into the mysteries of electricity and magnetism, waves and a wide range of other topics in this hands-on/engineering based environment.
  
  For rising students in Kindergarten through Grade 4.

• INTRO TO RASPBERRY PI & PYTHON

  This is an introductory course focused on the microprocessor Raspberry Pi Pico W and learning the basic principles used in IoT. The Pico W is a low-cost, high-performance microcontroller board with flexible digital interfaces, including wifi and Bluetooth. The course does not assume any prior knowledge of computers or programming. However, previous work with a modern Interactive Development Environment (IDE) and/or the Python programming language would be an advantage. No need to worry if the student has worked with an IDE or Python. The course covers the basics of both as part of the instructional package.
  The IoT portion of the course will include among other topics, JSON files and associated API usage as well as creating and using a ThingSpeak account as cloud storage. In addition, we will build and illustrate client-server usage over local wifi. Each student will be taught to solder and will build and take home a capstone project.
  
  For rising students in Grades 7 through 12.
  Specialty camp cost is $500.

• MINECRAFT -NEW FOR 2024

  Beginner Minecraft
  Learn the basics of Minecraft, the wildly popular game that uses critically thinking, collaboration, and creativity to build worlds of infinite possibilities. Campers use their imagination to create themes and storylines and take on the roles of engineers to build a shared worlds. Campers will also work in teams to complete cooperative projects and participate in survival challenges and competitions. Summer @ Laguna will provide the computer and Minecraft Edu login credentials.
  
  For rising students in Grades 1-5.
  
  Intermediate Minecraft
  Campers will delve deeper into crafting, caving, and creating. Each day you'll receive a new survival challenge and construction goal. Band together with teammates to succeed in challenging, fast-paced building battles. Similarly, take on roles and utilize important teamwork skills to meet construction goals in creative mode. Become builders, organizers, planners, and coordinators! Summer @ Laguna will provide the computer and Minecraft Edu login credentials.
  
  For rising students in Grades 2 through 6.
  
  Advanced Minecraft
  While working on private multiplayer servers, take your skills to the next level and have a blast collaborating on fun projects in a social setting. Work in teams to complete large-scale cooperative projects and participate in survival challenges and mini-game competitions. Learn how to do cool things like install and work with mods, make advanced Redstone circuits, and use command blocks. In Minecraft server development, campers will learn to build and design their own private Minecraft server, all the while gaining hands on experience with creating computer networks, programming in java, and building a brand. Campers will need to bring their own device, running Minecraft Java edition, with an active login.
  
  For rising students in Grades 4-8.
  For rising students in Grades 7-12. (Server Development only)

• OCEAN POTION

  What could be more fun and interesting then our big beautiful ocean?! Campers will learn about sea life, our various oceans, and the exciting work of marine biologists in this interactive hands-on Jr. Marine Science camp.
  
  For rising students in Kindergarten through Grade 4.

• SHOP

  Let’s learn how to make things with our hands again! Campers will cut, sand, and nail during this hands-on, project-based environment. It’s time they learn how to use some hand tools along with the true meaning of “righty tighty, lefty loosey!” Campers won't need to bring anything, except a can-do attitude! All materials will be provided including safety gear.
  
  For rising students in Grades 6 through 8.

• SPHERO ROBOTICS

  Learn basics of coding with Sphero robotics (think BB8 from Star Wars). Campers will learn driving fundamentals with their robot and how to use input sensors to interact with the world around them. This is a game based camp with variety of challenges, including maze running, chariot races, and sumo bot battles.
  
  For rising students in Grades 2 through 4.

• STEM SHOWDOWN

  Learn how engineering works through hands-on experiments and competitions. From tower building to race car design, campers will learn how to use engineering principles and iterative design to go head-to-head in friendly competitions that test out their creations. All materials are provided - campers just need their imagination and a can-do attitude.
  
  For rising students in Grades 3 through 5.