Youth have options for learning and fun at Pitt State summer camps

Youth have diverse opportunities to pursue a variety of interests such as football, music, construction, reading, nature, robotics, and more while growing their individual skills and knowledge at day camps hosted by Pittsburg State University. Enrollment is limited. Register today!

Learn more: pittstate.edu/summercamps

Construction

Youth ages 9-14 will get a fast-paced look at the materials, processes, and design methods involved in the construction industry from July 6-10 in Construct Your Future camp. Projects include birdhouses, bridges, towers, dog houses, benches, and concrete structures at the Crossland Technology Center. A second Construct Your Future camp July 13-17 will take them to the next level. Students will learn how to fly drones, operate equipment simulators, and use modeling software to create their own dream home.

Football

Football summer camps are planned for young athletes under the direction of Gorillas Head Coach Tom Anthony, assisted by his staff and players. Camps will be held on May 29 (youth basic skills), June 12 (high school prospects - padded), and July 25 (high school prospects - padded); each with a different focus.

Grandparents University

Youth ages 8-11 will have the opportunity to bring their alumni grandparents to campus for a mini-college experience on June 4. Alumni and Constituent Relations will provide hands-on activities, academic learning stations, time with student-athletes, and will finish the day with their own "graduation" ceremony.

Music

Youth can choose from a variety of musical camps offered by faculty of the Music Department at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts. On June 4, middle school, high school, and college students can experience piano masterclasses and workshops, culminating with a concert featuring students and piano faculty. On June 10-12, high schoolers can participate in a Summer Honor Band, culminating with a final concert to showcase their growth. On June 25, high schoolers can improve their singing and learn the ins and outs of auditioning for school musicals, regional choir, or a college music program. Activities include singing in a mock audition, voice lessons, and singing a solo in a Summer Music Festival concert.

Nature

Two summer opportunities for youth are being planned by the Biology Department and Nature Reach program. Youth who have completed 1-3 grade (June 15-19) and those who have completed kindergarten (June 22), will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on, nature-based learning, outside play, interactions with live animals, and more.

Robotics

Youth ages 9-14 will explore the world of robotics, practice teamwork and brainstorming, and learn programming, construction techniques, robotic basics, and electro-mechanics in Adventures in Robotics camp at the Crossland Technology Center from July 6-10. A second Adventures in Robotics camp July 13-17 will take them to the next level.

Nursing

On June 11, faculty and senior students in McPherson Halll and Simulation Hospital will guide youth ages 7-11 through six hands-on learning stations in Nursing Camp. They will learn about CPR, handwashing, ace wrapping, exploring heart blood flow obstacle course, simulated patient care, and use the Anatomage virtual patient.

Reading

The Center for Reading will host an in-person or online Secret Code Camps for children who want an early start to reading or may be struggling to learn to read. From June 1-July 23, students will participate in once a day, 50-minute sessions using Secret Codes, a science based and Structured Literacy aligned reading curriculum.

STEM and Engineering

In the Idea Shop at Block 22, youth entering grades K-6 are invited to participate in engaging STEM activities. Camp sessions will be held June 16-18 and June 23-25, with the same content offered each week. Each day is designed for a specific age group: June 16 & 23 for grades K-2, June 17 & 24 for grades 3-4, and June 18 & 25 for grades 5-6. Students will unleash their creativity, strengthen problem-solving skills, and explore their inner innovator through hands-on activities and exciting discoveries. In addition, every Tuesday in June and July, youth and their caregivers can explore hands-on engineering and problem-solving activities using science and technology tools such as BeeBots and KidSpark STEM pathways.

More details and registration: pittstate.edu/summercamps