Winter Break Camps 2024-2025
Join us for Winter Break Camps that combine the best of fun and learning!
Campers will explore awesome projects and experiments while learning collaborative teamwork skills.
Each camp is a brand-new curriculum, so you get the first look at our new annual winter programs.
Whether you book one or all days, your student will have a super COOL time!
Please remember to read all camp policies at the bottom of the page before registering.
Members: $70 per day
Non-members: $80 per day
Important Links:
Camp Health Form
Sci-Tech Covid-19 Camp Policies
Email Questions Here
Grades 1-2:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| December 23 |
North Pole Science Take the magic of winter, sprinkle in a hint of Holiday cheer, add a heaping handful of experiments, and you’ve got the recipe for North Pole Science! Learn where the North Pole is located, see cool animals that live there, and try out winter-themed experiments about all the ice and snow at the North Pole! |
| January 2nd |
Toymaker’s Workshop: Learn to make your own fun! Test toys, build your own, even take some apart! Let your imagination lead the way. Discover that the things you make yourself are extra special! |
| January 3rd |
Winter Wonderlab: Use science to make the Winter wonderful! Spread cheer as you make candy dance, learn the science behind pinecones, and make memories in this adventurous camp. |
Grades 3-4:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| December 23rd |
Winter Wonderlab: Inspire your inner scientist as you explore heat and cold and concoct the perfect liquid to make a wintery snow globe. Join us to uncover the mysteries of the season together! |
| January 2nd |
North Pole Science Unravel the mysteries of the North Pole. Find the answers to questions like; “What are those lights in the sky?”, “Where is north anyway?”, and more in this exciting camp! |
| January 3rd |
Toymaker’s Workshop Become a master toymaker! Roll up those sleeves to design, build, and personalize a variety of toys, from plush friends to imaginative arcades and creative contraptions. |
Camp Policies & Frequently Asked Questions
What will camp look like for my learner?
- Camp features a balance of hands-on experiments, activities, and crafts mixed in with age appropriate breaks, play time, and STEAM themed games.
- Generally, older campers experience about 1 “Brain Break” per 1 hour of instruction time as well as a 30 minute lunch break and 30 minute museum exploration time. Younger students will have more frequent breaks.
- While lessons feature many TEKS aligned activities, the primary focus in camps in placed on the scientific process and inquiry-based learning. Campers will use their own observations, questions, and discoveries to guide their learning journey!
Who is with the campers?
- All camps are led by experienced certified teachers or experienced museum informal science educators.
- Teaching assistants are all experienced in working in informal STEM camp environments and go through education/inquiry-based learning training.
- Students are with instructors at all times and will NEVER be alone in a private space with a single adult.
What do we bring?
- Campers SHOULD bring:
- NUT FREE snacks and a sack lunch (Full Day Camps Only)
- Reusable water bottle
- Any medications or Epi-Pens (Please give directly to the Camp Manager or Instructor)
- Closed-toe shoes for lab and/or workshop safety
- Campers should NOT bring:
- Backpacks or large bags
- Toys, phones, tablets, or handheld gaming devices
- Money
- Food containing nuts or nut products
What time is camp?
- FULL DAY: 9AM – 4PM
- HALF DAY: 9AM – 12PM or 1PM – 4 PM
- Doors will open for drop off at 8:50AM
- Students will be available for pick up by 3:50PM
- Campers picked up after 4:10PM will be charged a $1/minute Late Pick-Up Fee
How much does camp cost?
- FULL DAY:
- Members: $70/Day
- Nonmembers: $80/Day
- %10 Discount when booking 3 or more camps
Can I cancel/get a refund?
- Yes, you may cancel your Winter Break Camp reservation. However, refunds are given on a sliding scale based on advance notification of cancellation.
- 2 Weeks in Advance = 100% Refund
- 1 Week in Advance = 50% Refund
- Less than 1 Week Notice = 0% Refund
Which age group should I select for my learner?
- Please select the grade level in which your student is currently enrolled.
- If your learner is taking courses at different or higher levels than their peers, we recommend choosing what most closely aligns with their age, as it is easier on many children’s social skills in informal learning environments.
Is there anything I need to do before camp begins?
- Please download the Camp Health Form and complete it for all of your campers. This form MUST be returned before your student will be allowed into camp for safety reasons.
- Double check that the food you are sending is NUT FREE.
- Make sure you are sending your learner in clothes you are comfortable with getting messy.
- Communicate any health or medical concerns directly to our Camp Manager by emailing us at camp.admin@scitechdiscovery.org.
Do you have a behavior or disciplinary plan?
- We believe in ensuring that all students feel safe and nurtured within their classroom environment. This means offering age-appropriate support for conflict or disruptive behavior.
- Instructors may use techniques such as:
- Utilizing a “Cool Down Corner” where students can rest on a rug and use toys or pillows to calm down after an incident
- Having a guided discussion about how they are feeling, identifying emotions, and reflecting on actions
- Assigning students to different groups who struggle with communicating/cooperating with each other
- Intentional violence is NOT tolerated at Sci-Tech. If a camper actively hurts another student, the issue will be immediately addressed and parents will be notified.
- If a behavior issue cannot be remedied after discussion with parents/guardians or if there is physical harm/threat of harm to staff or students, Sci-Tech reserves the right to dismiss a camper from the program without a refund.
My learner is neurodivergent/has special needs. Can you accommodate them?
- While students of all abilities are welcome to participate in camps, please note that Sci-Tech staff is not specifically trained to work with children with special needs and cannot provide one-on-one care.
- You may opt to provide your child with an aide during camp to assist them. This could be anyone from a trained professional to a sibling, so long as they are familiar with meeting your student’s needs.
- If you have questions about whether our camps may be a good fit for your student, please feel free to reach out at camp.admin@scitechdiscovery.org.
My child does not speak English yet. Can they still attend camp?
- Due to safety working with chemicals, equipment, and other dangerous materials, we do require that all campers understand and speak conversational English or have a translator present.