Summer Enrichment Resources
Selected California Summer Programs in Math and Science
Academic Talent Program
ATDP offers challenging summer classes for highly motivated students
who have completed grades 7-11.
Berkeley Foundation for Opportunities in Information Technology’s
IT Leadership Program (BFOIT)
BFOIT will offer a two-week program aimed at introducing youth to
computer science and the university environment on the UC Berkeley
campus. This program focuses on women and members of ethnic groups
that are historically underrepresented in the information technology
fields.
Camp Sea Lab
The Mission of Camp SEA Lab is to provide a unique residential educational
experience for youth, their families, and their teachers: one fostering
life-long excitement, scientific understanding, and inspiring stewards
of today for the oceans of tomorrow.
Chabot Space and Science Center
Chabot Space & Science Center offers camps for young people
interested in science and having fun! Chabot’s excellent,
hands-on student-centered learning model combines well with the
outstanding resources available in the Science Center.
CMU-NASA Summer Program in Robotics
RoboCamp-West is a robotics camp offered by Carnegie Mellon University
in cooperation with NASA/Ames Research Center. The summer course
introduces students to the electronics, mechanics and computer science
of robotics, culminating in a series of autonomous robot challenges.
Johns Hopkins University, Center for Talented Youth
(sites in CA, MA, MD, PA, NY)
In CTY's Summer Programs, qualifying students can enjoy three fulfilling
and fun weeks learning and (in our residential programs) living
in the company of other bright young minds. Students take one course
during this time in subjects ranging from writing to computer science,
history to mathematics.
CyberCamps (nationwide)
Courses in Animation, Programming, Robotics, and Video Game Design.
Earthwatch Institute, Student Challenge Awards Program (SCAP)
(worldwide)
SCAP aims to broaden the horizons and heighten the aspirations of
talented young people by exposing them to the frontiers of scientific
endeavor. High school students are eligible to apply for this special
fellowship program when nominated by a teacher.
Fair Play
Female students will immerse themselves in the fascinating worlds
of engineering, technology, and physical science as they enjoy a
two-week camp experience.
iD Tech Camps
Educators work with students to exercise their creativity while
embracing technology as an invaluable tool for life. iD Tech Camps
offer cutting-edge, hand on technology education that sparks interest,
cultivates learning, and inspires the "internalDrive"
in students.
Lawrence Hall of Science Summer Camps
At Lawrence Hall of Science residential summer camps, the mountains,
forests, and seashore become exciting places to explore science
in ways not possible inside a classroom. As UC Berkeley’s
science museum and center for K–12 education, LHS knows how
to combine the best hands-on, inquiry-based environmental education
activities with what students love most about summer camp.
NASA Summer High School Apprenticeship Research Program
(SHARP)
Each year, approximately 400 students will be selected to participate
in NASA SHARP for a minimum of eight weeks during the summer. They
will work with some of NASA's top science professionals, assisting
with cutting-edge research as well as working on state-of-the-art
equipment.
Point Reyes Science Camp
For teenagers 13-16, a six-day Adventure Camp. Teens love this camp
because it provides opportunity for social interaction without the
social pressure. Highlights of the week include a 4-day backpack
trip within the park and a dance on the last night.
Quest Scholars Environmental Science Program
Quest is a five-year long leadership and science education program
for talented, low-income youth. Quest begins with a five-week summer
residential program on the Stanford campus, and continues through
the undergraduate college experience.
Sally Ride Camps
In summer 2004, Sally Ride Science Camps will be held again at Stanford
University (Stanford, CA) and Agnes Scott College (Atlanta, GA).
These unique, overnight camps provide girls an opportunity to explore
science, technology, and engineering while having fun on a college
campus.
Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMAC)
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.
Summer Science Program in Astronomy
Operating since 1959, the Summer Science Program (SSP) is designed
for academically gifted students interested in astronomy . Originally
housed in Ojai, California, the SSP opens a new phase this year
with expansion to a second campus at New Mexico Tech at Socorro,
New Mexico.
The Tech Summer Camps, The Technological Museum of Innovation
These programs allow kids to experience The Tech in a whole new
way. Bringing together high-quality lab facilities, engaging curriculum,
and personalized instruction, our camps will create a fun and inspiring
way for your kids to deepen their interest in science and technology.
Directories of Summer Math and Science Programs
