STEM

Come spend a week learning all about amazing animal adaptations! We will play games, spend time in learning centers and do experiments to learn all about how animals survive.  Don't miss out on this fun activity filled learning experience!

Teacher: Mrs. Becerril & Mrs. Pisani

Max number of students: 20 students entering grade 4 

Date/Time: July 28 - Aug. 1, noon - 2 p.m.

Place: Moreau Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Laura Pisani, grade 3 - pisanil@sgfcsd.org 

Welcome to the exciting world of design and 3D printing! In this hands-on course, elementary students will learn how to create their own digital designs using AutoCAD, a tool used by engineers and designers all over the world. After designing their projects, students will bring their ideas to life by turning them into 3D models that can be printed using a 3D printer!

Teacher: Mrs. Hudson

Max number of students: 8 students entering grades 4 & 5

Date/Time: Aug. 4 - 8, 1-3 p.m.

Place: Ballard Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Allison Hudson, STEM - hudsona@sgfcsd.org 

Bulldog Logic Lab is a fun and engaging enrichment class where students become collaborative learners through teamwork, puzzles, and logic-based challenges. From brainteasers to creative problem-solving activities, students will stretch their thinking, build communication skills, and tackle exciting tasks together. Bulldog Logic Lab is the perfect place for curious minds to connect, create, and conquer challenges—one puzzle at a time!   

Teacher: Mrs. Whitney & Ms. Abrams

Max number of students: 15 students entering grades 1 - 4

Date/Time: July 15 - 17, 1-2:30 p.m.

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School Room 14

Contact: Maria Whitney, grade 3 - whitneym@sgfcsd.org 

Calling all creators! Join us as we create an array of different crafts, but with a twist: we are going to focus on upcycling and reusing as many products as we can. Some projects that we are going to attempt are paper making, nature crafts, and much more. Help us make some amazing crafts and be kind to our planet at the same time!

Teacher: Ms. Hazelton & Mrs. Hay

Max number of students: 12 per session

Date/Time: Session 1 - Students entering grades 3, 4, & 5 - Aug 11 - 15, 8:30 - 10 a.m.

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 6, 7, & 8 - Aug 11 - 15, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary School Library

Contact: Sign Up Here

Imagine a world where everyone has access to life-changing inventions! Design assistive devices and inclusive gadgets to help people with different abilities and make a lasting impact!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 8 - 11

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 9:30 - 11 a.m. SESSION FULL

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 1 - 2:30 p.m. SESSION CANCELED

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org

Get ready to explore the tiny world of nanotechnology! In this course, you’ll discover how scientists work with materials that are so small, we can't even see them with our eyes—everything happens at the size of tiny particles called atoms and molecules!  Through hands-on activities you'll learn how tiny things can help make our world better. You’ll find out how nanotechnology is used in things like medicine, electronics, and even everyday items like sunscreen!

Teacher: Mrs. Hudson & Mrs. Williams

Max number of students: 12 students entering grades 2, 3, 4, & 5

Date/Time: Aug. 18-22, 10 a.m. - noon

Place: Ballard Elementary School Makerspace

Contact: Allison Hudson, STEM - hudsona@sgfcsd.org 

Students will take part in five separate STEM challenges inspired by classic fairy tales. During each class, we will read and discuss a classic fairy tale, and then students will complete a STEM activity based on the day's book. All materials will be provided. We will have a quick snack during each class. Snacks will be provided, but students can also bring their own.

Teacher: Ms. Hazelton & Mrs. Hay

Max number of students: 10 students entering grades 1 or 2

Date/Time: Aug. 18 - 22, 8:30 - 10 a.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary School Library

Contact: Sign Up Here (you will be put on the waitlist)

Unlock the world of coding with  a fun and interactive platform designed to teach JavaScript programming in a creative and engaging way! In this beginner-friendly course, you will learn the foundations of JavaScript, including variables, functions, loops, and event handling, all while building real, working apps and games.

Teacher: Mrs. Hudson

Max number of students: 12 students entering grades 3, 4, & 5

Date/Time: Aug. 4 - 8, 8-10 a.m.

Place: Ballard Elementary School Makerspace

Contact: Allison Hudson, STEM - hudsona@sgfcsd.org 

Join us for five sessions of learning how to knit. In this class, students will learn the basics of knitting such as casting on, knitting, purling, and binding off. Students who already know how to knit can join us to learn some advanced techniques. Materials will be provided and students will start to create a scarf during this session, and they will leave the course with a packet of basic patterns to create on their own.

Teacher: Ms. Henzel & Mrs. Dalaba

Max number of students: 20 students entering grades 4 & 5

Date/Time: July 7 - 11, 9 - 11 a.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary Library 

Contact: Laura Henzel, reading - henzell@sgfcsd.org 

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of  robotics! This hands-on, beginner-friendly course introduces elementary students to the basics working with robots they can code! Through engaging activities, students will learn how to build, program, and control their own robots, all while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Teacher: Mrs. Hudson

Max number of students: 12 students entering grades 3, 4, & 5

Date/Time: Aug. 4 - 8, 10 a.m. - noon

Place: Ballard Elementary School Makerspace

Contact: Allison Hudson, STEM - hudsona@sgfcsd.org 

Build. Collaborate. Reflect. Campers will design, build, and race marble runs while strengthening both engineering skills and teamwork. Through hands-on challenges and reflection, they’ll practice managing frustration, sharing ideas, and celebrating both wins and mistakes. STEM + SEL = Empowered Problem-Solvers

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 30 - Aug. 1

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 9:30 - 11 a.m. SESSION FULL

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 1 - 2:30 p.m. SESSION FULL

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org

Combine STEM with mindfulness to create with intention and focus. Use LEGO, coding, and breathing exercises to unlock your creativity while finding balance and calm!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 22 - 24

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 9:30 - 11 a.m.

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org 

This 10-session summer enrichment course introduces middle school students to the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can be used responsibly to improve their academic success. Through interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and project-based learning, students will explore AI’s history, ethical considerations, and impact on society. They will learn how AI can assist with studying, creativity, and problem-solving, while also developing critical thinking skills to assess AI-generated content. Each 90-minute class will engage students in real-world AI tools, discussions on responsible usage, and fun challenges that reinforce learning. By the end of the course, students will have a strong foundational understanding of AI, its benefits and limitations, and how they can use AI tools effectively while maintaining academic integrity. 

Teacher: Mrs. Melucci

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 14-18, 21-25

       Session 1 - Students entering grades 6 - 9, 9 - 10:30 a.m.

       Session 2 - Students entering grades 6 - 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Place: Middle School (Specific Room TBD)

Contact: Sam Melucci, grade 8 Social Studies - meluccis@sgfcsd.org

Registration Form: Responsible AI for Middle Schoolers Registration 

Let’s do some experiments! Each day, we will talk about the science behind an experiment and then we will complete it. Some experiments will be things you can repeat at home, some will have items you can bring home, and some will be great fun for the day. All will have instructions on how to repeat at home.

Teacher: Mrs. Metivier

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 7 - 11, Session 1 - Students entering grades 4 & 5 - 12:30 - 2 p.m.

       Aug. 4 - 8 - Session 2 - Students entering grades 2 & 3 - 12:30 - 2 p.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary School Makerspace

Contact: Jamie Metivier, reading - metivierj@sgfcsd.org

Design your own instruments, experiment with sound waves, and perform in an epic STEM-powered symphony! Dive into the science of sound and make some noise with your creations!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 30 - Aug. 1

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 8-9:30 a.m. SESSION FULL

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org 

Join the ranks of secret agents and put your STEM skills to the test by designing spy gadgets and cracking secret codes! Complete top-secret missions and unlock the world of espionage through engineering!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: Aug. 26 - 28

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 8-9:30 a.m. SESSION FULL

       Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. SESSION FULL

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org 

Step into a world where stories come to life through engineering and creativity! In this exciting course, young learners will combine their love for storytelling with the power of hands-on building and design. Students will explore how engineers and designers bring characters, scenes, and adventures from storybooks to life using simple materials, tools, and their imaginations.

Teacher: Mrs. Hudson & Mrs. Williams

Max number of students: 12 students entering grades K, 1, & 2

Date/Time: August 18-22, 8-10 a.m.

Place: Ballard Elementary School Makerspace

Contact: Allison Hudson, STEM - hudsona@sgfcsd.org 

Unlock your creativity and learn a new skill this summer! This hands-on course will introduce you to the fundamentals of design. Students will have the opportunity to design products like shoes, cars, clothes, and more. This course is perfect for beginners.

Teacher: Ms. McFerran

Max number of students: 15 students per session

Date/Time: Aug. 4 - 8

       Session 1 - Students entering grades 3 - 6 - 8:30 - 10 a.m.

       Session 2 - Students entering grades 7 - 8 - 10:30 a.m. - noon

Place: Middle School (Specific Room TBD)

Contact: Gwen McFerran, Family and Consumer Sciences - mcferrang@sgfcsd.org 

Unleash your inner artist and scientist by discovering patterns in math, art, and emotions. From mandalas and tessellations to rhythmic coding, you’ll create stunning designs that will make your imagination soar!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 8 - 11

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 8 - 9:30 a.m. SESSION FULL

       Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 11:30 - 1 p.m. SESSION CANCELED 

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org 

Explore. Create. Grow. Travel through time to tackle STEM challenges from the prehistoric, medieval, and future eras! Campers will build, invent, and problem-solve while practicing teamwork, empathy, and perseverance. Each adventure helps them reflect, grow, and connect. Time travel through STEM—powered by heart and mind!

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: Aug. 26 - 28

       Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 9:30 - 11 a.m. SESSION FULL

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 1 - 2:30 p.m.  SESSION FULL

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org 

Explore how we can study the way plants and animals work to solve problems, to help us design our own biomimicry solutions.

Teacher: Mrs. Quick

Max number of students: 10 students per session

Date/Time: July 22 - 24

      Session 1 - Students entering grades 1 - 3, 8 - 9:30 a.m. SESSION FULL

      Session 2 - Students entering grades 4 - 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Place: Harrison Avenue Elementary School STEM Room

Contact: Kaitlyn Quick, STEM - quickk@sgfcsd.org