Summer 2024 Camps (For Rising 5th - 8th graders)

Join us abroad Explorer 7 - a Mobile STEM Lab Experience!

The newest innovation of the country’s mobile laboratory leader, Explorer7 is a flexible, multipurpose space designed to engage and excite students about science, technology, engineering, and math. The seventh vehicle in the Learning Undefeated fleet, Explorer7 features bold, colorful graphics inside and out and touchscreen televisions at each student workspace. We can’t wait to bring our camps to the region on board Learning Undefeated’s latest mobile lab!

STEM Explorer Camp

The STEM Explorer Camp is designed to ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The program engages students in hands-on activities, challenges, and other interactive learning experiences. Each day, students will be introduced to a different STEM topic to explore, including cybersecurity, Al, micropipettes, circuits, and much more!

• June 24-28 | London Children’s Museum (Laurel County) | Monday - Friday, 9am-12pm daily

  • Includes daily admissions to the Museum.

• July 1-3 | The Challenger Learning Center at HCTC (Perry County) | Monday - Wednesday, 10am-3pm daily

• July 8-12 | Harlan Independent High School (Harlan County) | Monday - Friday, 9am-12pm daily

• July 22-26 | EKU Manchester Campus (Clay County) | Monday - Friday, 9am-12pm daily

Cyber Arcade Camp with Micro:bit (Computer Coding)

Join us for a fun and creative introduction to computer science and hands-on making for makers with little to no experience in programming and 3D design. Using a Micro:bit (a pocket-sized computer) and MakeCode, young makers practice problem-solving and teamwork to create interactive arcade games. Makers have opportunities to develop knowledge in computer science, engineering, art, and game design, as well as gain exposure to real-world industry concepts.

• June 24-28 | London Children’s Museum (Laurel County) | Monday - Friday, 1pm-4pm daily

  • Includes daily admissions to the Museum.

• July 8-12 | Harlan Independent High School (Harlan County) | Monday - Friday, 1pm-4pm daily

• July 22-26 | EKU Manchester Campus (Clay County) | Monday - Friday, 1pm-4pm daily

Details:

• Campers should be rising 5th through 8th graders.

• Registration fee is $30 per camp; sign up for both camps for a discounted $50 registration fee.

• Scholarship waivers are available - please email us at info@ruralup.org. We are committed to making sure all students have an opportunity to participate in our camps.

• Snacks and drinks will be provided for all campers.

• At the end of each camp is a Demo Hour & Pizza Party for campers and their families to celebrate in their learnings!

REGISTER TODAY! Space is limited.

Our Summer 2024 Camps are made possible thanks to the generous support from the Kloiber Foundation, the Marksbury Family Foundation, the Appalachian Impact Fund, Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR), and the kindness of our donors. Additionally, we would like to extend our gratitude to Learning Undefeated for their partnership, providing access to their mobile lab and STEM curriculum.