Grades 1-3
Once upon a time at a magical place called York Country Day School, there were many bright and joyous students that loved to read, build, imagine, and play. We bring this spirit of imagination and scientific inquiry to life in the Fairy-tale STEAM camp. In this camp session, students will read classic fairy tales and engage in various related STEAM activities and challenges. Can you imagine an amusement park for the little mermaid and her friends, a tool belt for Snow White, a straw house for a little pig that the big bad wolf will not blow down? We will explore these stories and more, and live happily ever after.
Schedule: July 24 - July 28 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Jillian Giese at jgiese@ycds.org.
Price: $250
Superhero STEAM
Grades 2-4
Is it a bird? A plane? No, it's your very own superhero! Read about some of your favorite superheroes and design your own superhero identity. Build a shield, test flying objects, and design your own superhero headquarters among other STEAM-related activities and challenges.
Schedule: June 12 - June 16 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Chris Giese cgiese17@gmail.com or Jillian Giese at jgiese@ycds.org.
Price: $250
All About Animals - This camp is full
Grades 1-3
The animal kingdom is one of the most diverse and expansive kingdoms of living organisms. Join us as we investigate animal characteristics, adaptations, and habitats and complete related STEAM design challenges. During this week we will also have a visit from some animal friends.
Schedule: June 26 - June 30 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Chris Giese cgiese17@gmail.com or Jillian Giese at jgiese@ycds.org.
Price: $250
Sports Science
Grades 3-5
Learn some introductory physics, anatomy, and physiology while playing some of your favorite sports. For example, we will learn about how force and motion are involved in hitting a baseball or while curling as well as how the food we eat acts as fuel for our bodies to play sports. We will also complete STEAM challenges related to sports such as designing and building a soccer goal. During the week we will also spend time playing some of the sports we have studied.
Schedule: July 17 - July 21 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Chris Giese cgiese17@gmail.com or Jillian Giese at jgiese@ycds.org.
Price: $210
Jr. LEGO Robotics Energy is Everywhere!- New Session Added
Grades 1-3
Students will explore where energy comes from and how it is distributed, stored, and used – and then put their creativity to work to innovate for a better energy future. Using LEGO® bricks and powered by the LEGO® Education WeDo 2.0 or SPIKETM Essential, students will learn to design, code, and create unique solutions to real world problems. Our YCDS FLL teams - the Cyber Hounds - will mentor and support campers throughout the week. Teamwork will be celebrated and encouraged!
Schedule:
June 5 - June 9 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M- Newly Added Session
June 12 - June 16 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M- Session Full
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Dennis Hearn at
dhearn@ycds.org.
Price: $210
Lego Robotics Energy is Everywhere!
Grades 4-8
The use, creation, storage, and transfer of energy provides a perfect challenge for aspiring engineers. Join the YCDS FTC teams - the Gearhounds #9242 and the Hackin' Hounds #21234 - in tackling some creative challenges that will simulate what engineers must consider when designing energy systems. Using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 and SPIKE Prime platforms, as well as the process of design thinking, campers will design and build robotic systems that will transport energy units, activate energy systems, and more. Students will practice navigating to a specific location, collecting and moving materials, and identifying the environment with the touch, ultrasonic, and color sensors. Basic programming skills will be highlighted with advanced programming skills introduced based on the skills of the campers. Creativity, perseverance, and teamwork will be celebrated and encouraged. 3-2-1 LEGO!
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Liz Charleston at echarles@ycds.org.
Schedule:
June 19 - June 23 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
or
June 26 - June 30 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M
Price: $210
Let’s Experiment Science Camp- Newly Added
Grade Entering K - 2
Are you ready to explore, discover, and experiment with cool materials? This camp is for you! In this session with Mrs. Heath, you will participate in various experiments, search for items in nature to observe with scientific tools, and dig for fossils! Campers will discover their inner scientist while learning about important concepts like communication and the scientific method.
Schedule: July 10 - July 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
For questions regarding this camp, please contact Beatrice Heath at @
bheath3@ycds.org.
Price: $210