STEM Comes Alive Boot Camp
Riverland STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Comes Alive Boot Camp
Important Dates to Remember
- STEM Camp Dates: July 19–23, 2021 | 8–4
- Application Deadline: June 18, 2021 - Space is limited!
- STEM Camp is free for students
The STEM Comes Alive Boot Camp is a free week-long program for teens and local high school students entering 9-12th grades. During STEM Camp, students will have the opportunity to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) by taking part in curriculum, applied learning activities, STEM-based project learning, and field trips. Students will have the opportunity to explore future careers, job opportunities, and educational pathways. Please use the online application for proper registration.
This one-week program will increase students’ knowledge and skills through:
- Highlighting important environmental and societal issues related to STEM
- Interaction with Riverland Community College faculty and staff
- Applied-learning activities with local STEM leaders
- Fun research-based methods and projects
- Guest speakers, field trips, and laboratory/outdoor activities
- Team-building, games, and a supportive atmosphere!
Students receive guidance and support through dedicated instructors, advisors, counselors and tutors.
Camp Will Focus on Renewable Energy:
- What is it? Why is it important?
- Different types
- Value / importance
- Efficiencies
- Current / future sources
- Opportunities / challenges
- The impact it has on our economy, environment, and society
Camp Activities Include:
- Field trips to a wind farm, solar farm, and ethanol plant
- Lab experiments with state-of-the-art STEM equipment
- Applying research methods to exploring and solving problems
- Interaction with industry / community professionals
What We Do:
- We establish a learning community where students learn, study and explore together
- We explore STEM and the how it impacts our local and regional economies
- We establish team-building skills and cooperation
- We provide support through dedicated instructors, advisors, counselors, and tutors
- We enjoy fun out-of-class activities and events to reinforce learning
- We work together to set personal and career goals
Graduates will:
- Improve reading, writing, math, communication, and study skills
- Increase confidence, leadership skills and motivation for college and STEM careers
- Recognize the importance of STEM curriculum
- Receive career exploratory advice and opportunities for future employment
- Identify their learning style
- Develop education and career plans