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Camp Invention® is an exciting summer enrichment program that provides children with opportunities to bring their biggest ideas to life while developing essential 21st-century skills. Throughout the week, children rotate through hands-on STEM activities that encourage them to collaborate, build confidence and persistence, and invent creative solutions to real-world problems. Qualified local educators facilitate the experience and enthusiastic high school students serve as Leadership Interns.
You'll Get To...
- Participate in fun, hands-on challenges that encourage creativity and curiosity
- Collaborate with other students to develop innovative solutions to improve the world around you
- Discover STEM concepts through imaginative, high-energy activities
- Be inspired to innovate, dream, overcome obstacles and become a confident creator
- Design and build prototypes, explore entrepreneurship and learn how to protect your intellectual property
Eligibility
Rising kindergarten through 6th graders are eligible
More Information
Need-based stipends are available at U.S. Army-sponsored Camp Invention program sites. Families wishing to apply for a stipend should contact Wendy Merkert at wmerkert@invent.org.
Information for Volunteers
The National Inventors Hall of Fame offers a volunteer Leadership Intern program for high school and college level students, and would welcome AEOP alumni to participate. Participants get hands-on leadership experience, gain valuable communication skills and can earn up to 40 volunteer hours.
For more information contact Wendy Merkert at wmerkert@invent.org
Important Dates
March 2024
Student registration open
Deadlines vary by site
Student registration close
Harford County, MD
Aberdeen High School
Program dates: 7/8/2024 – 7/11/2024
Cecil County, MD
Gilpin Manor Elementary School
Program dates: 6/24/2024 – 6/27/2024
Frederick County, MD
Whittier Elementary School
Program dates: 6/24/2024 – 6/28/2024
Waverley Elementary School
Program dates: 6/24/2024 – 6/28/2024
Prince George’s County, MD
Hyattsville Elementary School
Program dates: 6/24/2024 – 6/28/2024
Montgomery County, MD
East Silver Spring Elementary School
Program dates: 6/24/2024 – 6/28/2024
Riverdale Elementary School
Program dates: 7/15/2024 – 7/19/2024
Warren County, MS
Beechwood Elementary School
Program dates: 5/28/2024 – 5/31/2024
Bowmar Avenue Elementary School
Program dates: 6/3/2024 – 6/7/2024
Dana Road Elementary School
Program dates: 6/3/2024 – 6/7/2024
Warren Central Intermediate School
Program dates: 5/28/2024 – 5/31/2024
South Park Elementary School
Program dates: 5/28/2024 – 5/31/2024