This summer, young science enthusiasts have the opportunity to dive into the exciting world of science and engineering through TCU’s Science of Discovery program, sponsored by the Andrews Institute for Research in Mathematics & Science Education.
Science of Discovery provides youth entering fourth, fifth and sixth grade, a series of day camps to explore science, engineering and problem-solving through hands-on learning experiences.
Led by science education expert Angela Buffington, Ph.D., these experiences offer small class sizes to promote personalized attention and a deeper learning experience. With a variety of topics ranging from vehicle construction to the science behind magic, youth will gain valuable skills and memories to last a lifetime.
It’s free to participate in the camps. Limited capacity. Participants have the option to register for one, multiple or all offerings. Meals and transportation are not provided.
Camp Lineup
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Vehicle Construction
June 9–13, 9:00–11:30 a.m.
Students will design and build cars, hovercrafts and boats propelled by balloons and rubber bands. Students will bring home their creations to share. -
Simple Machines
June 9–13, 12:00–2:30 p.m.
Students will explore levers, pulleys and wheels while designing Rube Goldberg-style contraptions. -
Science of Magic
June 16–20, 9:00–11:30 a.m.
Discover the science behind levitation, disappearing tricks and gravity-defying stunts. Students will learn and practice tricks to share with friends and family. -
Chemical Reactions
June 16–20, 12:00–2:30 p.m.
Students will explore chemical reactions, control reaction times and temperatures, and harness energy to propel experiments. -
Electronics 101
July 7–11, 9:00–11:30 a.m.
Learn the basics of electronics, circuitry, soldering and more through interactive, hands-on projects. -
Electronics Deconstruct/Reconstruct
July 7–11, 12:00–2:30 p.m.
Students will repurpose old appliances into battery-powered machines while learning wiring, soldering and circuitry.
