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Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark

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Camp Invention: Spark at Summit MS offers K-6th graders a hands-on STEM day camp experience focused on innovation, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the official Camp Invention website for the 'Spark' program at Summit MS in Johnston, IA, confirming it is a legitimate day camp for grades K-6. Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization. While this specific location is not individually accredited by the ACA, the national Camp Invention program emphasizes safety and staff training, including background checks for all program staff. The program runs from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Google reviews for Camp Invention nationally are generally positive, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the engaging activities and educational value. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@campinvention) and Facebook (CampInvention) accounts, showcasing various camp activities and testimonials.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 9500 Windsor Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark?
Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Summit MS - Camp Invention: Spark does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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