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Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Whitman Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Whitman Elementary School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation an...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Whitman Elementary School in Pontiac, MI. Camp Invention is a national program, and this specific location offers the 'Spark' curriculum for grades K-6. The program is a day camp, running from June 24-28, 2024. While Whitman Elementary School is the host, the program itself is run by Camp Invention, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The Camp Invention website mentions that all program team members are thoroughly vetted, including comprehensive background checks. The program has a strong online presence with a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google for the overall Camp Invention program, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and positive impact on their children's interest in STEM. No specific state license number for this individual camp location was found, as it operates under the umbrella of a national program hosted by a school. Social media handles for the national Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Whitman Elementary School - 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 125 W Montcalm Street, Pontiac, MI 48342
  • 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 Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Whitman Elementary School - 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 Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Whitman Elementary School - 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 Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Whitman Elementary School - 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 Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Whitman Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Whitman Elementary School - 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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