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Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Eisenhower Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and proble...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the official Camp Invention program search page, specifically for the 'Spark' program at Eisenhower Elementary School in Hopkins, MN. This indicates it is a day camp for grades K-6. The Camp Invention website states that all program staff undergo background checks. While the specific Eisenhower Elementary program is not individually accredited by the ACA, Camp Invention as a national program has a strong reputation for STEM education. The program is owned and operated in partnership with Hopkins Public Schools, classifying it as a school-owned program. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging activities and educational value. The national Camp Invention program has been operating for over 30 years, founded by the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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: 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305
  • 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 Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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 Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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 Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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 Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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 Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Hopkins Public Schools - Eisenhower 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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