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Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Lisha Kill Middle School

Camp Invention: Spark at Lisha Kill Middle School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-so...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Lisha Kill Middle School. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from July 29 - August 2, 2024. The program, 'Spark,' focuses on STEM concepts through hands-on activities like building a 'Marble Arcade' and designing a 'Mini Golf Course.' While there isn't specific accreditation information for this individual location, Camp Invention as a national program emphasizes safety and staff training, with their FAQ page stating that all program team members undergo background checks. The camp is part of the larger National Inventors Hall of Fame's Camp Invention initiative, which has a 30-year history. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a high rating (e.g., 4.8 stars from 1.1K reviews for the national program), with parents praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors. Social media handles for the national program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Lisha Kill Middle 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
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 68 Waterman Ave, Albany, NY 12205
  • 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 Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Lisha Kill Middle 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 Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Lisha Kill Middle 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 Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Lisha Kill Middle 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.
Does Lisha Kill Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Lisha Kill Middle 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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