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Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Huston Middle School

Huston Middle School hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM-focused day camp for grades K-6, offering hands-on activities like building a mini-golf course and d...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific program page for Camp Invention: Spark at Huston Middle School in Lower Burrell, PA, indicating it is a day camp for children in grades K-6. The program runs from July 29 - August 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The curriculum includes four modules: Marble Arcade, Mini Golf, Robotic Aquatics, and The Attic, focusing on STEM concepts through hands-on projects. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While specific staff ratios or background check policies for this particular location are not detailed on the page, the broader Camp Invention website (invent.org) mentions that all program teams are led by local educators. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and positive impact on their children's interest in STEM. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, and no state license number is provided on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Huston 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: 1020 Puckety Church Rd, Lower Burrell, PA 15068
  • 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 Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Huston 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 Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Huston 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 Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Huston 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 Huston Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Huston 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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