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Mifflinburg Area High School - Camp Invention: Spark

Mifflinburg Area High School

Camp Invention: Spark at Mifflinburg Area High School offers K-6 students hands-on STEM activities focused on innovation, problem-solving, and creative think...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention program page for Mifflinburg Area High School. This is a day camp for grades K-6, part of the larger Camp Invention program developed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The program focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities, with themes like 'Spark' for 2024. The website states, 'All program staff are background checked,' indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for this particular Mifflinburg location are not readily available, the broader Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, often highlighted for its engaging curriculum and impact on children's interest in STEM. The National Inventors Hall of Fame, which runs Camp Invention, is a non-profit organization, making the owner type 'university' in this context as it's often hosted by schools or educational institutions. No ACA accreditation was found for this specific location, which is common for smaller, localized programs under a larger national umbrella.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Mifflinburg Area High 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 75 Market St, Mifflinburg, PA 17844
  • 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 Mifflinburg Area High School - Camp Invention: Spark

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