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Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at James L. Burrell Elementary offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and probl...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at James L. Burrell Elementary in Temple, TX. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from July 22-26, 2024. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention network, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While the specific elementary school does not have a dedicated camp website, the Camp Invention site mentions that all program teams are led by local educators and that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The Camp Invention brand has a strong online presence, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, frequently praised for its engaging activities and educational value. The program is not accredited by the ACA, which is common for school-hosted day camps. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'CampInvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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
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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: 8104 Glade Drive, Temple, TX 76502
  • 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 Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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 Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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 Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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 Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark?
Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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 Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Belton ISD - James L. Burrell Elementary - 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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