Camp Invention

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Camp Invention is a summer STEM enrichment program for students in grades K–6 that uses hands‑on, inquiry‑based activities to develop creativity, inventive thinking, and problem‑solving skills. Through structured invention challenges, participants engage with core STEM concepts, explore a range of STEM fields and careers, and build foundational entrepreneurial skills related to ideation, design, testing, and iteration.

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Program Activities

Students (Grade K-6)

Enjoy hands-on STEM experiences

Learn about STEM, intellectual property, and invention

Explore and gain awareness of STEM fields

Program Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade K-6)

Strengthen STEM competencies

Develop a positive attitude towards STEM

Increase awareness of STEM fields

DSEC Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade K-6)

Increased student engagement and interest in STEM (formal and informal)

Increased participant STEM competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities, and confidence)

Increased participant awareness of, and interest in, STEM research and careers

Program Data

Students

1,433 total student participants

Student Grade Level

Military-Connected Students

Category	Count	%
Military-Connected Student	1,181	82.4%
Not military connected	252	17.6%

Educators

160 total educator participants

Educator Levels

Category	Count	%
Educator Multiple Grades	160	100%

Educator Type

Category	Count	%
Educator Position - Teacher	160	100%

Military-Connected Educators

Category	Count	%
Military-Connected Educator	2	1.3%
Not military connected educator	158	98.8%