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Reservations for the 2026-2027 School Year NOW OPEN!!!
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In-Classroom Science Center or Engineering
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Mission to the Moon
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School STEM Nights


NEW: Leadership and Engineering Workshops for Grades 7-9!

​Science Center (K-6)

​​Choose two topics from the SEEd aligned Earth and Space curriculum. Students will be immersed in hands-on learning through experiments and demonstrations with a STAR Camp instructor in the classroom. Science Center experiences conclude with a visit from one of our crazy scientists!

Any topic can be adapted for any grade. Here is what we recommend based on the Utah SEEd standards for each grade: 
K-2 Grades
Lights, Camera, Refraction
​Ask the Weather Guy
The Sound of Matter
The Earth Moves
Habitats
Solar System Sleuthing
3rd Grade
​Principles of Flight
Newton's Laws of Motion
Ask the Weather Guy


4th Grade
Lights, Camera, Refraction
Earth, Sun, Moon, Stars
​Habitats
​Solary System Sleuthing

5-6 Grade
​Where's the Matter
Elemental Spheres
Earth, Sun, Moon, Stars
All About Gravity
​Solar System Sleuthing
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Engineering Challenge (3-6)

​Students will be immersed in the engineering design process, as they discover classroom-sized solutions to life-size problems. Students will identify criteria and constraints, develop a prototype for iterative testing, analyze data from testing, and propose and present modifications for optimizing the design solution. Teachers will see a model of how engineering principles can be applied to scientific concepts.

Any challenge will work for any grade. Here is what we recommend for SEEd alignment: 

3rd Grade (3.3)
Bridge the Gap
Storm the Castle
Swiss Family Robinson
​Twisty, Curvy, Topsy, Turvy

4th Grade (4.2)
Rube Goldberg

Twisty, Curvy, Topsy, Turvy
Lunar Rovers (NEW!)
5th Grade
Bridge the Gap (5.1)
Environmental Engineering (5.2)
6th Grade (6.2)
Turn up the Heat
Time: 2 hours
Cost: $150/class
We can accommodate two classes at a time, and up to four classes at the same school in one day. 

Quick Science (K-6)
Choose 
one topic from our hands-on, SEEd aligned space and earth curriculum. This is a great option for unique topic introduction or review. No crazy scientist visit included. ​
Time: 1 hour
Cost: $100/class

​​Submit a field trip request here
Your field trip is not confirmed until you have received an information packet via email. 

Mission to the Moon (4-9)

For grades 4-6
​Students assume the roles of astronauts and mission specialists as they simulate a test flight for future missions to the Moon! Students will learn teamwork, communication, and personal accountability while building new and unique STEM vocabulary. 
Mission to the Moon includes Mission Training with a STAR Camp instructor and a simulated space mission to the Mission to the Moon also includes an All About Gravity class designed by educators and aerospace engineers. 
Time: 3 hours
Cost: $275 per class
We can accommodate one class (up to 32 students) at a time, and up to two classes at the same school in one day. 
For grades 7-9
​Students assume the roles of astronauts and mission specialists as they simulate a test flight for future missions to the Moon! Students will learn teamwork, communication, and personal accountability while building new and unique STEM vocabulary.
Mission to the Moon includes Mission Training and a condensed launch simulation to fit within your class period. 

Time: 45-75 min
Cost: $100/class
​​Submit a field trip request here
Your field trip is not confirmed until you have received an information packet via email. 

Junior High Workshops (7-9)

We are so excited to offer workshops for junior high students this year! STAR Camp workshops support Utah's learning standards for earth science, engineering, computer science, art, and CCA. Are you wanting an interactive presenter on a leadership or STEM topic you don't see here? Submit a request! We are developing new classes and programs all the time. 
Time: 45-75 min
Cost: $100/class
Engineering Design
​Computer Science
​3D Art and Design
Mission to the Moon
Leadership
Service
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Submit a field trip request here
Your field trip is not confirmed until you have received an information packet via email. ​

School STEM Nights

​STAR Camp would love to provide a hands on activity at your school's upcoming STEM night! Email [email protected] to check our availability. 

In-Classroom Field Trip Testimonials

"The interaction with the students and the instructors was great. Students loved the simulation and their parts. I loved how engaged my students were and how much they learned. I also loved how Mission to the Moon aligned with our science standards."

Kate Todd
​Grade 6 Teacher
​Centerville Elementary
"It was a very hands on experience when students got to use creative problem solving skills to design a steerable floating device. They could come up with their own ideas and test them. Several of the teams revised their original ideas if they did not work or refined them to make it work better. All in all, the students learned a lot and they enjoyed the activity very much."

Katalin Gibson
Grade 3 Teacher
​Polk Elementary
"The kids loved something new! They loved talking about working as a team and being able to see how science can fit into their real life and goals for school."

Stacey Nance
Grade 6 Teacher
​Shadow Valley Elementary

​Contact Us

(801) 917-4829
[email protected]
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      • Summer Staff
      • Scholarships
    • Classroom Experiences
    • After School Clubs
    • STAR Teams
    • STAR Camp Space Launch Simulator
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  • Watch: Campers Talk about STAR Camp
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