Does your student want to learn more about how video games work? In Game On, students will take their skills to the next level while learning about coding basics. During the week, students will be introduced to coding languages and how game animations are made while utilizing their new knowledge to create mini-games including “Shark Eats Fish”, “Treasure Hunt,” and more!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Eligible grades: 3-4

If you are a LEGO fan this is the class for you! Working with over 1,000,000+ misc. LEGO bricks along with various instructional LEGO Datca kits, this class will allow you to become a Master LEGO Builder. Freestyle and instructional build will allow each student to explore new engineering concepts at their ability level. Rev up your imagination and let the building begin!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Eligible grades: 1-2

Are you ready to revamp your paper airplane design? Figure out the tricks and trades to create the best flying object one can make.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 1-2, 9 to 10:20 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 3-4, 10:40 a.m. to noon

Mad Science has teamed up with NASA in a quest for exploration. We’ll take a voyage of discovery into the atmosphere and beyond as we explore planets, moons, and other space phenomena in our solar system. Campers will get a firsthand experience of the challenges of living in space as they try to assemble a satellite while training to be an astronaut. Campers will build their own Mad Science rocket, and participate in a real “NASA-style" rocket launch. Mad Science is licensed by NASA to use these activities for summer camps and school programs.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Eligible grades: 3-4

Ever dream of becoming a secret agent? We'll start with the basics: from decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, campers have the opportunity to check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets. Step into the shoes of a detective as you uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Eligible grades: 1-2

Are you ready to innovate? Get your creative juices flowing in this project-based program, where you will identify the need for an invention, think on your feet, and create structures and solutions. Campers also learn about famous inventors and internalize how recent innovations improve our lives.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 1-2, 9 to 10:20 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 3-4, 10:40 a.m. to noon

During this renewable energy camp, you will learn how wind, water, and sun became Earth's most reliable renewable energy. You will also dive into the science of energy conservation.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 3-4, 9 to 10:20 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 1-2, 10:40 a.m. to noon

Flip a switch and the lights turn on. But what is happening behind the walls? Learn about magnets, electricity and circuits. Create a self-checking quiz game board.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 3-4, 9 to 10:20 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 1-2, 10:40 a.m. to noon

Wildcat Adventure Camp focuses on building a community where campers are known, engaged, and safe. Summer staff work together to plan a series of fun and educational activities that fit the theme for the week. In addition to an on-campus schedule, campers will travel to exciting, but sometimes lesser-known, destinations around the Milwaukee area via USM's own buses. Through Wildcat Adventure Camp, we strive for campers to develop a sense of independence, create new friendships, and spark inner curiosity.

Clean energy is more important than ever before. Learn about and test innovative ways to create energy.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 7-8, 12:30 to 1:55 p.m.
• Session 2: Grades 5-6, 2 to 3:25 

Price: $140 or $120 before March 17, 2023

Codemoji’s Code It program’s mission is simple: teach students to enjoy all things related to coding and the web while building problem-solving and creative thinking skills. Our teachers deliver clear and entertaining instruction to ensure students have fun while learning complex coding skills using emojis that represent HTML text, which lowers the barriers to new coders and increases their excitement and understanding of computer science. Students build animations, websites, and video games; explore multiple coding languages; program robots; create STEM-based projects both on and offline, and are encouraged to share their projects when they get home. Students also work with interactive circuit boards to understand the basics of currents and work with their teacher to build a handful of fun hands-on projects.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: 12:30 to 3:25 p.m.
Price: $240 or $220 before March 17, 2023
Eligible grades: 5-8

Science and art aren't as different as some might thing. Discover the science behind the colors, shapes, and techniques behind the art you make!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 5-6, 12:30 to 1:55 p.m.
• Session 2: Grades 7-8, 2 to 3:25 p.m.

Price: $150 or $130 before March 17, 2023

Do you enjoy designing, creating, exploring, and building? Learn how to use new tools to build your your very own ideas!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 5-6, 9 to 10:25 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 7-8, 10:30 to 11:55 a.m.

Price: $170 or $150 before March 17, 2023

Get out of your comfort zone and try some new foods you may never have tried otherwise. Discover new tastes and favorite foods in this yummy camp!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 7-8, 9 to 10:25 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 5-6, 10:30 to 11:55 a.m. 

Price: $170 or $150 before March 17, 2023

The focus of this class is to experiment, test and derive conclusions about the world of sports around you. Through a handful of eye-opening questions, you'll learn more about how a frisbee flies, why a golf ball has those weird bumps, and why a football is shaped like an egg!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 5-6, 12:30 to 1:55 p.m.
• Session 2: Grades 7-8, 2 to 3:25 p.m.

Price: $140 or $120 before Mach 17, 2023

Learn the basic skills of robot design, construction, and programming. Design and program your robot to complete basic robotic challenges in a quick and efficient manner to win various robot competitions.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 5-6, 9 to 11:55 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 7-8, 12:30 to 3:25 p.m.

Price: $260 or $240 before March 17, 2023

Learn what it takes for a plane to take flight or a rocket to make it to space. Build your own flying machines that are ready for take off!

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 7-8, 12:30 to 1:55 p.m.
• Session 2: Grades 5-6, 2 to 3:25 p.m.

Price: $170 or $150 before March 17, 2023

How is sound made? How does it move? And how do humans hear and understand sound? Join us to discover the answers and build our own musical instruments.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 7-8, 9 to 10:25 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 5-6, 10:30 to 11:55 a.m.

Price: $140 or $120 before March 17, 2023

Grab some clay and get crafting! Learn multiple techniques to bring your creations to life, and even take them home.

Dates: July 10-14
Time: Two sessions available

• Session 1: Grades 5-6, 9 to 10:25 a.m.
• Session 2: Grades 7-8, 10:30 to 11:55 a.m.

Price: $150 or $130 before March 17, 2023