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Camp IMAG Summer

Join us at the IMAG History & Science Center for a summer filled with STEM & history! Campers will have a blast while inventing, experimenting, exploring, and investigating in our all-new immersive one-week camps. Plus, they will also explore the museum, experience our live Animal Encounters, participate in our all-new Science Shows, get up close with our sea life in our Touch Tank, and meet dinosaurs and titans of the ice age in our 3D Theater! Our number one goal is FUN- with a big side of LEARNING!

Camp IMAG sessions include fun and educational hands-on activities, games, crafts, special guests, and exhibit explorations! Our innovative curriculum integrates STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), history, the arts, and humanities to inspire the imagination and encourage an overall love of learning! Camps are designed for rising 1st-8^th graders and are divided into rising 1st – 2nd graders, rising 3rd– 5th graders, and rising 6^th – 8^th graders.

New this year! We are no longer offering “themed” weeks of camp. All weeks will be STEM camps. Campers will still get to explore hands-on STEM activities in their camp classroom each day. Now, they will also get to select two themed STEM, History or Art Clubs to go to each day- one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Campers will go to the same two clubs all week. However, clubs will be different each week of camp. You will select your clubs during the registration process. Clubs do have capacities and will fill on a first come, first served basis.

Cost

Members – $200/ per week*

Non-Members – $250/ per week

Scholarships are available. Scroll below for details.

Cancellation Policy – If your child cannot attend their registered sessions we ask that you first try to transfer to an alternative week. In the event you must cancel your reservation, you will receive a refund as defined below. Cancellation notice must be submitted in writing. Please email carlos@theIMAG.org. Refund will be issued in the same manner payment was made.

A full refund will be given if canceling more than 31 days in advance.
15-30 days until the session start date = 50% refund.
14 days prior to the start of camp session = NO REFUND.

Cancellation requests due to illness or accident prior to the camp session start date require a physician’s written verification. Upon receipt of verification, we will issue a full refund.

*Week 10 is a shortened week priced at $100 for non-members and $80 for members.

Registration

You can register for camp by clicking on the camp of your choice in the calendar below. If you are a member, you should log into the member portal and register there to have your member discount automatically applied. Registration closes for each week of camp at 11:55 PM on the Thursday prior to the start of that week. All fees for each camp must be paid in full by the first day of each week of camp.

Lunch

Box lunches are available for $10 each and include a choice of the day, chips, fruit snacks, and a juice box. Lunches must be ordered during registration or no later than the Friday prior to camp for the $10 rate. Any camper that arrives without a lunch will be provided with a lunch, chips, fruit snacks, and a juice box for $10, which will be due upon pick up.

Camp Hours

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sign In/Out

Sign-in for camp will take place starting at 8:45 AM in the Education Room. Camp officially starts at 9:00 AM. Sign out for camp will also take place in the Education Room starting at 4:00 PM and ending at 4:15 PM. All persons picking up a camper MUST be on the authorized pick-up list and have a photo I.D. with them.

Pre/Post Camp

Pre-camp is available from 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM for an additional $5 per day. Pre-camp can be purchased during the registration process or on a daily basis upon arrival.

Post-camp is available from 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM for an additional $5 per day. Post-camp can be purchased during the registration process or upon arrival the morning it is needed. If a camper remains in camp after 4:15 PM, you will automatically be billed $5 for post-camp and it will be due upon pick up that day. Please note there is a $3 per minute late charge for any camper pick up past 5:31 PM.

Camp Dress Code

Campers must wear the designated camp t-shirt every day. One t-shirt will be handed out per registrant for free as a courtesy each season. Additional day camps or weekly sessions will not include additional shirts. Additional t-shirts may be pre-ordered during registration or purchased at any time online or in person for $10 each. Campers who come to camp without a t-shirt will be given a new t-shirt and a $10 will be assessed to your registration. More information on our dress code can be found in the Camper Confirmation Packet.

You will receive a Camp Confirmation Packet with more detailed policies and procedures for camp upon registration. If you have questions about any policies or procedures, please contact the Director of Awesome, Sara Turner, at sara@theimag.org.

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Summer Camp Scholarships and Resources

The Camp IMAG Camp Scholarship Fund aims to maximize educational opportunities for all children. The IMAG History & Science Center is committed to supporting our community, especially in the area of STEM Education. The Camp IMAG Scholarship Fund is enabled by the generous support of the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, and supports families in need by offering tuition assistance for rising 1st to 8th graders to our STEM and history camps. Applications for these need-based scholarships will be submitted to and reviewed by a third-party organization that will determine the award recipients.

Each award recipient will receive one week of paid camp tuition (a $250 value), as well as a free Annual Family Membership (a $125 value) to the IMAG History & Science Center for up to 2 adults and 4 children. We are so proud to offer this program and be a part of expanding STEM and history education in our community.

Additional Opportunities

Summer Camp Instructor

As a camp instructor, you will be responsible for inspiring kids (ages 5-13 years old) to engage in hands-on STEM and history activities. The ideal candidates are passionate about STEM and/or history and have the proper classroom management skills to make camp-learning fun and exciting. Haven’t taught camp before? Not a problem! We provide the training you need before camp starts. Camp instructor applicants will complete a general application and submit a resume to be considered for an in-person interview. We will determine which type of camp is the best fit with your background and availability.

PLEASE EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO: sara@theIMAG.org

Summer Camp Manager

As the Camp Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing 3 onsite summer camps for Grades 1-2, Grades 3-5, and Grades 6-8 and 1 offsite camp for Grades 3-5. Applicants will complete a general application and submit a resume to be considered for an in-person interview.

Core Responsibilities: Serves as a camp manager for 3 onsite camp classes and 1 offsite camp; supervises 4 camp teachers, 4 club teachers, 1 camp assistant and numerous camp volunteers (junior camp assistants); organizes lunch orders each day; assists with pre and post camp set up/clean up; assists with processing payments for camps, shirts, lunches, and before/after care; serves as the contact person for camp families; handles behavior issues, injuries, and illnesses with campers; and covers sign in each day for camp. Also serves as a substitute camp teacher as needed.

PLEASE EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO: sara@theIMAG.org

Junior Camp Assistant

The Jr. Camp Assistant Training Program is an exciting professional development opportunity for rising 9th -12th-grade students who are interested in working with children in an educational setting during our Camp IMAG weekly Spring/Winter/Summer sessions. Students can apply to assist camp educators with the day-to-day camp activities. Be sure to check with your school for volunteer hours or community service credit!

Interested students (and their parents) should complete the application attached and return it to the IMAG Science and History Center for review. Museum staff will email to confirm an application. Only a few spots will be filled based on performance and attendance during camp sessions. $45 Training fee applies.

PLEASE EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO: sara@theIMAG.org

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