The camp offers a unique blend of planetary science exploration, hands-on engineering projects with LEGO models, and an exciting field trip to iFly for real-world physics demonstrations and indoor skydiving.
This Aerospace Engineering (Planetary Science) camp offers middle schoolers an immersive experience in space science and engineering. Campers will delve into planetary science, studying and building models of Earth-orbiting telescopes, ground-based sensors, and robotic instruments. Activities include an introduction to Mars missions, lectures and discussions, and hands-on projects like building LEGO models of Mars rovers, orbiters, or landers. The program emphasizes problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking through interactive challenges and design projects. The week culminates in a field trip to iFly, where students will engage in physics demonstrations in a wind tunnel, lab activities, and even one-on-one flying with a certified instructor, bringing STEM concepts to life.
A typical day begins with check-in, followed by an introduction to Mars missions, lectures, and discussions. Students then engage in building LEGO models of Mars rovers, orbiters, or landers, and present their models before lunch. Afternoons include counselor-led activities such as phys-ed, music, STEM, or art, self-regulated student-led games, outside play, and quiet reflective time, concluding with parent pick-up.
This camp is best for young innovators who are curious about space, flight, and engineering marvels, and who enjoy hands-on projects, coding, and problem-solving.
1311 Holman St, Houston, TX, 77004
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