911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Summer Camp
A 911±¬ÁÏÍø and Middletown Public School Partnership
911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camp (formerly Girls in Science) provides opportunities for students to explore their interests in science and develop critical skills to be used in their scientific pursuits and beyond. Our philosophy is that everyone belongs in STEM. The program features a 1-week summer camp which fosters inquiries in science via experiments, interactive activities, and trips. Elementary school participants continue their exploration and skill development throughout the academic year via activities such as;Kids' Space Night, presentations by 911±¬ÁÏÍø faculty and students, community “meet-ups”, and others.
In addition, 911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camp engages a cohort of high school students with demonstrated interests in science. High School “program assistants” play a critical role in supporting programming and serve as role models for elementary school participants. In doing so, high school program assistants develop critical career readiness skills, further develop content knowledge and skills, and benefit from the mentoring of 911±¬ÁÏÍø graduate students and faculty.
911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camp employs an intergenerational mentoring model. The program’s staff is comprised of 911±¬ÁÏÍø faculty members from the chemistry, biology departments, 911±¬ÁÏÍø student assistants, and aspiring high school scientists. All staff work in collaboration to develop the next generation of innovative leaders in fields of science in a safe and nurturing space.
911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Summer Camp 2026
Who: Students going into Grades 4, 5, and 6 can apply
What: 2026 911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Summer Camp
Where: Beman Middle School (1 Wilderman's Way, Middletown, CT 06457)
When: August 3-7. From 8:30 am-4:00 pm each day with a Science Showcase on Friday at 4:00 pm
Why: Everyone belongs in STEM. Need-based full and partial scholarships are available for qualified families.
Camper Application:
Campers are accepted to the camp on a rolling basis starting on March 23, 2026.
If you are interested in working with us this Summer, please submit an application today. The application reviewing process will begin May 9th, 2026.
High School Application:
Read stories testimonials, and see more photos from past 911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camps.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Erin Scholes at scholese@mpsct.org.
The 2025 911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camp received partial support from the NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium and thanks its faculty for their in-kind support of the program.
911±¬ÁÏÍø Science Camp is hosted in-kind by the Middletown Public Schools and its summer school program, and received support from the Middletown Chamber of Commerce to employ high school students who work with faculty at the week-long camp.
