Explore the Force: The Science of Star Wars (Grades 5-6)
Reminder: All K-8 summer camps on the CU Boulder campus end at 3pm on Fridays.
June 1-5 (Online registration closes May 22. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
1-4pm (Excluding Friday; camp ends at 3pm on Friday)
July 20-24 (Online registration closes July 17. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9am-12pm
$295
Location: CU Science Discovery
"I am one with the Force, the Force is with me." Join us on an epic adventure as we embark on the Jedi Trials! In this STEM-focused camp, we’ll learn to navigate tricky situations, master mind control (and maybe a little Force persuasion), and even build our own droids and full-size lightsabers to take home! From the fiery depths of Mustafar to the icy plains of Hoth, we’ll test our teamwork and problem-solving skills as we use lasers, coding, robots, dry ice, and chemistry to tackle challenges and help those we meet along the way. Throughout the week, we’ll gain the knowledge and skills to earn the title of Jedi Knight. On Friday, come dressed in your best Jedi gear for Costume Day! We’ll celebrate our accomplishments and showcase our engineering creations with a special green screen photo opportunity—posing on any planet in the galaxy!
What to Bring: While at Science Discovery, participants are expected to store their personal belongings in their backpack. Space is limited so please limit the number of personal items brought from home. All items should be labeled with the participant’s first and last name in case an item is misplaced. Please send your child with the following each day:
- A backpack (sized to fit your child) for carrying personal items and any camp materials they will be bringing home
- Filled water bottle(s)
- 1-2 snacks (or more), depending on the child's needs
- A sack lunch that does not require refrigeration (ONLY if your child is attending a morning/afternoon camp at the same location)
- Closed-toed shoes
- A hair tie to hold back lengthy hair, if applicable
- All camps spend a portion of each day outside. Please send your child with clothing appropriate for the daily forecasted weather (jacket, sweatshirt, rain poncho, etc.)
- Optional: A mask or any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child wishes to utilize
Grade Policy: CU Science Discovery serves students in grades K-12. Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for all camps and classes.
Cancellation and Transfer Policy: Science Discovery has designed its cancellation policy to minimize the number of camp and class spots that are unused due to last-minute cancellations. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the camp/class. In the event that a camp/class is cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund. Transfer requests made up to 30 days prior to the start of a camp/class will incur a $15 administrative fee. Transfer requests made within 30 days of the start of a camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee.