Strategic Minds: Logic, Math and Chess (Grades 5-6)
Reminder: All K-8 summer camps on the CU Boulder campus end at 3pm on Fridays.
July 27-31 (Online registration closes July 17. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
1-4pm
$295
Location: CU Science Discovery
Note: Morning and afternoon camps can be combined to create a full-day experience. If your child is registered for both a morning and afternoon camp at the same location, Science Discovery staff will provide lunchtime supervision.
Strategic Minds: Logic, Math and Chess invites 5th and 6th graders to explore the exciting connections between chess, math, and science! Did you know there are over 318 billion possible positions after just four moves in chess? The number of distinct 40-move games is even greater than the number of electrons in the observable universe! Students will discover how logic, reasoning, and problem-solving shape the game of chess while developing critical thinking, abstract reasoning, and creativity all while having fun and making new friends.
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 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.