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2009 Camp Days |
Summer Day Camps
For information call:
304.243.8740
E-mail us:
summercamp@cet.edu |
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Space
Explorers:
June 23, 25, 29 |
July 15, 28 |
August 5, 7
Cosmic
Kids:
June 30 | July 30 |
August 6
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2009 Day Camps
Applications are currently being accepted for a day filled with fun! Send your child on an out-of-this-world space adventure this summer! Challenger Learning Center offers day camps for young people ages 6-12 (entering grades 1-7) interested in science, having fun, and making new friends.
Space Explorers
YOU are invited to join a daring crew of mission specialists and astronauts and be among the first to “Return to the Moon” to establish a permanent lunar base. Encounter a new era of human planetary exploration as you explore the dusty lunar surface, launch a probe, and conduct vital scientific experiments. Fire up your imagination as you experience the thrill of our two-hour simulated space mission and spend the rest of the day enjoying exciting hands-on activities. Are YOU ready? Space Explorers entering grades 4-7. Sign up today!
Download registration form.
Wait list available for all
full camps.
Time: 9:30
a.m. to 3 p.m.
Price:
$30 per day (1 camp)
Explorers should bring a lunch and beverage
Camp Dates: June 23 | June 25 | June 29
July 15 | July 28
August 5 | August 7
Explore Your World and Beyond
Is Pluto just a comic book character? Why is our galaxy called the Milky Way? Join us
exciting adventure to explore your world and beyond. Discover what makes each planet special and why Earth is your place in space.
Applications are now being accepted for a day filled with excitement, fun, and take-home activities. Come meet new friends and enjoy the adventure of learning about space. YOU can do it! Cosmic Kids entering grades 1-3. BLAST OFF!
Download
registration form.
Wait list available for all full camps.
Time: 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Price: $15 per day (1 camp)
Camp Dates: June 30 | July 30
| August 6
2009 Weeklong Camp
Power Robotics
Students entering grades 5-9 will spend a week solving robotics challenges about power and electricity, fly a simulated spaceflight, and perform a pool microgravity challenge. Family members are invited to a mini-robotics tournament on Friday afternoon.
Download reservation form.
Time: 9:30 a.m.
to 3 p.m.
Price: $250 (+$25 for extended hours)
Students will also receive lunch daily and a space mission t-shirt.
Camp Dates: Monday-Friday, June 22-26
Mission/Philosophy
The Challenger Learning Center at Wheeling Jesuit University offers unique and educational day camps for children ages 6-12. Campers learn in an encouraging and engaging environment where they can explore the wonders of space through fun, hands-on activities and an exciting space travel mission.
To register, simply download and complete the Registration Form, Health
Form, and Release
Form for mailing. Please register only one
camper per form. Early registration is encouraged
because camp sizes are limited. So register TODAY!
Please complete all information on the registration, health, and release forms and return these signed forms
before the camp date your child will be attending, or registration will be delayed. Payment must be provided at the time of registration in order to secure your child's place in the camp.
Send all completed forms to:
Challenger Learning Center/ Attn. Summer Camp
316 Washington Ave.
Wheeling, WV 26003
IMPORTANT: If you would like to register for a camp that is less than two weeks away, please
call 304.243.8740 to confirm availability.
Confirmation
Once your registration is processed, you will receive confirmation notification by phone or e-mail. If you are
unable to download camp forms or if you have not received your confirmation notification, please call 304.243.8740.
To answer any questions you may have about your child’s Challenger Space Camp experience,
review the Camp Checklist to read “Everything you will need to know to send your child on an unforgettable adventure this summer!”
Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations must be received no later than
five working days before the camp in order to receive a full refund. No refunds will be made after a camp begins. Challenger Learning Center reserves the right to cancel any camp not meeting the minimum registration requirements. You will be notified at least one week
before the chosen camp date. You may select an alternative session date, or you may request a full refund of registration fees paid.
T-Shirts and Patches
“Return to the Moon”
t-shirts are $13, and patches are $4. You can view the designs on the registration form. All merchandise ordered will be received on the day of camp. Space items are also available at the gift shop on the camp date.
For more information call 304.243.8740 or e-mail summercamp@cet.edu.
Map and Directions
Click here for a map and directions.
The Challenger Learning Center is located in the Erma Ora Byrd Center for Educational Technologies building
on the campus of Wheeling Jesuit University in
Wheeling, WV.
For more
information call or e-mail
304.243.8740
summercamp@cet.edu
