Mar 10, 2021 | News
Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is now accepting applications from BCPS students for three exciting summer programs for 2021! We are proud to partner with GVSU to offer these camps that are free to BCPS students and are great ways to ensure your student starts the next school year with the tools they need to succeed. Learn more about this year’s offerings below. Applications are due on Thursday, April 1st. Learn more and apply here.
If health guidance permits, the GVSU summer camps will take place in person (with transportation provided), and students will also visit the GVSU campus for a full day of learning and exploring! The decision on whether camps will be offered remotely or face-to-face will be determined before applicants are notified of their acceptance.
Check out the GVSU summer program offerings below! Families can reach out to Matthew Bozzo at bozzoma@gvsu.edu for more information or assistance with the application process.
Want to learn more? Use this Zoom link to join us at one of our virtual information sessions on:
- Thursday, March 18 from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 24 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Science, Technology & Engineering Preview Summer Camp (STEPS Camp): June 14-18
STEPS is a five-day camp that introduces rising 7th grade students to the world of science, technology, and engineering. Students will be provided with a fully-stocked kit of materials and tools so that they can build and play along with the curriculum. Through this program, students will also participate in exciting remote activities with other students from West Michigan, including virtual field trips to Michigan’s high-tech manufacturing facilities, airport hangars and more. Apply here by April 1, 2021.
Summer Health Activities and Professions Exploration Camp (sHaPe Camp): July 12-16
2020 has shown us how important healthcare workers are in our communities — and GVSU’s sHaPe camp will show rising 8th and 9th grade students what a career in this field could look like. Campers will learn about physical therapy, medical lab science, sports medicine, nursing and more. They will gain hands-on experiences as they learn about the different bones in the body, how to use a stethoscope to measure heart and respiratory rates, and how to use modern lab analysis equipment. Apply here by April 1, 2021.
Exploring Careers in Education & Leadership Camp (EXCEL): June 21-25
The EXCEL camp is a great opportunity for rising high school seniors to learn more about the field of education, develop their own leadership skills and prepare their plans for after graduation. At this camp, students will work together to design a high-impact community-based project, explore the GVSU campus and learn more about the college application progress as they prepare for senior year. Campers will also receive a $500 stipend for their participation. Apply here by April 1, 2021.