Round Rock ISD

Dive into a new language with ASL for All! This class covers the basics of the alphabet and numbers while building a foundation of essential everyday signs. You won’t just be learning how to sign; you’ll also explore the vibrant world of Deaf culture and discover the stories of famous Deaf trailblazers. It’s a fun, visual way for gifted learners to challenge their brains and pick up a meaningful new skill! Note: Students will need their Round Rock ISD student issued Chromebooks and chargers for this session.

Join us for an exhilarating adventure at our summer camp where technology meets creativity! Dive into the exciting world of coding with robots, a unique experience designed for both beginners and seasoned programmers. Here, you will engage in hands-on learning that not only teaches coding skills but also ignites your imagination. Using a block-based programming language, you will bring robots to life, giving them commands to move, make sounds, recognize objects, and even avoid obstacles! With each project, you'll create interactive and dynamic experiences that will captivate both your mind and senses. As you navigate challenges and troubleshoot unexpected results, you will cultivate resilience and problem-solving skills, learning to analyze, debug, and enhance your code. This journey fosters a growth mindset, strengthening not only your programming abilities but also your perseverance and adaptability. Coding with robots is not just about technology; it's about unleashing your creativity and logical thinking. With every new project, you will unlock endless possibilities, becoming a true master of code and robotics. So, come and embark on this thrilling coding adventure where your imagination can soar! Note: Students will need their Round Rock ISD student issued Chromebooks and chargers for this session.

Games make learning fun! We'll spend the week experimenting and learning about mathematical concepts and playing games that deepen understanding of probability, percentages, logic and more. Along with bringing home some of the games we learn, students will have the opportunity to create and play their own mathematical games.

Join us for a thrilling week of puzzles, strategy, and problem-solving! This camp is designed for those who love challenges like sudokus, magic squares, and grid puzzles. Campers will sharpen their logic, critical thinking, and strategic skills through play. Work individually and in teams to solve mind-bending puzzles and meet like-minded peers. Whether you're a puzzle master or just love brain teasers, this camp is for you!

Are you ready to dive into all things sneakers? In this session you will engineer and create a 3D sneaker. You will design a new brand and will become the newest sneaker entrepreneur to hit the market. Part of becoming an entrepreneur is to promote your new sneaker brand! Designers will create their own logos and slogans to advertise using multiple mediums such as posters, jingles, and more! Will your new sneaker be the hottest new shoe on the market? Join this sneaker journey to find out! Note: Students will need their Round Rock ISD student issued Chromebooks and chargers for this session.

In this session, the magic is not just in the tricks but in the math behind them. Students will explore optical illusions, the science of sleight of hand, and the mathematical thinking that makes mind-bending magic possible. Through hands-on crafts, clever riddles, puzzles, and problem-solving challenges, students will discover how numbers can create awe and amazement. This enchanting class will sharpen minds and leave students seeing math in a whole new way.

Students will go on a fun adventure around the world to learn about art and different cultures. They will explore famous artists, see amazing artwork, and discover how people express themselves through creativity. Along the way, students will create different art pieces inspired by what they learn, and they will even get to design and make their own special art apron! It will be an exciting journey that celebrates art and diversity!

Creative, easy snacks your little one can make independently or with minimal help using common pantry ingredients. We’ll make them together and create a recipe book to take home and enjoy all summer long!

Build It camp provides active and creative mathematical learning with a special emphasis on spatial visualization, geometry, and real world connections.

Join us for an exhilarating adventure at our summer camp where technology meets creativity! Dive into the exciting world of coding with robots, a unique experience designed for both beginners and seasoned programmers. Here, you will engage in hands-on learning that not only teaches coding skills but also ignites your imagination. Using a block-based programming language, you will bring robots to life, giving them commands to move, make sounds, recognize objects, and even avoid obstacles! With each project, you'll create interactive and dynamic experiences that will captivate both your mind and senses. As you navigate challenges and troubleshoot unexpected results, you will cultivate resilience and problem-solving skills, learning to analyze, debug, and enhance your code. This journey fosters a growth mindset, strengthening not only your programming abilities but also your perseverance and adaptability. Coding with robots is not just about technology; it's about unleashing your creativity and logical thinking. With every new project, you will unlock endless possibilities, becoming a true master of code and robotics. So, come and embark on this thrilling coding adventure where your imagination can soar! Note: Students will need their Round Rock ISD student issued Chromebooks and chargers for this session.

Students will be learning about and creating their own ancient civilization. Students will be able to choose their location for their civilization, design food and water sources, create/choose a government, design their own currency, design their own civilization's flag, and more. This creative but realistic experience will not only teach your child about ancient civilizations but allow your child to have fun and be innovative! Note: Students will need their Round Rock ISD student issued Chromebooks and chargers for this session.

Join us for an unforgettable session where you will step into the shoes of a detective and unravel the mystery behind a classroom crime scene! This is not just any ordinary camp; it's a thrilling opportunity to engage in real-world forensics as we work together to solve the intriguing case of the missing popsicle! Throughout this adventure, you will dive into the fascinating world of forensic science by exploring three essential types of evidence that are crucial for our investigation. Each day will feature hands-on experiments designed to deepen your understanding and sharpen your investigative skills. As we experiment with fingerprint, ink, and DNA analysis, we step closer to solving the mystery, and you'll have the chance to work collaboratively with your fellow campers, sharing ideas and theories along the way. By the end of our adventure, not only will you have developed valuable scientific skills, but you'll also be part of an exciting team that cracked the case!

Do you love game night with family and friends? Become a strategy game champion! By playing games like Blokus and Kingdomino students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills to develop game winning strategies. This adventure will offer students multiple opportunities to play each game with other campers.

Ready to unlock your child’s imagination? Our Makerspace & Machine Learning Camp is designed for 2nd & 3rd graders to dive into the world of engineering and hands-on creativity! Over four exciting days, your student will: Explore Challenges: Students will use cutting-edge technology to innovatively problem-solve. With access to various tools and materials, kids will bring their ideas to life in a cooperative and open-ended Makerspace environment. Engage in Creative Collaboration: Work in small teams to tackle engineering challenges, experiment with design, and have fun with like-minded peers.

Step into a magical world where your favorite storybooks come to life through hands-on STEM challenges! In this class, students will dive into captivating children’s stories and unlock exciting science, technology, engineering, and math projects inspired by each tale. Each activity is crafted to spark curiosity, encourage creative problem-solving, and connect the magic of storytelling with real-world STEM concepts. Join us for a journey where every page turned is an opportunity for discovery!