Round Rock ISD

Campers use creative and collaborative skills to design a mission patch, train like an astronaut, and solve real-world engineering problems using spinoff technology, just like NASA astronauts working together on a mission. They propose answers to questions like "How could space suit cooling tubes be used to solve a problem here on Earth? How could robotic arms help make our world a better place?” Then, they create a storyboard and presentation to share their spinoff project and work on their science communication skills. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@madscienceaustin.com For more information about this company, please visit madscienceaustin.com

Join a team of camper engineers and build bridges, domes, cubes and pyramids. Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, and simple machines. Experiment with a day of crazy and cool chemical reactions and discover dissection with owl pellets as you learn about birds and beasts. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@madscienceaustin.com For more information about this company, please visit madscienceaustin.com

Become a Mad Science secret spy and take a fascinating journey into the world of detection, forensics, and classified information. Learn code language to send secret messages as part of your mission. Take home projects include a detective kit, spy glasses and more! Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@madscienceaustin.com For more information about this company, please visit madscienceaustin.com

Hey Future Filmmakers! Bring your ideas to life and create incredible videos! In this hands-on camp, you'll learn the essentials of scriptwriting, filming, and editing as you turn your vision into reality. Unleash your creativity and go from Script-to-Screen! By the end of the camp, each student will have completed their own short video project to share and showcase! Camp highlights include: Storyboarding: Plan your video visually, organizing scenes and transitions to tell your story. Scriptwriting: Write your own script, learning how to craft dialogue and structure a story. Filming: Gain hands-on experience with cameras and filming techniques. Editing: Learn how to edit footage, add music, and create a polished final product. This camp offers a fun, creative environment where students can experiment with video production and develop valuable skills for storytelling! Needed Supplies: Bring your District Chromebook For questions about this specific class, please contact tish.saliani@gmail.com

Step into the adventure of a lifetime with The Jungle Mystery! This interactive summer camp is perfect for elementary students who love exploring, solving puzzles, and performing. Campers will work together to unravel a thrilling story as they follow a mysterious map that leads to hidden treasure deep in the jungle. Along the way, they’ll encounter hilarious jungle creatures, overcome exciting challenges, and crack clever riddles. Throughout the week, kids will develop their creativity, teamwork, and confidence as they prepare to act out this unique story in a play. The camp will culminate in a grand showcase where family and friends are invited to watch the campers bring The Jungle Mystery to life on stage. Join us for a week of laughter, learning, and unforgettable adventures in the jungle! For questions about this specific class, please contact plantingseedstutoring@gmail.com For more information about this company, please visit plantingseedstutoring.com

Turn your baking dreams into a real-life pop-up shop! In this camp, you’ll bake delicious treats, design an eye-catching display, and showcase your creations. On the last day, invite your family to step into your shop and taste your perfected masterpieces. It’s all about creativity and showing off your skills in the sweetest way! For questions about this specific class, please contact jessi@nerdycooks.org For more information about this company, please visit NerdyCooks.org

Learn to play chess like a pro while designing your very own personalized chess set! In Design & Play, campers will dive into the fundamentals of chess, practicing strategies, tactics, and classic moves to strengthen their game. This camp is perfect for beginners and young chess enthusiasts ready to explore the world of strategy, problem-solving, and friendly competition. Alongside daily chess lessons and friendly matches, campers will tap into their creativity to design a custom chessboard and unique pieces, making each set as unique as its creator. With engaging challenges and mini-tournaments, students will develop focus, critical thinking, and sportsmanship. By the end of camp, each camper will have a deeper understanding of chess, improved gameplay, and a one-of-a-kind chess set to showcase their new skills. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact Northaustin@compuchild.com For more information about this company, please visit compuchild.com

Unleash your creativity and get your hands dirty in this exciting ceramics camp! This fun, hands-on experience introduces young artists to the world of clay, where they'll learn to mold, shape, and craft their very own masterpieces. Campers will explore basic handbuilding techniques while having the freedom to create both functional and imaginative pieces. Camp Highlights: Handbuilding Techniques - Learn the fundamentals of ceramics with techniques like pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction. Tool Exploration - Use a variety of fun tools to texture, carve, and decorate your pieces, adding personal flair to each creation. Artistic Creations - Craft a range of unique items, from practical bowls and cups to one-of-a-kind sculptures. Firing and Glazing - Watch your artwork come to life as it’s fired and glazed, resulting in vibrant, polished pieces ready to take home. This camp fosters creativity, self-expression, and teamwork, all while developing fine motor skills and an appreciation for the arts. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your imagination and a sense of adventure! At the end of the camp, students will proudly take home their handmade, personalized clay masterpieces. For questions about this specific class, please contact brooke_hurlbut@roundrockisd.org

Greetings, adventurers! I am your Game Master, Mr. Mike, and welcome to an introductory course into the world of Dungeons and Dragons^™ . Join me as a group of adventurers where imagination and your teamwork are your biggest tools, (as well as a little luck), in going on a quest to save the fate of your school! As a Game Master of 10 years, I will guide players through a creative adventure in a world of challenges, puzzles, and encounters. What to Expect: Imaginative Storytelling: As the Game Master (me!), I will describe the environment, characters, and situations while you and your fellow players interact and build the story together. Collaborative Gameplay: You’ll work as a team to solve problems, navigate obstacles, and create memorable moments. Everyone plays a vital role in shaping the adventure. Outdoor Challenges: I will have a series of challenges ready to simulate each of the core Stats (Strength, Dexterity, and intelligence, for example) and how they can be seen and used in real life. . What You’ll Learn and Experience: Teamwork and Communication: Dungeons & Dragons is all about collaboration. Players will interact with one another, fostering friendship and teamwork. Problem-Solving Skills: Encountering challenges is a huge part of the adventure. Players will work together to find solutions and think critically. Imagination and Creativity: The game encourages creative thinking as players invent their characters and shape the narrative. Light Math Practice: Expect to use simple math skills like addition and subtraction during gameplay, helping develop quick thinking and math fluency. Physical Activity: The game will include some physical movement, such as carrying a bucket of water over a distance, playing bocce balls for precision practice, , as players act out parts of the adventure. This camp is perfect for anyone looking to improve social skills, get active, and dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Supplies needed: Clothes suitable for some outdoor play, wizard cloak (optional) If anyone is dyslexic, Let me know, I have an alternative character sheet with the dyslexic font and streamlined formatting. For questions about this specific class, please contact Michael.dahms@yahoo.com

Step into a magical world of fairy tales, creativity, and hands-on fun at Enchanted Tales Camp! Each day, we’ll immerse ourselves in a beloved classic, such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, Hansel and Gretel, and Rumpelstiltskin. But the adventure doesn’t stop at storytime! After reading each tale, campers will bring the story to life through a variety of interactive activities designed to spark imagination, build skills, and encourage collaboration. Camp Highlights: Fairy Tale Adventures – Discover a new classic story each day and dive into its magical world. Creative Crafts – Design enchanted castles, magical wands, or jeweled crowns, and more. STEM Explorations – Conduct hands-on experiments like building a beanstalk structure, engineering a rubber band carriage, or creating magic potions. Imaginative Play & Games – Act out favorite scenes, go on treasure hunts, and solve fairy-tale-inspired puzzles. Cooking & Treats – Make gingerbread houses, make Cinderella’s pumpkin treats, or create edible fairy tale scenes. Teamwork & Storytelling – Work together to create and share new fairy tales while fostering a love for reading and creativity. Through literacy-building activities, artistic expression, and hands-on learning, this camp inspires young minds to explore the magic of storytelling in a fun and engaging way. For questions about this specific class, please contact kleinman.hayley@gmail.com

Like to sing? Want to sing better? Glee Singers Camp will provide an opportunity for musical growth and expression in a fun choir experience. Campers will learn fundamental singing techniques, introductory harmony, fun dance routines and stage presence. There will be opportunities to add in personal flare and collaborate in songwriting. We will incorporate a variety of songs from oldies to today's greatest hits a cappella, accompanied by instruments and with backing tracks. Campers will prepare throughout the week for a closing performance on Thursday. No experience necessary. Let your voice be heard! Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@letsrockmusicschool.com For more information about this company, please visit letsrockmusicschool.com

Improv Comedy for Older Elementary - Middle School Kids Sure, Improv Comedy is often hilarious, but there's more to it than witty replies and silly characters. Improv is theatre that emphasizes listening and creating fearlessly through collaboration and that provides new ways to tell old stories. Our curriculum is built around low pressure Improv exercises and games that emphasize finding the funny in what's already there, building trust in oneself and others and developing the confidence to embrace the unexpected. Laughter guaranteed. Performance for families on final day. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact moveyourtale@gmail.com For more information about this company, please visit moveyourtale.com

Explore the world of coding with Python—one of the most accessible programming languages! This camp is perfect for curious students who are eager to learn programming but may have little to no experience. Whether you've dabbled in coding or are completely new to it, this is your chance to dive in! Bring your Chromebook, your creativity, and your enthusiasm for learning, and together, we'll unlock the essential skills needed to start coding. Camp Highlights: Variables: Learn how to store and manipulate data in your programs. Logic: Understand the principles of making decisions in code and how to implement them. Loops: Discover how to repeat actions efficiently in your programs. Create Basic Programs: Put your new knowledge into practice by building simple interactive programs that you can run on your own. By the End of the Camp, You Will: - Have a solid understanding of Python basics. - Be able to write your own basic interactive programs. - Be prepared to explore more advanced programming topics independently. - Get ready to unleash your creativity and start building with code! Needed Supplies: Bring your District Chromebook For questions about this specific class, please contact todd_spillers@roundrockisd.org

In this hands-on camp, students will dive into the world of graphic design by exploring the core principles and fundamentals of design. Rather than relying on computer software, campers will work on physical projects that will allow them to experiment with and apply these key concepts. Campers will learn about and practice the five essential design principles: Balance: Discover how to arrange design elements so they work together to create a steady, visually pleasing composition. Hierarchy: Understand how to rank design elements to guide the viewer’s eye and convey the intended message. Repetition: Learn how repeating elements, such as shapes or colors, can bring unity and consistency to a design. Alignment: Gain skills in positioning elements precisely, so they complement and support each other visually. Contrast: Explore how using contrast—through color, size, or shape—can draw attention and emphasize important design components. Through creative hands-on activities, students will gain a strong foundation in graphic design, developing the skills needed to create visually appealing and effective designs. For questions about this specific class, please contact dolores.garcia@roundrockisd.org

Get ready to build, program, and battle at LEGO® Battle Bots! This exhilarating course is perfect for young engineers and LEGO® enthusiasts eager to dive into the world of robotics and competition. In this specialized camp, students will work in teams to design and build motorized battle robots that operate mechanical lifts, drills, ramps, and more. Through practice battles and time reconfiguring their robots, students will design robots capable of overcoming others. New challenges each week! Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact esteamlearninglabs@gmail.com For more information about this company, please visit esteamlearninglabs.com

This course is tailored for budding inventors passionate about bringing their imaginative ideas to life through the power of LEGO®. Participants will embark on a journey to design, build, and program a variety of unique LEGO® inventions, ranging from automated machines to dynamic gadgets. Through hands-on projects, students will enhance their engineering, coding, and problem-solving skills. As they build and test their creations, students will gain insight into the process of invention and innovation, learning how these skills apply not just in the realm of LEGO® but in the real world of technology and design. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact esteamlearninglabs@gmail.com For more information about this company, please visit esteamlearninglabs.com

For our advancing robot engineers, join the elite group of recruits to become a spy-in-training. Agents in training will receive their super-secret mission during each camp and then learn to build and code a robot that will have to move through obstacles to retrieve top-secret documents. They will be challenged to incorporate technology concepts, engineering principles, and programming using the LEGO© robotics Construction Kits. Campers will learn how to break or make codes, learn coding, surveillance techniques, critical thinking, and solve logic puzzles. Each camp has new missions! Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact esteamlearninglabs@gmail.com For more information about this company, please visit esteamlearninglabs.com

Come learn to rock! Beginner campers will learn to play basic chords and beats, learn to play in time and as a band, learn some recording techniques, and have fun. Campers who already play an instrument will improve their skill and learn how to play as a band. No musical experience required. Drums, guitar, bass guitar, and keyboard will be provided. Campers are welcome to bring their own instruments, including other kinds of instruments which we will incorporate. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@letsrockmusicschool.com For more information about this company, please visit letsrockmusicschool.com

Discover space travel as you prep your “egg-stronaut” for flight and build your very own flying orbiter. Discover your scientific passion by exploring life, earth and physical science. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact info@madscienceaustin.com For more information about this company, please visit madscienceaustin.com

Morning: Calling all gamers! Level up your art skills in the ultimate camp where the world of gaming intersects with the creative world of art. We'll explore art concepts from all sorts of video games like Zelda, Mario, Minecraft, and more. Whether you're a Minecraft pro or a gamer at heart, you'll discover new ways to express your creativity and bring your favorite virtual worlds to life! Afternoon: Cooking and science are a match made in...the kitchen! Come join our STEAM camp to explore the many connections between cooking and science, technology, engineering, art and math! We''ll be adding spice, subtracting boredom, and multiplying the fun to create culinary masterpieces. Young chefs will not only create delectable dishes but also conduct experiments with edible ingredients in this fascinating and delicious camp! Registration will close at midnight on the Friday before the camp begins on Monday. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact: nancy@cordovanartschool.com or austintx@stickyfingerscooking.com For more information about this company, please visit: cordovanartschool.com or stickyfingerscooking.com

Morning: Inspired by the adventurous spirit of Moana, young artists will embark on an artistic journey to create vibrant, island-themed artworks. This camp is perfect for kids who love the ocean, adventure, and fun. Afternoon: Ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of baking? From hand pies to zesty lemon tarts and crumbly scones, young chefs will whip up a delicious storm of both sweet and savory treats. Get set for a hands-on adventure that’s as fun as it is tasty—where every recipe is a recipe for success! Let’s make dough rise and let imaginations soar in this delightful baking boot camp! Registration will close on Friday before the camp begins on Monday. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact: nancy@cordovanartschool.com or austintx@stickyfingerscooking.com For more information about this company, please visit: cordovanartschool.com or stickyfingerscooking.com

Morning: Gotta catch them all! Get ready to capture your favorite Pokemon in drawings and paintings! Search the deep caves and ruins to discover where they are hiding. It will be a fun fantasy quests for artists and Pokemon fans alike! Afternoon: Read a great story and create a delicious recipe! Young mind's favorite books will come to life as they cook up our delicious and delectable recipes inspired by these books! Spark imaginations and travel to far-off lands in this fun hands-on literary and culinary experience! Registration will close on Friday before the camp begins on Monday. Students who are participating in a full day camp must bring their own nut-free sack lunch, morning and afternoon snack, and water bottle. For questions about this specific class, please contact: nancy@cordovanartschool.com or austintx@stickyfingerscooking.com For more information about this company, please visit: cordovanartschool.com or stickyfingerscooking.com