OUR PROGRAMS | Eureka Summer Camp

Explore the world this Summer!

Give your child the adventure of a lifetime without leaving town! Our six-week Academic Summer Camp takes young explorers on an exciting journey across the continents, discovering the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of people around the world. Through hands-on activities, engaging lessons, and interactive projects, and guest presentors, campers will:

✨ Travel the Globe – Dive into the wonders of each continent, exploring languages, customs, geography, and famous landmarks.
📚 Learn Through Fun – Participate in creative storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and food experiences from different cultures.
🧠 Boost Academic Skills – Strengthen reading, writing, and critical thinking while learning about global connections.
🌍 Celebrate Diversity – Gain a deeper appreciation for cultures and perspectives from around the world.

Academic Enrichment

Reading and Grammar Skills

Reading activities will focus on letter knowledge, phonic awareness, decoding, fluency and comprehension. Grammar skills will focus on mastering the fundamentals of parts of speech and sentence organization.

Math Skills

Math time will be devoted to promoting a strong sense of numeracy, procedural fluency and abstract thinking. Math drills, games, manipulatives, and word problems will be key tools used in reinforcing essential math skills.

Writing Skills

During Writing class, students will focus on a structure and style approach to develop strong writing skills. They will also focus on punctuation and mechanics by completing daily editing assignments. Although students will be separated by grade levels, all students will acquire a foundational understanding of the writing process.

STEAM, Language, and Leadership

STEAM Lessons and Projects

Eureka kids will have a blast while letting their creative juices flow as they study science and more. STEAM education is an approach to learning that combines Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics for guiding student discovery, discussion, and critical thinking. Each STEAM class includes an engaging lesson designed to help kids learn about the world around them. Classes also include a STEAM activity such as building a bridge, creating an invention prototype, designing and racing balloon cars and of course making slime.

Classical Drawing

This is not your typical arts and crafts class. Our Art instructor is a professional and award-winning artist who has taught at the Cultural Art Center for several years. Students will learn fundamental to advanced drawing techniques of themed subjects that are dear to them. These classes will bring out attention to detail, develop fine motor skills, and enhance analytical skills. Each student will produce realistic frameable works of art.

Public Speaking

This class is designed to help children gain confidence and articulate ideas clearly and effectively. Campers will participate in interactive activities that teach them how to overcome nervousness, use body language effectively, and engage an audience. They will also learn how to organize their thoughts and present them in a logical and coherent way. Each week, campers will practice these skills by presenting on topics that they are interested in.

Leadership Academy (NEW THIS SUMMER!)

Our brand new leadership academy is designed for rising 8th and 9th graders and empowers students to step into their leadership potential through interactive workshops, team challenges, and real world problem solving. Each session will focus on an important aspect of leadership such as effective communication, responsibility, team work, and more. Our primary goal is to help young people discover how they can make a positive impact in school and beyond.

Robotics

Finch robots are coming back to Eureka this Summer. Our classroom set of 15 serves 30 students at a time. These robots bring computer science to life by engaging students with a hands-on representation of their code. Students will engage in fun robotics competitions as they apply critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Advanced Art (NEW THIS SUMMER)

Our new art class is especially created for students who have had prior art instruction, possess strong art skills, and interested in taking their skills to the next level. Students will be digging deeper into the technical aspects of drawing and creating more complex art projects.

Photography (NEW THIS SUMMER)

Unleash your creativity and capture the magic of summer! Our brand-new Photography Class is perfect for campers who love snapping pictures and want to learn the art of photography. Whether you're using a smartphone or a professional camera, our hands-on lessons will cover composition, lighting, and storytelling through photos.

African Drumming (NEW THIS SUMMER)

Get ready to move, groove, and feel the beat in our exciting African Drumming Class! Campers will explore the rich traditions of West African rhythms while learning to play authentic djembe drums. Led by experienced instructors, this hands-on class will teach drumming techniques, group rhythms, and the cultural significance behind the beats.

Personal Development

Fitness Fun

Our morning time will be dedicated to caring for our bodies and preparing mentally for an excellent day. Every Tuesday and Thursday our trained fitness instructor will lead small group fitness classes for the kids. Research shows that movement is note only a gift to our bodies but also helps to alleviate stress and anxiety.

Inspirational Journaling

Journaling is a great way to practice writing skills, but more importantly, it can boost self-esteem and foster an overall positive mental attitude. A couple of mornings per week, students will write positive thoughts to themselves based on provided prompts.

Leadership and Character Development

The Pack Youth character development program will join campers twice a week to equip students with good character tools and practical life skills to face everyday life. These are skills that can apply within their family, academic experience, and peer relationships.