Wednesday, March 17, 2004
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Wednesday, March 17, 2004 |
| Deadline is Monday to sign up early for summer’s Camp Invention Camp Invention, a nationally recognized creativity and science camp, is coming to East Fayette Elementary July 12-16. The camp’s hands-on curriculum gives children a chance to let their inventive juices flow and their imaginations run wild. “We are very pleased to host Camp Invention. It truly provides an enriching experience that combines learning with lots and lots of fun,” said Louis Robinson, the school’s principal. Camp Invention is designed to promote inventive thinking, creativity and teamwork by providing children with hands-on activities in fun-filled modules. In “Planet Zak,” campers use creative problem solving to get back to earth after crash-landing on an imaginary planet. In “I Can Invent,” campers disassemble old machinery and use the parts to make their own invention. They learn about safety in ”Spills and Chills,” making safety devices for cars, skateboards and even an egg. In “SOS: Suddenly Shipwrecked,” they explore a deserted island to learn more about its inhabitants. And in “AMAZing Games,” they enjoy high-energy recreational activities. Camp Invention is for children entering grades 2-6 in the fall. Camp hours are from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Registration received by March 15 is $179. From March 16 through May 31 registration increases to $199. A $10 late fee is added after that. The fee includes a T-shirt and snacks. Registration is limited to 110 children. Camp Invention is a project of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a nonprot center for creativity, in Akron, Ohio. In 2004 it will be held in partnership with approximately 600 schools nationwide. Articles about the camp’s innovative curriculum have been featured in more than 20 national education publications and on CNNfs Student News. For more information, visit www.campinvention.org or call East Fayette Elementary at 770-460-3565. Call 1-800-968-4332 to register. Registration will not be handled through the school.
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