Nothing in life is so complicated that it cannot be
achieved by discipline and hard work.
Summer may be months away, but now is the time to think about how your child will
spend the time off. Look at some of the opportunities available here in Pittsburgh.
Scientific and Technical
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute
June 13- August 5
Rising 10th 11th and 12th grade students
The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI) Academy provides 10th 11th and 12th grade
students with eight weeks of research-focused didactic and experiential learning at seven locations.
Scholars will work on their own research project in a dedicated research mentor's laboratory. At the
end of the program, scholars will be asked to present their projects as an oral presentation and in a
poster session. Participating scholars will also learn important skills to help prepare them for success
in college and in their future careers in science and medicine.
Apply online www.upci.upmc.edu/UPCIAcademy
Leap @ CMU
June 20 - August 5
High school and middle school
Leap@CMU 2016 (formerly Andrew's Leap) is a summer enrichment program run by the Carnegie
Mellon School of Computer Science since 1991. All local area high school students (and occasional
middle school students) are encouraged to APPLY!
Through special classes and guest faculty presentations, students discover the exciting and vast
possibilities of computer science. Students LEAP ahead ten years in their understanding as they are
exposed to the frontiers of computer science research.
Students interact with notable scientists, visit cool, leading-edge local companies and dive into their
own projects. They emerge with a vivid overview of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon.
Apply online www.upci.upmc.edu/UPCIAcademy
Carnegie Mellon Academic Resource Center Summer Programs
for Diversity
Summer Academy for Math and Science
June 25 - August 6, 2016
Must be 16 Years or older
If you're entering your senior year of high school and are considering careers in engineering, science
and other math-based disciplines, you may be interested in SAMS: The Summer Academy for
Mathematics and Science. Consider spending six weeks in our rigorous summer program focusing on
technical areas of study. You'll build academic and personal skills required for admission to
competitive colleges and universities and take part in fun and exciting summer activities. You must be
16 years old to participate in the SAMS program.
Learn more at http://admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/summer-programs-for-diversity
Summer Programs for High School Students at Pitt
Health Career and Research Exploration
There are a number of exciting opportunities, described in detail at
http://www.healthdiversity.pitt.edu/programs/k-12summerprograms.php
412 Build: Empowering tomorrow’s entrepreneurs, makers and
leaders
June 27 –July 8/ July 11 – August 19
16-18 years old
412Build is a free eight-week summer program in Pittsburgh, PA that teaches students ages 16-18
entrepreneurship and maker skills. Students develop, design, prototype, build, brand, market and sell
products of their own creation by partnering with local retailers. Students earn a program stipend and
keep all profits from the sale of their products.
Learn more at 412build.org
Eisenman Materials Camp
July 31- August 5
Rising Junior and Seniors
This is a camp that utilizes hands-on learning principles of applied math and science to provide a
unique team0based, intensive problem solving science experience under the direction of a
distinguished world-class faculty.
Apply online at www.asmfoundation.org , or https:// www.surveymonkey.com/r/D2ZCFQR
Investing Now
University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering
July
Rising 8th Grade students.
Pre-college and undergraduate diversity programs at the Swanson School of Engineering are designed
to assist historically underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics
(STEM). These programs promote and support academic excellence through advising, tutoring,
mentoring, workshops, summer enrichment programs and parental involvement. This program
provides a supportive conduit for studnets to prepare for, enroll and graduate from the University of
Pittsburgh as STEM majors.
Learn more at www.engineering.pitt.edu/InvestingNow
The Arts
Carnegie Mellon Academic Resource Center Summer Programs for Diversity
June 25 - August 6, 2016
16 to 18 years old
If you’re interested in spending the summer deepening your understanding of, and skills in,
Architecture OR Drama OR Music OR Art and Design, consider the CMARC summer programs.
Learn more at http://admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/summer-programs-for-diversity
Language Study and Travel
Youth Ambassadors Program with South America
July 2 – 27 Tentative
15 to 18 years old
Amizade is proud to announce the Youth Ambassadors Program with South America (YAPSA), a
program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, administered by Amizade.
This exchange program offers a unique opportunity for a diverse group of young people from Bolivia, Peru, and the
United States to travel, learn about another culture, develop their leadership skills, and become empowered to make
positive changes in their communities. Through this program, Amizade and our program partners aim to empower
youth to become integral leaders and decision-makers in their communities and to gain a clear understanding that the
power to impact positive change in their communities lies within each of them. The guiding goal of the YAPSA
Program is to build individual and collective leadership, critical and analytic problem-solving, and teamwork for youth
to see themselves as agents of change and to become actively involved in community service and civic life. Participants
will develop leadership and social entrepreneurship skills, explore themes of environmental protection, and promote
collective action to contribute to and participate in advancing positive systemic changes in their communities.
The Youth Ambassadors Program with South America will include 2 exchange programs, the first program, in July
2016, will be the Youth Ambassadors from Western Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia traveling to Peru and
Bolivia. This will be followed by the South American Youth Ambassadors from Bolivia and Peru traveling to the United
States in September.
Apply online at https://amizade.org/program/yapsa/
Other Resources
Carnegie Library Summer Camp List
http://www.carnegielibrary.org/teens/fun/summercamps.cfm