SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
SUMMER FUN
CAMP GUIDE
LOTS OF DIFFERENT CAMPS FOR ALL AGES
Community Education, EMID,
Summer Stipend/$1000 for 1 camp,
Saint Paul Parks & Recreation,
St. Paul Public Library, & Sprockets!!
WEBSITE LINKS:
All found at 
http://summer.spps.org/
www.emid6067.net/summer.html
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
This chart is mainly
for current/incoming
*High School Age*
students.
Go online for
MORE INFO on
younger grades.
Now due: May 18.
Elementary
Middle School
High School
FREE Camps for SPPS!
= National Youth Sports Program at St. Thomas (FREE!)
= EMID Pay It Forward Community Service Tour (FREE! Only 8 spots)
AND OTHER CAMPS for Younger Grades
Saint Paul Parks & Rec
www.stpaul.gov/parks = FUN for ALL AGES!
72 page brochure!
www.startribune.com/campguide/
Jobs, too!
Star Tribune – Summer Camps Guide
Family Times Newspaper
Camp &Summer Program
Directory
MMEP Summer Academic
Enrichment Programs Guide
GREAT info. for everyone!
Minnesota Parent Magazine –
Guide to Summer Camps
+ jobs. Camps need workers!!
http://familytimesmagazine.com/ LOTS of great info.
Pick Summer Camp Guide on the Left Side
www.mncollegeaccess.org/AEG.html
= pdf. Order your FREE copy
OR Visit your school’s CCC, CCRC, or School Counseling Office
Look for Archive February edition for camp guide!
www.clcmn.org/news-events/youth-summer-camp-work-opportunities/
Career Exploration Opportunities
for Youth in the Twin Cities
www.iseek.org/education/steer-career.html
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Over 100 pages long.
GREAT STUFF!
www.mnparent.com/camp
LOW COST Summer CAMPS + Youth JOBS
GREAT DATABASE of Jobs, Volunteering,
Youth Organizations, Summer Programs 
DEADLINES!
www.SprocketsSaintPaul.org
90 page pdf with
LOTS of great stuff!

Check it out!
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
Saint Paul Parks & Rec
2014 SUMMER CAMPS & Classes
Brief description & requirement highlights
THIS LIST = Opportunities mainly for TEENS
Adaptive recreation for students with disabilities ages 14-22.
Artmobile all ages, held at a different location each day, Mon-Fri., on the Eastside, July 7-25 &
FREE to Low Cost programming
www.stpaul.gov/parks
July 28-Aug. 22, both from 1pm-3pm, Just show up! 651-774-5422, www.eastsideartscouncil.org
Includes
Aquatics,
Adaptive Recreation,
Camps,
Teen,
Youth,
Pre-school,
Family classes,
Sports,
and more!
YOUTH CLASSES:
Martial Arts (Judo, Karate, Kung Fu), Outdoor Badminton (Ages 12-15), Safety: Safe Kids
101 (Ages 8+), Self Defense (Ages 5+), Social Skills: Polite Kids 101 (Ages 8+),
Theatre: Actors Studio at Linwood (Ages 11-16). Yoga at Hillcrest (Ages 11-16).
+ Arts/Crafts/Hobbies, Field Trips, Food & Cooking,
Health & Fitness, Music/Dance/Theater and more!
?s – Call #651.266.6400
Fee Assistance Program for Saint Paul Youth
Ages 18 & under! Get form from Rec Center or
Facility. Most Sports/Activities get partial help!
Babysitter’s Training/Red Cross, Ages 11+, $60. CPR/AED Certification - Infant, Child, Adult.
Music Recording at El Rio Vista. 651-789-2500. Thur, 6-8pm
Music Recording at The Teen Zone. 651-558-2391. Mon-Thur, 4pm-7pm, $10/hr. Ages 13-18.
TEEN CLASSES: Arts & Crafts (Ages 13-18), Saint Paul Art Crawl Teen Exhibition April 26,
Speak On It – Teen Open Mic (Ages 13-19), Writing Circle (Ages 13-19), Cooking Eggrolls (Beg.,
Ages 10-18), Cooking: Teen Zone Table (Ages 13-18), Dance: B-Boy/B-Girl Hip Hop (Ages 13-18)
EVENTS: Jump Jam Double Dutch Challenge (Ages 8+) June 16-August 15. Competition: Aug. 16.
CAMPS:
Week of June 16: Archery (Current Gr. 3-12) from June 16-20, Cost: $60, 8:30-10:30am. Biking Camp
(Ages 10-15), Basketball (Ages 9-18), Basketball Skills (Ages 13-16), Tennis: Ages 14-18
Week of June 23: Artist’s Workshop (Ages 10-18), Tennis (14-18)
Week of June 30: Tennis (Ages 14-18)
Week of July 14: Kayak (Ages 8-16)
Week of July 14: Henna Tattoo Art (Ages 12-16), Hip-Hop Dance (Ages 11-15), Biking Camp
(Ages10-15), Basketball (Ages 11-18), Soccer (Ages 4-15)
Week of July 21: All younger ages, Week of July 28:Tennis (Ages 14-18)
Week of August 4: Hip-Hop Dance (Ages 11-15), Hoopmania (Ages 12-17)
Week of August 11: Basketball-Shooting Starts-Girls (Ages 12-16), Sports Conditioning (ages 12-17)
Week of August 18: Sports Conditioning (Ages12-17)
Week of August 25: Dance Camp (Ages 12-17)
TEEN ZONE: Teen Center 1022 Marion St, 651-558-2391, Ages. 13-18, M-F, 3pm-8pm, +
Saint Paul Public Library – Summer Reads Program
Tots – Teens PLUS a Bookmobile! www.sppl.org
Library – AFTER DARK. Watch movies, play
Minecraft, hang out with friends, read books, use
computers. Location: Rice Street Library. Mondays
from 7:30pm-9pm. Call 651-558-2391. Ages 13-18.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Saint Paul, Minnesota
1st & 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-6pm, Dance Room with a stereo and mirrors, Ping
Pong, Foosball, teaching Kitchen, Computer Lab, Lounge for socializing, games,
entertainment center. + Cooking Classes, Leadership Groups, Social Them Movies, Game
Tournaments, Homework Help, + chance to fulfill Community Service Hours.
The Loft Teen Center: Oxford Community Center across from Central HS. 651-644-3311,
270 N. Lexington Pkwy, Open Monday-Thursday from 5:30pm-8:30pm, and Fridays from 2pm-6pm.
Game room: pool tables, video games, jukebox. Lounge w/wide screen TV. Snack bar with hot food.
Deadline
Register Online,
By Mail, by Phone,
or In Person:
www.stpaul.gov/parks
SCHOLARSHIPS/
Fee Assistance!!!
+
FREE
Summer
Food Service
Program for Youth
Ages 18 and under
AT
ALL Rec Centers
+ Phalen Beach
June 12- August 21
Monday-Friday
?s – 651-292-6508
Have a child with a
disability?
Ask 3 weeks in
advance of a
class/activity/sport
and request an
Accommodation!
Deaf/hard of hearing?
Call any rec center
through the 711
voice-relay system
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
Youth Sports Registration  at Rec Centers
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Brief description & requirement highlights
ALL INFO AT 
OR online at www.stpaul.gov/athletics
www.stpaul.gov/parks
“Summer Activity Brochure”
72 pages long!
TEEN GROUPS:
Deadline
FAMILY ACTIVITES: Visit
brochure for ALL events!
Arlington Hills Community
Center GRAND OPENING
Rec Center & Library on
Thurs., May 22 at 10:30am.
www.arlingtonhillscc.org
Palace Tues., 4pm-5:30pm, 651-298-5765, Ages 13-16.
Girls’ Teen Club at Hayden Heights (Ages 12-14) Call 651-298-5716
Global Perspective, Leadership/Advisory, Rampage Flag Football (Ages 13-18) – All at Teen Zone
Call 651-558-2391
Teen Group at North Dale (Ages 13-17). Help plan events/activities for youth. Call 651-558-2329
Teen K-Pop Club at Phalen Rec (Ages 13-17). Social club/Korean Pop Culture. Call 651-793-6600
Teen XPlosion at West Minnehaha (Ages 12-16). Call 651-298-5823
SPNN – Video Creation at The Teen Zone (Ages 13-18). Call 651-558-2391
YMCA – Young Achievers at The Teen Zone (Ages 13-18) + FREE ‘Y” membership. Plus group will
go on an out-of-state college visit. Call 651-558-2391.
Young Boys’ Club at The Teen Zone (Ages 13-14). Call 651-558-2391
Young Men’s Club at The Teen Zone (Ages 15-18). Call 651-558-2391. Tuesdays, 7pm-8pm.
Young Men’s Club at Wilder (Ages 13-18). Mondays, 5:30pm-7pm. Call 651-298-4624.
Young Men’s/Boys’ Club at Conway (Ages 12-17). Mondays from 6-7:30pm. Call 651-501-6343
Young Women’s Club at The Teen Zone (Ages 14-18). Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7pm. Includes team
building activities, arts, crafts and field trips. Call 651-558-2391.
Ping Pong. Paddles/balls provided. Location: Palace,
SAILING: Phalen Lake. Basic: $125/8 sessions. Intermediate: $55/2 sessions. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
Green Time Thursdays 9am 11am, 6/19, 7/17, 8/21
Hidden Falls. Child play
time. 651-632-2455.
OPEN GYM  at Rec Centers. For Ages 13-18.
Basketball, Volleyball, Dodge Ball. MUST show
school ID to participate in program. FREE!
Instructional Badminton for Beginning/Intermediate
West Minnehaha, Tuesdays, 6pm-7pm, $5, Ages 13-18.
Call 651-298-5823
Basketball 3-ON-3 Hazel Park, Wed., 5:30-7:30pm, 651-5016350. Langford, Thur., 5-6:30pm, 651-298-5765. Ages 10-14.
Dodge Ball Langford, Tues., 3:30-5pm, Ages 13-17 and
Mondays, 5-7pm, 651-298-5677. Ages 13-18
El Rio Rec Center Express Fitness Sessions. Classes
are $3 each OR $27.50 for 10 passes OR $50 for 20
passes. Meets Mondays-Fridays. #651-789-2500. For
Ages 13+
On the West Side, 179 Robie St. E, Saint Paul, MN 55107
Saint Paul Getting Fit – Fitness Package offered at
FOR: Ages. 14+. Call 612-884-8519. Sailing terminology, knots, rules, rescues, & sailing.
Basketball League – Harding HS, Ages 13-15  Tuesdays, starting June 17, 6pm-9pm
Call 651-793-3885.
Ages 16-18 Thursdays, starting June 19, 6pm-9pm
Arbor Month Celebration at
Phalen. 9am-2pm. Sat., May
17. Plant trees! 651-793-6600
WaterFest at Phalen Lake
Sat., May 31 from 11am-4pm
651-292-6508
Urban Birding Festival June 6-8.
www.urbanbirdingfestival.org
FAMILY TIME
Phalen Family Night Mon.,
June 16, 6-8pm, 651-793-6600
Gym FAMILY Night – Hazel Park, 651-501-6350, 11 sessions, starts June 16, Mon., 5:30pm-7:30pm
Gym FAMILY Night – Wilder, 651-298-4624, ongoing, June 4, Wed., 6-8pm. Plus games & a meal.
GO ONLINE
for a FULL list
various Rec Centers fitness rooms and walking tracks.
Yearly membership for Saint Paul residents AND adults
who WORK in Saint Paul. Cost: $30/year, or $3/day for
fitness room or $1/day for walking track. Register in
person with Photo ID. Non-City Residents pay $60/year.
Family Overnight Camping June 13-14 at Newell Park, 5:30pm-9am. Cost: $2. 651-298-4393.
Music in the Parks – www.stpaul.gov/index.aspx?nid=1357 BROCHURE with SCHEDULE
Movies in the Parks – http://www.stpaul.gov/index.aspx?nid=3233 Brochure with schedule out soon!
Pick up a Saint Paul
Parks & Rec
Brochure.
Roaming Rec –
Youth Programs from June 9-August 7
Bringing outdoor fun to your neighborhood. FREE Arts & Crafts & organized rec activities. Snacks!
Afternoon sites 1pm-4pm, and Evening sites 5pm-7:30pm. Canceled if rain, thunder, or lightning.
Go to page 6 of guide OR
call 651-292-6508 for sites.
Como High School Night Moves Ages 13-18
Basketball, tennis, weight room, ping pong, volleyball, badminton, and board games.
?s – Call 651-558-2329. http://www.stpaul.gov/parks
JUST SHOW UP!
www.stpaul.gov/parks
Ages 13-15 Tuesdays, starting June 17, 6pm-9pm Ages 16-18Thursdays, starting June 19, 6-9pm
After the first night, additional players will be accepted if roster space is available.
$10/ jersey, $2/spectator
Tues and Thurs 6-9pm, June 11-late July.
Basketball League Harding High School. #651-793-3885.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Family Camp out/Movie Night. Bonfire/light breakfast. July 11-12 at NW Como. Cost: $30. 6pm-8am.
Call to reserve spot 651-298-5813. Provide own tent/camping gear. Jump castle/climbing tower.
OR
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
LOW COST Summer CAMPS
+ Youth JOBS
www.clcmn.org/news-events/youth-summer-camp-work-opportunities/
Saint Paul Public Schools & Univ. of St. Thomas
Cultural, Academic, and Athletic Program
(CAAP) 
National Youth Sports Program
www.summer.spps.org
FREE Transportation, Breakfast & Lunch!
Held at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul
FREE PHYSICALS on May 3 from 9am-noon
Family orientation: June ???, 2014
YOUniversity –
SPPS & Community Education
CLASSES for Future Grades 6-12 in 2014-2015
Locations: Central HS & 1780 W. 7th Street, others.
Register at
http://commed.spps.org/summer_enrichment.html
or #651-487-7383 or drop off at Rondo Ed. Center,
Community Ed. Office, located at 560 Concordia
Ave., red door entrance.
Non-SPPS students may register.
CE.youthprogram@spps.org
Saint Paul Public Schools Community Ed:
Youth and Family Camps & Classes
For: Preschool & Older! Great stuff!
Adults, Seniors, Youth Gymnastics, Driver
Education, Swimming/Aquatics, Youth Programs
http://commed.spps.org/summer_enrichment.html
Guadalupe Alternative Programs
381 East Robie St., St. Paul
Guadalupe Academics and Enrichment –
Current Gr. 8-12.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
For students entering Gr. 1-12. FREE for SPPS students! SPPS students apply at
www.emid6067.net/summer.html Mpls/suburban students: contact your Equity &
Integration Office. Camp runs from 8:30am – 1:35pm. DATES: Gr. 5-11 June 16July 11. Gr. K-5 July 14-Aug. 8. Exciting academic and athletic activities, including
Entrepreneurship (run your own business), business math, computers, health and
nutrition, career choices, & culture. Athletic activities include instruction &
competition in volleyball, track & field, soccer, golf, softball, tennis & more. For an
application, email nysp@stthomas.edu or call #651-962-6499 !!!!! Fax form to:
651-962-6354. Saint Paul Public Schools Students Darren.Ginther@spps.org
www.centerforacademicsandsports.com/NYSP--Registration-.html
Babysitter’s Training: Ages 11 and up 9am-4:00pm, June 18, June 19, or July 16. Cost: $75.
Bicycle Building for Current Gr. 5-11 June 10-13, 9am-1pm, or July 7-11, 1pm-3pm. Cost: $100
+ CURRENT Gr. 5-11: Jewelry Making $120, Ceramics $120, Cooking $110,
Digital Photography $80, Global Beats (African and Cuban Drumming! Drums
provided!) $86, Modern Dance $80, Theatre: Improv $86, Theatre: In Character $86,
Songwriting $120, Advanced Robotics Tetrix Gr. 6-11, $225, Math Games Camp Gr.
4-7, $20, Rock Climbing Ages 6-14, $185, Writing a College Essay Gr. 9-11, $80
AND Lifeguard Training (Ages 15+) $225, Swim Instructor Assistant Training
(Ages 14+) $60.
Aquatics classes, Driver’s Education  Call 651-744-5094,
15%DISCOUNTS + SCHOLARSHIPS available to youth
who qualify for FREE/REDUCED LUNCH!
http://commed.spps.org/uploads/youniversity_flier2014.pdf = BROCHURE
YOUTH PROGRAMS:
Fitness and Safety (self defense, baby sitter training, sports, etc.), Planetarium (see the
stars and planets), Science, Math & Technology (Grossology, Xtreme Science and
Sports Camp, Robotics, etc.), Language and Culture (World Languages, Writing,
Cooking & more). TO REGISTER/SEE THESE OPTIONS:
https://ssl.dwebsite.com/secure2/ce_SPPS/php/public.php?  click Youth
For Scholarship Info., call or email ce.youthprogram@spps.org
http://commed.spps.org/uploads/webpage_upload_camps_classes.pdf YOUTH chart
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
GREAT LIST!
Middle School and
High School Dates:
June 16 – July 11 /
Elementary School
dates: July 14 – Aug. 8
NOW DUE:
MAY 18, 2014
Registration
STARTS
April 1, 2014
Most Classes
get a 10% discount
IF register
April 1-April 15.
www.commed.spps.org
SPPS
Community Education
Classes
June 2 – August 22.
651-487-7383
+ College Readiness, Hands-on Activities, Cultural Programming
Two 12-day sessions, June 16-July 1, July 7-22, from 8:45am-2:15pm.
Earn up to 2 credits each session, as well as earn credits in their summer READING
CLUB. Bus cards provided. To register, contact Lolly at lmayer@gapschool.org
Visit www.gapschool.org 651.222.0757
Register by
June 1 – Session 1
July 8 – Session 2
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
YMCA Twin Cities Summer Camps
In the area + all over MN
YMCA Twin Cities – Teen & Youth
P) 612-230-9622
STUFF TO DO!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities
Brief description & requirement highlights
Ages 4-14, 7-17, 12-18, Family Camps, Full-Day enrichment programs for preschool – Gr. 8.
http://www.ymcatwincities.org/camps/ P) 612-230-9622
Teen Centers, Leadership Development, Leaders Club, Multicultural Achievers,
Counselor in Training program, Youth In Government.
http://www.ymcatwincities.org/youth_programs/teen_and_college_development/
Specialized Programs, Careers & Education. + Conferences, Field Trips, Overnights.
For: Kindergarten thru High School Graduation.
ALL activities are FREE and no child/teen that is unable to pay is turned away!
HOURS: School Year = 2pm-9pm, Mon.-Fri.+ some weekends. SUMMER + school
release days: 8:30am-5:30pm. Locations: Saint Paul (East Side Club, 1620 Ames
Ave., 651-774-5654, Mt. Airy Club, 690 Jackson St., 651-221-0330, West Side
Club, 291 East Belvidere) +North Mpls. and South Mpls.
http://www.boysandgirls.org/contact/
Deadline
+ Child & Youth
Development!
+ College YMCA!
Summer +Year-Round
 Character & Leadership, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, Sports & Recreation,
Phone: 651-726-CLUB (2582)
TOTAL Cost = ONLY $5 per child.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
A safe, positive environment where kids feel they belong.
Summer +
Year-Round fun!
CAREER EXPLORATION – VARIOUS SUBJECTS
Urban 4-H Youth Development
for Youth in Minneapolis, Saint Paul,
and communities in Hennepin & Ramsey Counties
fourh@umn.edu or 1-800-444-4238.
Scholarships for participants!
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/scholarships/
Boy Scouts –
for Ages 7-10, 11-17, & co-ed 14-20
Girl Scouts – for Grades K-12.
1-800-845-0787
St. Paul Community Education:
Arts & Crafts, Physical Fitness, Personal Growth,
Skill Development, Travel, & more!
UPDATED May 9, 2014
EXPLORE: Science, Engineering & Technology (including Robotics & Wildlife
Biology), Citizenship & Leadership, Healthy Living (incl. Clothing & Textiles,
Bicycling, Clothing & Textiles, Food and Nutrition), Animal Science (incl. Dogs,
Horses, Exploring Animals, Veterinary Science), Expressive Arts &
Communication (incl. Photography, Video, Performing Arts, Clowning),
Shooting Sports & Wildlife (incl. Fishing, Wildlife Biology), Family & Consumer
Science (incl. Child & Family Development), Gardening & Agriculture (incl. Lawn
and Landscape Design), Environmental & Earth Science (Forest Resources,
Geology, Entomology, Geospatial) www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/projects/
http://www.scouting.org/
Career Exploration, Camps, Trips, Leadership Skills, Volunteering,
Outdoor Fun.
www.girlscoutsrv.org/girls-families/
Career Exploration, Camps, Trips, Leadership Skills, Volunteering,
Outdoor Fun.
For children, teens, and adults. Outdoor fun, arts, sports, exploring & more!
Check out their MANY opportunities at:
http://commed.spps.org/summer_enrichment.html Some scholarships available!
For:
Kindergarten
through
1 year past
High School
Find local troop online
$15/year. Scholarships
Registration required.
Various locations.
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
Summer Stipend Scholarship Money
for Selected Camps 
SUMMER STIPEND ELIGIBLE – up to
$1000
Most Camps are listed below.
SEE WEBSITE for info on Camps for Grades 3-8
Brief description & requirement highlights
If you qualify for free/reduced lunch and are in grades 7-11 and you have a
‘C’ or better or its equivalent for the latest term in the subject area of interest,
then you can get up to $1000 for 1 camp to help you go to an Approved Summer
Academic Enrichment Camp. See list of camps for Grades 3-11 AT THEIR
WEBSITE www.getreadyforcollege.org/summerenrichment 
Visit CCC/CCRC to get lunch verification form/transcript  mail to camp!
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Summer Stipend
Camps are for
Grades 3-11
Who qualify for
free/reduced lunch
Gr.7-11 need a ‘C’
MULTIPLE SUBJECTS AT A COLLEGE SITE
Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY)
Expand Your Mind Summer Program –
Current Grades 7-11
at Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul
Visit www.mity.org fill out forms ONLINE & then
print & mail
Scholarship Deadline = ASAP – Need 2013 income
info.
(Other programs for Grades 1-4 PLUS
ExplorSchool for Grades 4-6 = SUMMER
STIPEND ELIGILBE up to $1000!)
Cost: $580, or $1500 if you CHOOSE to live
ON CAMPUS.
Plus Extended Day mornings/afternoons.
Minneapolis Community & Technical
College
1 week Career Exploration Camps –
$199 each
SCHOLARSHIP form available for download
at their website.
To register with a credit card, go online.
?s # 612-659-6500 or email
Victoria.Lauing@minneapolis.edu
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Session A = June 16-June 27, 8:30am-4pm.
Algebra/Trig, Chemistry, Electricity and Engineering, Forensics (CSI),
Math/Computer Programming (Games), Physics, All Roads Lead to
Rome (Intro to Latin & to Roman Culture), Creative Writing, The Role of
Diplomacy in International Crisis, Say What?/Speech, Psychology,
Songwriting, Acting, Film Making, Seeing Things with Cameras and
Computers
Session B = July 7- July 18, 8:30am-4pm.
Astrophysics, Energy Explorations and Alternatives, In Pursuit of
Chemical Evidence, Pre-Calculus, A History of Humans &
Microorganisms, Computer Modeling, Beginning Debate, Experimental
Economics, Mock Trial, Psychology, Writing, Architecture,
Improvisational Acting, Musical Theater
Partial Scholarships from MITY available as well. Call 651-696-6590
or go online for form.
For: Ages 13+ and Ages 14+ and meet July 21 or July 25. Meets 9am-3:30pm,
Mon-Fri. with lunch included, + Friday celebration/project show off, get certificate.
For more info, visit:
www.minneapolis.edu/Educational-Programs/Preparing-for-College/Camps
Architecture, Construction Electricity, HVAC-R & Solar
Energy, Culinary (cooking), Digital Filmmaking,
Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Web Design,
Welding, Healthcare without the Blood and Guts,
+ Aviation Careers, Robotics & Coding.
Summer Stipend
Eligible
NO DEADLINE to
apply but scholarship
money is limited so
apply ASAP!
Held AT
Macalester College
Corner of
Snelling Ave and
Grand Ave
In Saint Paul, MN
REGISTRATION
AND WAIVER
FORM REQUIRED
2 weeks prior to camp
or later if NOT full.
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SUMMER FUN 2014
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Program
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Youth & Community Programs for AGES 5-15
(Examples
Clay Animation, Digital Filmmaking, Glass & Fire,
Cartooning, Leadership Challenge, Metal Arts,
Math, STEM, Engineering, Science & You, Tennis,
Flag Football, Rock Climbing, Self Defense, Vet
Careers: Horses & More, World of Wildlife, etc.)
University of Minnesota
http://www.k12.umn.edu/
Opportunities for Youth k-12 at the U +
Educator Resources and Opportunities!
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
June 9 – Aug 22, Monday-Friday, based at Saint Paul Campus, 7:30am – 5:30pm.
Go to http://recwell.umn.edu/youth/summer.php ypsummer@umn.edu
or call #612-625-2242.
Cost: $214 - $339 each. ALL CAMPS INCLUDE indoor rock climbing, indoor
swimming, organized recreational games, themes & projects, a state of the art
playground, outdoor games, quality arts and crafts, & campus exploration adjusted to
the age of the participants. SCHOLARSHIPS Due: Feb. 28.
$10 non-refundable payment due at registration. Call/email to get on interest list for
potential assistance. http://recwell.umn.edu/youth/scholarship.php = Scholarship
Form! These camps also qualify for child care reimbursement, flex spending
accounts, & tax credits. Tax ID #/proof of amount paid is on receipt.
Scholarship deadline:
February 28 at
4:00pm After that,
if funds are still
available.
Athletics, arts and
academics. Great
stuff!
Bell Museum Summer Discovery Day Camp, Big Back Yard Youth Science Center,
BRAVO Summer String and Keyboard Institute, Exploring Careers in Engineering &
Physical Science, STEM Camps for American Indian students, Gopher Dairy Camps,
MN Landscape Arboretum Summer Day Camps, Music Theatre at Minnesota,
Technology Day Camp, U of M Summer Youth (Sports) Programs.
Various deadlines
For Pre-School through
High School!!
Fun at OTHER U of M
Campuses, too!
MULTIPLE SUBJECTS – held at area schools
Create Something Great  For ages 4-14.
www.fsmn.org  Saint Paul, MN
#651-621-8941
Friends School of Minnesota
1365 Englewood Ave.
Mounds Park Academy
Summer Youth Classes
2051 Larpenteur Ave. E., Saint Paul, MN 55109
Call 651-777-2555 or 651-748-5571
?s –Email Kirsten
kmulraney@moundsparkacademy.org
The Blake School – Summer at Blake
Classes from Pre-K to 12th Grade. #952-988-3463
UPDATED May 9, 2014
June 16-July 18, multiple week sessions. Meet Monday – Friday. Register by March
28 for best choices! Visual art, performing arts, writing, science, reading, math,
recreation & community service. Each class is $100-$300. Can take as many classes
as you like. Need-based scholarships of up to one-half of tuition are available
through the school + up to $1000 through Summer Stipend program
(current grades 3-9 only)
Gr. 9-12: Digital Art - Drawing and Painting in Photoshop from July 14-18, 10am1pm + Critique Day on July 21 from 10am-1pm.
Grades K-8. Academics, Athletics, the Arts. About $90 for every 1.5 hour class.
June 16-20, June 23-27, and Aug. 11-15.
+ Camp Invention STEM camp for current gr. K-5,
+1 Middle School Adventure Week June 23-27.
Academic, artistic, & athletic camps & courses. summer@blakeschool.org
http://www.blakeschool.org/summeratblake/index.aspx Costs: $100 to $1500 each.
Summer stipend
eligible &
HALF scholarship, too!
Summer stipend
eligible
Grades 3-11
Minneapolis, Hopkins
and Wayzata campuses
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Program
St. Paul Academy & Summit School
Summer Programs
Sharpen your writing and critical thinking skills.
www.spa.edu –
Click Summer Programs 2014 on the right
Sports camps, too!
OTHER classes for elementary & middle
Brief description & requirement highlights
Debate Institute: July 21-25, 9am-4pm, Cost: $400. For: current Gr. 8-11. No
experience necessary.
Summer Leadership Institute: June 23-27, 9am-2pm, bring own lunch, Cost: $379,
For: current Gr. 9-11.
Writing/Harry Potter June 16-20, 9:00am-noon, Cost: $159. For current Gr. 5-11.
Writing the College Admission Essay – June 16-20, 9am-11:30am, Cost: $219. For
current 11 only.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
NO Scholarships
available for 2014
camps.
MULTIPLE SUBJECTS – For Students with Disabilities
Groves Academy – \
?s re: Summer Classes 
beanc@grovesacademy.org
Morning Reading/Spelling, Writing, Math for Gr. 2-8, June 16-July 11,
9am-noon. $1925.
Afternoon classes for Gr. 2-8: keyboarding, sports, books, arts/crafts, adventure,
science.
Before and After School Care for Gr. 2-8 (7:30am-9am /3:30pm-5pm). $60.
Gr. 9-12 Classes: Algebra Readiness, Study Skills +Assistive Technology, Writing
Strategies, Project Based Learning Wood Shop & Business Operations (9am-3pm).
$400-$425 each.
Plus A.C.T. test prep ($1295 for small group OR $115 per hour for private instruction).
Documentation
required.
$35 application fee.
Parent workshops,
Community workshops,
Teacher training,
Diagnostic testing,
Academic tutoring, &
more!
MN Life College Pre-Orientation Program. 
Learn how to Utilize Disability Services
& Request Accommodations For current Gr. 10-12
$1500. For students with learning differences, ADHD, or autism spectrum disorders.
August 2-August 7, 2014. Email Karen kkirchner@minnesotalifecollege.org
Held at Gustavus Adolphus College. www.gustavus.edu/camps/preorientation
Learn how to manage
college life/socialize.
Camps nestled among the forests & lakes of
MN serving children & adults
with disabilities.
Camp Courage, Camp Friendship, Camp Eden Wood, Camp Courage North
and Camp New Hope. Visit www.truefriends.org
1-866-520-0504 or 320-963-3121 Email: info@truefriends.org
Saint Paul Parks & Rec
Arts/Crafts/Hobbies, Field Trips, Food & Cooking,
Health & Fitness, Music/Dance/Theater & more!
Summer Classes for Future Gr. 2-12
Students with Learning Disabilities and/or
ADHD
LOCATION: 3200 Highway 100 South, St. Louis Park, MN
Phone: 952-920-6377
www.grovesacademy.org
2014 SUMMER
CAMPS & Classes
Adaptive recreation for students with disabilities ages 14-22.
Have a child with a disability?
Ask 3 weeks in advance
FREE to Low Cost programming
www.stpaul.gov/parks
of a class or activity or a sport and request an Accommodation!
?s – Call #651.266.6400
Deaf/hard of hearing?
Call any rec center through the 711 voice-relay system
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Volunteer, too!
Register Online,
By Mail, by Phone,
or In Person:
www.stpaul.gov/parks
SCHOLARSHIPS/
Fee Assistance!!!
72-page brochure =
Online or at local
Recreation Center
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LOW COST Summer CAMPS +
Youth JOBS
www.clcmn.org/news-events/youth-summer-camp-work-opportunities/
Neighborhood House – FREE –
Summer Camps for Teens Ages 1218/Grades 7-12. STARTS June 16 – Aug. 22
held at 179 Robie St. E, Saint Paul, 55117.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:30pm-5:30pm. Free meal will be available during
program. Each week will have a different theme and MOST weeks will include field
trips. 20 SPOTS. To register, contact their Teen Program Coordinator, Ilse Griffin, at
651.789.2527 or igriffin@neighb.org Hmong & Spanish Language contact: Yer Lor,
Teen Outreach Program Facilitator, 651.789.2552, ylor@neighb.org
Summer Camps start June 16, 2014.
FOR FLYER and INFO, go online to
http://sprocketssaintpaul.org/program-finder/teen-summer-camps
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
GREAT LIST!
ANIMALS, VETERINARY MEDICINE
Minnesota Zoo Summer Camps
#952.431.9320
www.mnzoo.org
For Toddler, & Pre-K thru Gr. 12
Animal Humane Society Unleashed
animal-themed week-long Summer Camps
for CURRENT Gr. 2-9
Meets Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm
http://mnzoo.org/education/camps/summer-zoo-camp/zoo-camp-scholarships/ Scholarships!
75% need-based scholarships are available, as funds allow. One scholarship
per person may be awarded annually (once per calendar year). +Autism Camp
$25 - $270 each + a trip
to the Florida Keys!
For Ages 8-18. http://mnzoo.org/education/camps/summer-zoo-camp/zoo-camp-ausm/
Animal-related educational activities, animal interactions, visits from special
guests, one full-day field trip, etc. Completing service projects to benefit the
animals of Animal Humane Society. $300 (NO scholarships). Includes: five
full days of camp, plus all field trips, activities, materials, a daily snack, and a
camp T-shirt. Campers are required to bring a bag lunch each day.
www.animalhumanesociety.org/unleashed/unleashed-summer-camp
Space is limited, and
many sessions fill up
quickly.
Register EARLY!
Animal Volunteering
Animal Humane Society www.animalhumanesociety.org/help/volunteer 763-432-4833 Feline Rescue
www.felinerescue.org 651-642-5900, Pet Haven, Inc. www.pethavenmn.org 952-831-3825
Como Zoo ComoVolunteers@ci.stpaul.mn.us
www.comozooconservatory.org/support/volunteer/#/volunteer-opportunities 651-487-8252
VOLUNTEERING
Century Animal Clinic – Job Shadowing
Call: 651-731-9024. Location: 839 Century Ave N, Maplewood, MN 55119
Also = an Explorer Post Site in the future: http://join.explorenow.org
Ask for Dr. Carol Evans.
University of Minnesota –Vet Camp
Gr. 9-12
University of Minnesota –
VETERINARY SCHOOL
Info. Sessions &Tours
U of M-TC Scrubs, Gloves & Microscopes
UPDATED May 9, 2014
http://www.cvm.umn.edu/education/prospective/vetcamp/home.html
Check for schedule.
FOR: Any prospective Vet School student (High School, College, & those looking to return to
school or change careers). HELD ONCE A MONTH from 3:15pm-4:30pm. REGISTER: Call
#612-624-4747 www.cvm.umn.edu/education/prospective/visitcontactus/home.html
Call today about
the next
Info Seminar!
www.healthcareers.umn.edu/
Click “For High School Students” Look for session
On VETERINARY
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Saint Paul, Minnesota
Brief description & requirement highlights
Deadline
ART, ARCHITECTURE
www.mnartists.org/ 
Info on Arts Organizations + JOBS!
For Current Gr. 9-11  MUST BE interested in:
Art, Design, Engineering or Architecture.
Meets 10am - 4pm each day.
August 4-8. Hands-on workshop at Weisman for 30 students. Study architecture and
design a scale model with professional architects, engineers and designers from the U
of M at the Weisman. Supplies included.
To apply & to request a scholarship, go online to
http://wam.umn.edu/forms#teen-architecture-workshop
?s - contact Jamee at jtyung@umn.edu or 612-625-9656. Cost: $200 ($50 if cancel)
Minneapolis Community & Technical
College
1 week Career Exploration Camps –
Architecture For: Ages 13+ from July 21-215. Meets 9am-3:30pm, Mon-Fri.
with lunch included, + Friday celebration/project show off, get certificate.
www.minneapolis.edu/Educational-Programs/Preparing-for-College/Camps
$199 each. SCHOLARSHIP form available.
To register with a credit card, go online.
?s # 612-659-6500 or email Victoria.Lauing@minneapolis.edu
Weisman Art Museum Teen Architecture
Workshop at University of Minnesota –
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
SUMMER ARTS CAMP
At Intermedia Arts – info@IntermediaArts.org
2822 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis.
612-871-4444
Film & Media, Literary Arts, Performing Arts,
Visual Arts
Interviews Late April. Decisions by May 16.
NEW! SUMMER ARTS INSTITUTES
FOR TEENS! At Intermedia Arts –
R U a Change Maker?
info@IntermediaArts.org 612-871-4444
2822 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis.
NEW! Courageous Hearts –
FREE!
Summer camps at The heART Center
4164 Cedar Ave.
Mpls, MN 55407
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Summer stipend
eligible.
DEADLINE: June 4.
REGISTRATION
AND WAIVER
FORM REQUIRED
2 weeks prior to camp
or later if NOT full.
R U a Change Maker? An intensive 3-week arts and leadership experience for youth
ages 11-19. July 7-24, 9:30am – 4pm, Mondays – Thursdays.
Household Income-Based Sliding Scale Tuition.
Learn: Aerosol & Graffiti Art, Theater & Spoken Word, the Elements of Hip Hop,
and Film & Video. You will also learn about the practice of creative community
building from alumni of Intermedia Arts' renowned Creative Community Leadership
Institute. At the end of the camp, you will create and perform a multi-media piece
that weaves together these vital arts-based approaches to community issues.
http://intermediaarts.org/Creative-Leadership-Summer-Arts-Camp
Due: April 25, 2014
Mon-Thurs, July 7-24, 9:30am-4pmHousehold Income-Based Sliding Scale Tuition
Register by June 13.
Summer Hip Hop Institute: July 7-10,
Summer Graffiti Institute: July 14-17
Summer Film Institute: July 21-24
http://www.intermediaarts.org/Creative-Leadership-Summer-Arts-Camp
Open to ALL 10-18 year olds. Four topics (Monday-Thursday) are offered each
session and typically last 8-10 weeks. Fridays DURING the SCHOOL YEAR = dropin OPEN studio time! SUMMER OPEN studio time = June Mon/Wed/Fridays from
1pm-4pm. Text @hearts101 to 612-260-6617. Summer Sessions: June 30-Aug. 22
from 2pm-4pm. Mondays: Earthy Art, Tuesdays: Dyeing to Weave, Wednesdays:
Qigong, Thursdays: Intuitive Painting. WORKSHOPS: Intuitive Writing from 9am
– noon, Aug. 4-8. Finder’s Keepers (trash to treasure) from 9am-noon, Aug. 11-15.
?s – call #612-729-2483 http://www.courageous-hearts.org/out-of-school-time.html
MUST commit to
all 3 weeks.
ONLY 20 spots!
Payment is
due
June 20.
Free access to all sorts
of art supplies.
Enjoy the process of
creating art!
FREE!
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Program
Oscar Howe Summer Art InstituteUniversity of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD.
For: Grades 10-12 with a demonstrated interest in
the visual arts and American Indian Culture.
Walker Art Center - Teen Programs
#612-375-7600
Minneapolis Institute of Arts –
12 month JOB for Teens  ART TEAM
MEMBER Work from June 2014 – May 2015
www.artsmia.org/jobs
miajobs@artsmia.org
(612) 870-3014 & Rated T@MIA teen
programs
Minneapolis College of Art & Design
?s Call 612-874-3765
http://mcad.edu/pre-college precollege@mcad.edu
Applications materials must be received by April
17.
(Teen Studio = about $730
NOT Summer Stipend eligible)
(Shorter programs for ages 5-18, go to 
www.mcad.edu/youth )
Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership
Program (GGAL)
For Ages 14-22. 
Summer at 1610 Hubbard Ave. St. Paul.
?s – Call Mysee at 651-646-3268 or
mysee@womenofwise.org
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
DATES: June 8-June 20, 2014. FREE art workshops for a group of 20 talented high
school art students to learn more about CONTEMPORARY Native American Fine
Arts with a focus on Native American culture, history and traditions. All courses are
taught by impressive professional artists and all accepted students attend free of
charge, including meals, housing, instruction and art supplies. TO apply, provide
Registration Form, Letter of Reference, Portfolio of Artwork, consisting of 15 images
of the student's artwork. Contact art@usd.edu or 1-605-677-5636, or go to
www.usd.edu/fine-arts/art/summer-art-institute.cfm
Art, Film, Events & more! http://blogs.walkerart.org/teens/
Check them out on facebook, twitter, etc
JOBS (+ Teen Programs) FOR Ages 14-18. Help with Family & Teen
events. Design, promote, host, assist in art studios, etc. MUST be available to
work all Family Days (the second Sunday of each month), Thursday
afternoons 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., and some Saturday afternoons or evenings. Able
to lift up to 25 lbs.
To apply: send a cover letter and a resume or complete and employment
application. Email, mail, fax or drop application off
For: Ages 16-18/current Gr. 10-12. July 13-Aug. 2. 3-week, residential,
Pre-College Summer Expressions Classes. Earn 3 college credits. $3,200 & MCAD
scholarships. Classes: Comic Art, Digital Photography, Graphic Design or Painting.
Scholarship applicants submit: Portfolio of artwork, transcript, recommendation.
+ 1-week Teen Studio Intensives: Digital Photo/Filmmaking, Drawing/Painting,
Graphic Design/Illustration
SCHOLARSHIPS for shorter programs
http://mcad.edu/sites/default/files/mcad_syp_scholarship_0.pdf
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
DEADLINE:
March 1, 2014.
In Minneapolis
Deadline for Arts
Member Jobs:
Thursday,
May 15, 2014
Summer Stipend
eligible
Application fee: $25
Received by
April 17.
FREE! THEME: Identity Exploration through Art
FOR: Immigrant & refugee girls, & girls who are the children of immigrants or
refugees. Mondays-Thursdays, 2:30pm-5:30pm in Saint Paul at Hancock Rec
Center/The Canvas. Field trips PLUS celebrate identity and culture. Learn about
identity development through different art processes like dance, theater, creative
writing, and cinematography. Snacks/warm meal provided. $ for travel.
www.womenofwise.org
JUST Call or Email
Mysee to Sign Up!
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Program
Center for Hmong Arts and Talent
(CHAT)
Art Saves Us –
FREE Art Camps
FOR Hmong youth Ages 8-19.
www.aboutchat.org/programs/art-saves-us/ 
For application and info
CANVAS = Youth-run arts-based teen center
by Hamline Univ. FOR YOUTH AGES 13-19.
FREE!! On Bus line 84 (Bus 67 is close)
canvas651@gmail.com
Shell Lake Arts Center
in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
info@shelllakeartscenter.org
www.shelllakeartscenter.org/
SCHOLARSHIPS first come, first served basis
Received by May 1.
Must have financial need. #715-468-2414
Juxtaposition Arts –
FOR THOSE in NORTH MPLS ONLY.
at 2007 Emerson Ave. North, Minneapolis
MEETS: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for 12
weeks with sessions in Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer
MEDIA UNIVERSITY = advertising camp
Offered by the College of Media at the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
for two weeks in the summer.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
After school and summer art classes for youth, with formalized instruction in a
casual atmosphere. Art classes change each semester but have included
choir, hip-hop, dance, video-poetry, book making, scrap-booking, mask making,
ceramics, puppet making, textiles/sewing, painting and creative drama.
Meets once a week for 12-15 weeks. FREE transportation for those who qualify
within St. Paul. http://www.aboutchat.org/
Develop a sense of identity, community and discipline through creative selfexpression. Each class culminates with a public showcase where youth perform
and/or present to family, friends and community.
Independent workspace, workshops and seminars in the arts, as well as discussion
and events around other issues important to young people. Plus Mural Workshop,
COLLAB LAB, Monthly Open Mic from 6pm-8pm last Thursday of the month,
F10 PHOTO CLUB, Writing Circle, &Art Field Trips, Plus Dance Space.
Meets: Mon.-Thurs, 3:30pm-8:00pm, at Hancock Rec Center,1610 Hubbard Ave.
in Saint Paul. https://www.facebook.com/canvas651
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Get involved: Contact
fres@aboutchat.org
or call 651-356-9169
651-298-4393
+ Teen Art Show at the Saint Paul Art Crawl  April 25-27
Jazz Ensemble & Combo, Extreme Strings, Jazz Improvisation & Combo Camp, High School
Wind Ensemble, Piano, Middle School Concert Band, Rock Band Camp, Show Choir, Film
Making, Painting and Drawing with Imagination, Extreme Pottery, Dance
Intensive, Guitar and Bass Workshop, Trombone workshop, Music Theatre, Trumpet
Workshop, Saxophone Workshop, Adventures in Creativity/Multi-Media Art. Extra $35 fee,
Film, Music Theatre, & Art Courses:
 Cost: $520 by March 1, $565 AFTER March 1, IF living there.
Must apply for a camp by
MAY 1 in order to be
considered for
SCHOLARSHIPS. Enter
online to win a
FULL Scholarship!
For: Ages 8-21 with an interest in or experience with CREATIVE and VISUAL ARTS.
Receive mentoring and training. Work alongside professional artists to build your skills. Bus
passes provided. SUMMER SESSION: June 24-August 14. AGES 14 & older  APPLY for
a PAID INTERNSHIP in one of the four social enterprise labs upon completion of V.A.L.T.
& a portfolio review. To apply, call 612-588-1158, April@juxtaposition.org or go to
www.juxtapositionarts.org/programs/applynow
Application OPENS: May
1, 2014.
Deadline: Ongoing
North Minneapolis
students only.
Dates: June 16-27. Current Gr. 9-11. Hands-on learning activities. Work on a
real project; interact with Univ. of Illinois faculty, ad agencies and clients,
journalists, and media personnel; and learn from current UI students. At the
end of the program, students will present their projects to their clients, parents
and the public at a graduation ceremony. Cost: $1970 + $20 application fee.
SCHOLARSHIPS Due: 3:00 PM CST on May 12. (Need-based and Meritbased for under-represented students. Must be a US Citizen, 3.0unweighted
GPA or higher.) http://experience.media.illinois.edu/mediauniversity/
Application Deadline:
EXTENDED to
May 12, 2014.
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Brief description & requirement highlights
Aviation Careers camp at MCTC. SEE PAGE 6, above!
AVIATION
Minnesota Aviation Career Education
MN Tuition: $575. Out of state: $675. Live on campus June 22-28 or July 20-26 in
the Twin Cities. http://www.mnacecamp.org/
FOR: Current Gr. 9-11
$50 application or $0, if make a request.
Great tours and trips!
www.mnacecamp.org/Contact-Us.html
= Way to contact them
Gustavus Institute of High Altitude
and Ballooning – NEW
(Science/Tech based camp)
507.933.7486
Current Grades 9-11
kkracht@gustavus.edu
http://gustavus.edu/camps/ballooning
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
www.spacecamp.com/ = cool!
Learn about piloting, air traffic control, engineering, military, etc.
Get classroom instruction, go on lots of tours, and even get to fly different
types of aircraft (including single-engine planes, helicopters and gliders.)
Apply by April 12 =
$50 early discount.
Based at: 934th Air Force Reserve Base at MSP International Airport.
Full scholarships – Must create a personal statement explaining why you need one
(see application Q. #5) AND fill out form.
Due: May 16, 2014
June 22-28. Gain valuable hands-on experience with electronics, programming
microcomputers to collect data from a variety of sensors, building payloads,
Received by June 1
using a variety of cameras, planning flight paths, and flying balloons.
Or
Received by June 15.
An intro to the electronics and programming skills needed to collect and
FULL payment due:
analyze data from the spacecraft, + explore scientific concepts from pressure,
temperature and volume to cosmic radiation. Cost: $750 by June 1, $850 by June Aug.
15. 3, 2014.
$100 deposit due when registering. Remaining balance due Aug. 3.
BUSINESS/FINANCE/ACCOUNTING
Minnesota Business Venture
mbv@bestprep.org
 For current grades 9-12.
Spend 1 week on a college campus.
FULL scholarships
if qualify for Free/Reduced lunch.
Personal Finance Summer Institute
for College Readiness
Held at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
For Metro Area students currently in Gr. 9-11.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Learn about: how to run your own company, leadership, planning,
communication, responsibility, money management, etc.
St. Cloud State = July 13-18, St. John’s = July 27-Aug. 1, 2014.
Early bird rate: $150, After 4/18 = $200.
Transportation help to the Camp. Full Scholarships if on Free/Reduced lunch!
Apply today! www.bestprep.org/programs/minnesota-business-venture/
FREE! June 23-27.
EARN $125 upon completion! Hands-on activities, guest speakers from local
corporations, field trips (including to 3 colleges). Breakfast/lunch and bus passes
provided. Learn more about paying for college, debt, savings, and credit.
Visit CCC or www.mcee.umn.edu
Application, parent/guardian consent form, 2 reference names. mcee@umn.edu
Summer stipend
eligible
Up to $1000
?s – 763-233-6325
Open until FULL.
Priority:
Received before
May 15, 2014.
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Program
Accounting Career Awareness
Program –
For minority high school students
currently in grades 9-11
Email them at acap@nabamn.org
Gopher Business Camp
at the University of MinnesotaTwin Cities Carlson School of Management –
FREE!
For current 10th and 11th grade students.
# 612-624-3313
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Brief description & requirement highlights
Deadline
FREE! Live at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities July 14 – July 19, 2014.
Hands-on activities, tours of major corporations, learn accounting, finance,
marketing, business management, & more. Learn from professional business leaders.
SUBMIT: Application, Transcript, brief essay of at least 400 words about why you
should be considered for this free camp, plus at least 2 recommendations.
Applications in CCC and at http://www.nabamn.org/acap.html
Priority
RECEIVED Deadline:
April 25, 2014
FINAL Deadline:
May 23, 2014
July 19-26. Live on campus at the U of M-TC. Typically have 3.4 GPA, strong math
and science coursework, demonstrated leadership and involvement.
www.carlsonschool.umn.edu/gopherbusiness Apply online only.
Learn about business & businesses, be mentored and receive a monetary stipend.
For high potential students.
Received deadline of
April 4, 2014.
CHESS CAMP
Chess Camp at St. Olaf College –
For: Youth/Adult players of different strengths,
levels of experience.
?s - summer@stolaf.edu
1-507-786-3042 or 1-800-726-6523
$100 non-refundable deposit.
Full payment due: June 1. Refund, minus $100,
if cancel by June 13.
OleChess Camp: July 20-25. Chess Exploration: $665, Intensive Study: $795
(Advanced Youth, Advanced Adult, Fundamental Adult). Parents/guardians
can share in their child’s experience as Chesscorts ($50), Seminar: How to be
a Good Chess Parent ($20), Chess Basics Class: FREE. Evening lecture series:
$25/$30. Warm up tournament: July 19, Chess Basics Class: Sunday
afternoon. Adult camper housing: $60. $50 discount off of camp tuition if
commute. www.stolaf.edu/conferences/camps/chesscamp/
Summer stipend
eligible
Payment in full due:
June 1.
DEBATE, SPEECH
Minnesota Urban Debate League
Summer Institute
For: Ages 13-18 at Augsburg College in
Minneapolis.
3 meals/day or just lunch & dinner, + snacks and
materials.
http://www.augsburg.edu/camps/
SCHOLARSHIPS available  Due: April 15.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
July 7-July 12 The Art of Persuasion: Intro. to High School Speech & Argumentation
(Lincoln Douglas, Public Forum, & Classic Debaters):
On Campus: $550, Commute: $350 (no meals), $430 (2 meals)
June 21 – July 12 = 3 week High School Camp. Live On Campus: $1710-$1850, Commute: $975-$1350
June 21 – July 5 = 2 week High School Camp. Live On Campus: $1260-$1350, Commute: $760-$1000.
Note: $200 deposit due during registration, remainder due the first day of camp.
June 16-20 = 1 week Middle School Camp from 9am-5pm. Cost: $225, or $200 if register by May 7
Scholarships available for ALL camps  email Mai Yer at vangmy@augsburg.edu or call 612-330-1730
Summer Stipend contact: Amy Cram Helwich, cramhe@augsburg.edu
FRL proof/transcript: Due March 21
Summer stipend
eligible up to $1000 &
due March 21, 2014.
OTHER scholarship
Application
due: April 15
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Program
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Summer Speech Institute
+ Extra 2 day Champions Extension - $325
https://gustavus.edu/camps/ssi/
(Junior High Camp July 13-16, Summer Stipend)
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Public Forum Debate Institute
Brief description & requirement highlights
Grades 9-11. July 19-26. Live at Gustavus in the dorms.
Must have a minimum of one year competitive speech experience.
First 150 applicants accepted. Cost: $775 by June 1 (early), $825 by June 15 (regular).
You may pay an initial $125 DEPOSIT, but then you must pay the remaining balance
by JULY 19, 2014
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Summer stipend
eligible.
Summer stipend
eligible
https://gustavus.edu/camps/publicforum/
Grades 8-11. July 12-18. Live at Gustavus in dorms. Cost: $550 by June 1 (early),
$600 by June 15 (regular). You may pay an initial $100 DEPOSIT, but then you must
pay the remaining balance by July 12.
Gustavus Adolphus College
Congressional Debate Institute
Grades 8-11. July 27-Aug. 2. Live at Gustavus in dorms.
Cost: $750 by June 1 (early), $850 By June 15 (regular).
You may pay an initial $125 DEPOSIT. Remaining balance due by August 3.
NOT summer stipend
Eligible.
ENVIRONMENTAL, OUTDOORS, CAMPING, and
Conservation
For Minneapolis and St. Paul students ages 13-18. FREE! Includes a 2-3 day
canoe-camping trip along the St. Croix River, an adventure field trip, community
service hours, & a special farewell on the last night. Team building, leadership
development, fishing, arts & crafts, basketball, soccer and more!
Go to www.youthcaremn.org for a 2014 application. ?s – Call # 612-338-1233.
One week sessions (Crew Week), two week sessions (Veteran Crew) or a 10 week
Leadership Training Program (Junior Counselors and Counselors in Training).
Girls only &
Boys only weeks.
Only 1 Co-ed week.
Throughout the year, additional environmental education and outdoor
recreation opportunities are provided for members at the organization’s
Voyageur Environmental Center in Mound.
http://www.boysandgirls.org/whoweare/
651-726-CLUB
(2582)
Camp Sunrise – FREE!
camprecruiter@youthcaremn.org
Multicultural outdoor fun & adventure.
Gain Community Service/Volunteer hours!
Help preserve the St. Croix Scenic Riverway
Meet new people. Have fun!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities
FOR: K-after 12th grade.
FREE!
YMCA Twin Cities –
http://www.ymcatwincities.org/camps/ymca_teen_wilderness/
Teen Wilderness Camps
Outdoor adventures for Ages 12-18.
Campers start in base camp then head out on canoeing, backpacking and rock
climbing trips. Sessions range from 8 days to 1 month or more.
YMCA of Greater Twin Cities –
BOLD GOLD Program
Boys or Girls Outdoor Leadership
Development in Boundary Waters Canoe Area
(Northern MN)
boldgold@ymcatwincities.org #651-645-6605.
Develop skills in leadership, decision making, community building, and
friendship. Gain the tools, confidence and experience to better cope and face
life’s challenges. NO prior camping or canoeing experience is required.
Equipment provided: bring boots and rain gear. $50 deposit when register.
5-day sessions Cost: $475. June 21-25, July 13-17, July 21-25, Aug. 10-14.
8-day sessions Cost: $750. July 27-Aug. 3, Aug. 16-23.
IF applying for financial aid (scholarship) – Pay only $25 deposit!
www.ymcatwincities.org/youth_programs/teen_and_college_development/leadership/boldgold/
UPDATED May 9, 2014
SCHOLARSHIPS!
Sessions include:
Food, lodging, canoe
trip, AND round-trip
transportation
TO and FROM
the Twin Cities!
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Program
Minnesota Conservation Corps –
Youth Outdoors Fall 2014 JOBS
Fall program: September 2 - November 11
Tues. 3:30-6 p.m., Thurs. 3:30-7 p.m.,
Sat. 8 .am.-3:30 p.m. (with three Saturdays off)
Hollis Emery hollis@conservationcorps.org
Minnesota Conservation Corps –
Brief description & requirement highlights
For Saint Paul, Ramsey County and Minneapolis high school students,
ages 15 to 18, from households at or below 80 percent of the city’s median
income. 75% of projects focus on natural resources and 25% on community
service. Weekly activities include science and environmental education and
conservation projects. Saint Paul Youth work at Rec Centers during school
year. Youth earn $7.25/hour (12 hours per week), receive a snack on shorter
work days and lunch on Saturdays and gain valuable life skills.
http://www.conservationcorps.org/youth-outdoors ?s – Call #651-209-9900 x23
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Due: August ?, 2014
Can
APPLY NOW
for Fall Job!
4 weeks TRAVEL to various sites throughout MN and the region.
NOT home on weekends. Work 8:30am to5pm Monday- Friday.
June 14-July 12 or July 19-Aug.16 = for $200/week PLUS FREE ROOM & BOARD
(lodging + food). Deaf/Hard of Hearing students welcome!
Do conservation & service learning projects. ?s – call 651-209-9900 ext. 27
Nights and weekends are often spent hiking, canoeing, & learning
Deadline:
The Student Conservation Association –
https://www.thesca.org/serve/youth-programs Locations all over the country!
National Service for Ages 15-19 & Ages 18+
Local, Regional, National, Leadership Crews. Summer, short term, long term, + Internships!
Deadline has passed
National Crews
Wilderness Inquiry
Supported Programs List at  www.wildernessinquiry.org/programs/ Urban
Wilderness Canoe Adventures, Canoemobile, Project FIT, Gateway to Adventure,
African Service Safaris. FINANCIAL AID application: UWCA@wildernessinquiry.org
www.wildernessinquiry.org/financial-aid/ #612-676-9400.
Summer Youth Corps  Summer 2014
JOBS
For Youth Ages 15-18 only
(from MN or any other bordering state)
www.conservationcorps.org = link to application
jonathan@conservationcorps.org
CANOE, hike, explore. MN, U.S., & Int’l trips. Join
a group, + school groups, families, women, & for
people with disabilities
Voyaguer Outward Bound – National & MN
FOR: Youth (starting at age 12), teens and adults.
(MN Base Camp location = Ely, MN)
Challenge, adventure and teamwork combine to
create an ideal platform for building character and
teaching leadership. Simply put, Outward Bound
courses change lives.
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center:
Junior Naturalist Camps – For Current Gr 9-11.
#1-218-353-7414 or #1-800-523-2733
mail@wolf-ridge.org
UPDATED May 9, 2014
LOCAL MN trips: www.VOBS.org 651-292-1062,
jreynolds@outwardbond.org Course activities include rock climbing, sea kayaking,
backpacking, mountaineering, canyoneering, skiing and snowboarding, sailing, dog
sledding, canoeing and whitewater rafting. Learn through experience, compassion,
leadership and responsibility to both your community and the environment. Courses
range in length from 4 days to three months. Some scholarships and financial aid may
be available. NATIONAL OFFICE: www.outwardbound.org (866) 467-7651,
April 17, 2014
Year-Round and
Summer Trips!
Includes 28-day
Intercept course for
struggling teens.
LIFE CHANGING!
info@outwardbound.org Scholarships.
Click “Programs”
Choose between 2 sessions (Cost: $1,340 each): 2-week Quetico Canoe Trip (July 1326) OR 2-week Apostle Islands Sea Kayak Trip (August 3-16). Wolf Ridge
scholarships + $1000 summer stipend eligible. Transportation = $175 but can be
covered by scholarship. http://wolf-ridge.org/camp/junior-naturalists/
Summer stipend
eligible.
+ up to 50% off
W-R Scholarships
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Program
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center:
High School Science Ecology Credit Camp $2000
For Current Grades 9-11
State’s Summer Stipend $ ALSO helps with camps
for:
Current Gr. 3 & 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8, and 9, 10, & 11. 
www.wolf-ridge.org
Costs range from: $165 to $2675
www.getreadyforcollege.org/SummerEnrichment.org
Concordia Language Villages
Summer Camps (also year-round)
1, 2, and 4 week camps in Bemidji, MN.
Can earn 1 year of high school language credit in
just 4 weeks!
www.ConcordiaLanguageVillage.org
Arabic, Chinese, Danish, Finnish, French,
German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian,
Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, English.
Brief description & requirement highlights
July l3-August 9. Freshwater Ecology and Environmental Ethics. College credits for
Gr. 10 & 11, High school elective science credits as well. Conservation and research
projects with professionals, 5-day trip to Boundary Waters Canoe Area, 3-day
backpacking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. Study the health of an aquatic
ecosystem by performing physical, chemical, and biological tests. Learn about the
geology of the area. A $150 non-refundable deposit is required EVEN IF you are
applying for a SCHOLARSHIP. There are scholarships through Wolf Ridge PLUS
$1000 through Summer Stipend  jenny.bushmaker@wolf-ridge.org
1-218-353-7414 ext.110 http://wolf-ridge.org/camp/eco-credit/
Wolf Ridge = 66 miles north of Duluth.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Summer stipend
eligible
Transportation =
$175 but this
can be covered by a
scholarship.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Latin – www.mity.org
Current grades 1-11. 1 week, 2 week, and for high school credit (4 week) camps.
Live up north. 15 languages to choose from. Levels are from beginning to advanced.
Costs: $895 to $5,175 (LESS for Family Camp). Scholarships available, but there is a
REQUIRED tuition deposit of $125, $175, or $300, depending on length of camp.
Even scholarship students must submit a registration deposit with their application.
You must include a deposit when you register. Passport Scholarship Application
Summer stipend
eligible.
Process: Everyone fills out a form. It cannot be faxed!
?s –1-800-222-4750, ext. 80
scholshp@cord.edu
PASSPORT
SCHOLARSHIP
PRIORITY
Due Feb. 28
www.concordialanguagevillages.org/newsite/Registration/scholarships1.php
JOURNALISM, FILM MAKING, PHOTOGRAPHY, +ART
NEW! SUMMER ARTS INSTITUTES
FOR TEENS! At Intermedia Arts –
Mon-Thurs, July 7-24, 9:30am-4pmHousehold Income-Based Sliding Scale Tuition
info@IntermediaArts.org 612-871-4444
2822 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis.
Summer Film Institute: July 21-24
FOR: Current 10th- 12th graders.
Century College Video Production
Immersion Camp
Meals included. MUST attend BOTH days.
FREE! 18 spots. CREATE A MUSIC VIDEO! PLUS use the latest HD video
equipment, lights, etc., and learn the Apple Final Cut Pro X digital workflow!
Meets on Wednesday, July 16 – Thursday, July 17 AT College College on
their East Campus, 9am – 9pm.Visit the CCC for an application form, or call
651-779-5530, or email mike.eddy@century.edu
NEW!
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Summer Hip Hop Institute: July 7-10,
Summer Graffiti Institute: July 14-17
http://www.intermediaarts.org/Creative-Leadership-Summer-Arts-Camp
Register by June 13.
Payment is
due
June 20.
DUE: Friday,
July 11
Century = 20 minutes
north of Harding
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Program
YOUTH MEDIA RESOURCES
(from SPNN website)
ThreeSixty – FREE! (worth $2500)
Summer Journalism Workshop –
University of St. Thomas
Print & podcasting, Photography, graphics &
design, or Video & broadcast
Short answer essay questions, References
2 Samples of Writing or Visual Work
www.threesixtyjournalism.org
651-962-5269 info@threesixtyjournalism.org
Brief description & requirement highlights
a GREAT list of opportunities http://spnn.org/node/6977
+ OTHER Youth Media Organizations at Twin Cities Youth Media Network 
www.tcymn.org (links to The Walker, TV by Girls, etc.)
Intermediate Camp for grades 9-12 with some journalism experience
= June 15 – June 27. Cost: $900
LIVE at The University of St. Thomas.
FREE/REDUCED LUNCH students = FULL scholarship
Introduction to Journalism Camp for grades 8-11
= July 7-July 24, 9:30am – 3:30pm. Cost: $200
Bus cards, lunches provided. Free/Reduced Lunch Students = FULL scholarship
Write newspaper stories for publication, tape and produce mock television and/or
produce radio broadcasts. Work with writers, photographers, artists and editors from
the Pioneer Press, Star Tribune, plus reporters, producers from local stations.
http://www.threesixtyjournalism.org/resources = scholarships, other cool stuff!
Digital Filmmaking, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Web Design
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network (SPNN)
Paid Internship
Paid summer intern program where Saint Paul high school students work with
mentors and each other to make meaningful media about community issues.
Hands-on media production experience. No previous experience required.
Camera operation, interviewing, and digital editing through the production of
documentaries. $ cash stipend. ?s - Email Kevin Kalla at kalla@spnn.org
Apply to www.stpaul.gov/RightTrack and SELECT SPNN.
If apply, they will contact your for an interview. www.spnn.org/youth
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network (SPNN)
Youth Programming
http://spnn.org/youth/youth-opportunities
?s - Ask Pinky Lor, Harding Senior 
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Deadline
Opportunities!
Check this out!
For students in grades 8-12 interested in the world of communications.
Minneapolis Community & Technical
College
1 week Career Exploration Camps
Youth Intern Program – grades 8-11.
July 8, 2014-Aug. 21, 2014
Commit to 4 hours a day Tuesday-Thursday.
Bus passes provided.
?s – Kevin Kalla at 651-361-8141
Saint Paul, Minnesota
www.minneapolis.edu/Educational-Programs/Preparing-for-College/Camps
Cost: $199 each. SCHOALRSHIPS. FOR: Ages 13 & older.
YOUTH OPEN LAB every Monday from 3pm – 6pm. Make a media project of your
choice: Video, photography, music, animation. It’s up to you!
SET IT UP - teen-produced TV show exploring issues affecting teens in St. Paul. For
each episode, the crew selects a topic that they want to explore in a magazine-style
show. Each crew member or team of crew members then produces a segment related
to that topic. Get to know new people and learn a new skill set while exploring your
community. Apply in the Fall of 2014.
Summer stipend
eligible.
Apply by:
May 2, 2014
(May be extended until
FULL)
See Page 6
for full description.
Must live in Saint Paul
& Apply through
Right Track (old
Youth Job Corps)
first. DUE:
March 14, 2014!
To volunteer OR join,
email
Nicola Pine at
pine@spnn.org
651-298-8903
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Program
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
SUMMER ARTS CAMP
At Intermedia Arts – info@IntermediaArts.org
2822 Lyndale Ave. South, Mpls 612-871-4444
Film & Media, Literary Arts, Performing Arts,
Visual Arts
Interviews Late April. Decisions by May 16.
Household Income-Based Sliding Scale Tuition.
Independent Film & Photography
Minnesota (IFP – MN)
For: Ages 11-17.
http://www.ifpmn.org/summer-youth-camps
651-644-1912
If join IFP as a member, get 25% discount on
classes.
If register LATE for a class, pay a $10 fee.
Shell Lake Arts Center in
Shell Lake, Wisconsin
www.shelllakeartscenter.org/
info@shelllakeartscenter.org
SCHOLARSHIPS first come, first served basis
Received by May 1.
Must have financial need. #715-468-2414
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
An intensive 3-week arts and leadership experience for youth ages 11-19.
July 7-24, 9:30am – 4pm, Mondays – Thursdays. R U a Change Maker?
Learn: Aerosol & Graffiti art, Theater & Spoken Word, the Elements of
Hip Hop, and Film & Video. You will also learn about the practice of creative
community building from alumni of Intermedia Arts' renowned Creative
Community Leadership Institute. At the end of the camp, you will create and
Perform a multi-media piece that weaves together these vital arts-based approaches
to community issues. More info and an application 
http://intermediaarts.org/Creative-Leadership-Summer-Arts-Camp =
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Due: April 25, 2014
MUST commit to
all 3 weeks.
ONLY 20 spots!
Summer camps = June through August. ALL summer classes meet
Monday – Friday and Cost $225 EACH.
2014 Camps: Screenwriting Boot Camp June 9-13, 1-5pm, ages 14-17, Fantastic
Photography (SLR) June 23-27, 1-5pm, ages 12-17, Short Cuts Camp June 16-20,
1-5pm, ages 11-15, Short Cuts Camp #2 July 28-Aug. 1, 1-5pm, ages 11-15, The
Art of the Music Video July 14-18, 1-5pm, ages 13-17, Documentary Camp July 2125, 1-5pm, ages 13-17, Animation Camp Aug. 4-8, 1pm-5pm, Ages 12-17,
Narrative Filmmaking(fictional storytelling) Aug. 11-15, 1-5pm, Ages 13-17.
Some scholarships are available. Go to http://ifpmn.org/scholarships to apply.
PLUS Juice Media – after school video production program for YOUTH. FREE
TRANSPORATION if you are from SPPS & Minneapolis Public Schools. Meets
3-5pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays through the school year. 3rd session runs
from April 8 – May 22. ?s- dwarner@ifpmn.org
PLUS Club Media Attend or screen a short film or clip of a work-in-progress. 56pm Social Hour, 6-7 pm screening/discussion. $5 for pizza. Meets EVERY 2nd
FRIDAY of the month. Email dwarner@ifpmn.org
Jazz Ensemble & Combo, Extreme Strings, Jazz Improvisation & Combo Camp, High School
Wind Ensemble, Piano, Middle School Concert Band, Rock Band Camp, Show Choir,
Film Making, Painting and Drawing with Imagination,
Extreme Pottery, Dance Intensive, Guitar and Bass Workshop, Trombone workshop, Music
Theatre, Trumpet Workshop, Saxophone Workshop, Adventures in Creativity/Multi-Media
Art. Extra $35 fee, Film, Music Theatre, & Art Courses:
 Cost: $520 by March 1, $565 AFTER March 1,
IF living there.
Located at 2446
University Ave. West.,
Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN
Apply by the class
DEADLINE.
SCHOOL YEAR
AND
SUMMER FUN!
Must apply for a camp by
MAY 1 in order to be
considered for
SCHOLARSHIPS.
Enter online to win a
FULL Scholarship!
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
LAW, LAW ENFORCEMENT
Just the Beginning – A Pipeline Organization
For Current Gr. 8-11. FREE! At University of Minnesota Law School in Minneapolis,
MN. June 9-June 13, 2014.
Intro to the legal system, careers in law. Work with judges, lawyers, & law students
on legal reasoning, case analysis, writing, negotiation, & oral argument exercises.
PLUS college/financial aid advice. Send application, statement of interest (tell them
about yourself & why you would like to participate in this camp), your transcript,
letter of recommendation. Breakfast, lunch, and bus passes provided!
FOR FUTURE LAWYERS! 
Early enrollment
Deadline:
May 1, 2014
OR UNTIL FULL.
EMAIL LAURA for
application!
FREE! Learn about Law School, the Legal Profession/Being a Lawyer.
Go to Washington, D.C.
July 12-20, 2014. $50 non-refundable application fee, but fee waivers granted if have
financial need. You MAY also be required to pay for transportation to D.C.
Do not let this discourage you! May apply online OR by paper. 2 essays, 2 letters of
recommendation, official high school transcript and $50 OR fee waiver form. Apply
at: http://www.hnbf.org/programs-partnerships/future-latino-leaders-law-camp/
Due: March 15, 2014
William Mitchell College of Law –
Future in Learning Law Gr. 9-12.
Cost: $25, but SCHOLARSHIPS are available
Suspended for 2014. Meet lawyers, law students, professors & other legal professionals. Bus
tokens, snacks. Visit courtrooms
http://web.wmitchell.edu/diversity/see-yourself-at-mitchell/future-in-learning-law/
SUSPENDED
for 2014.
SUSPENDED FOR 2014.
Minnesota State Patrol High School Summer Camp
?s - Sgt. Chris Krajsa (651) 757-1905
Christine.Krajsa@state.mn.us
www.mntrooper.com for other opportunities
 2014-2015 School Year Opportunity:
Join a MN State Patrol Explorer Post. For ages 14-20. Ride alongs, wear similar
uniforms, train in bomb threat response, crash investigation, crime scene search, fire
arms, hostage negotiation, traffic stops, crime scene search, and more. MEETS
SUNDAYS from 3pm-6pm in Roseville. Patrol.Explorer@state.mn.us
SUSPENDED
for 2014.
MEDICAL CAREERS EXPLORATION, NURSING
MCTC – Healthcare
without the Blood & Guts!
See PAGE 6
www.jtbf.org
SUMMER LEGAL INSTITUTE
Only 50 spots.
Commuter/Day Camp only.
Laura Ramsey, lramsey@jtbf.org312-258-4868.
*SPPS-You are ALLOWED to either miss
Monday, June 9 of CAMP OR miss Mon., June 9
of SCHOOL (tell your school!)
2014 Future Latino Leaders Law Camp –
current Gr. 9-12
For: 30 Hispanic high school students
from around the nation.
Must have interest in helping your community and
building your leadership skills. OTHER info
www.hnbf.org/scholarships/
www.HealthCareers.umn.edu/events/
= great info on Healthcare Careers!
Code U  U of M Health Careers Center
Interactive, online workshop and accompanying
planning guide. Think through the process of
planning for college, learn how to choose a college,
and how best to prepare for a health career.
Minnesota’s Future Doctors =Support Program
To help you get into or succeed in medical school.
Sponsor: University of Minnesota Medical School
UPDATED May 9, 2014
www.CareerCornerStone.org= GREAT info on Engineering & HealthCare!
Learn about health careers. Learn about yourself and for which health professions you
might be best suited. Get advice from college students who are planning on a health
profession. Get answers to your questions. Learn how to approach selecting a college
that is a good fit. Learn what to do and what NOT to do. Learn how to achieve your
dream. www.healthcareers.umn.edu/events/ Click “Info For High School Students”
For College Students of Color or College Students from a Rural Community, 3.2
College GPA, Economically Challenged. www.meded.umn.edu/futuredocs/
Last year’s deadline:
July 6, 2013
FREE!
ONLINE any time!
Check out the DEMO!
Must have attended a
Minnesota High
School
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Healthcare Career Exploration Seminars – at
FREE! NEXT TOPIC: Careers in Child Life May 19, from 11am – 2pm.
Minneapolis campus. TO REGISTER: email them at
HCEP.Office@childrensmn.org 651-220-6190
Directions to either campus, parking info., and more at:
http://www.childrensmn.org/about-us/careers/healthcare-career-exploration-programs
Must
Pre-Register!
Audiology, Biomedical Engineering, Genetic Counseling, Human
Resources, Lab Materials Management, Nursing, Occupational Therapy,
Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy,
Speech Language Pathology. MUST be 16 years old and COMPLETED junior
Observations are
limited to one day, for a
maximum of 8 hours.
Students may not
observe the same
discipline more than
once, or observe more
than once in one
semester.
Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota.
FOR: High School students who are at least 16
years of age and have completed their JUNIOR year
of high school, OR College students, OR Adults
Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of MN
Healthcare Career Exploration
Observer Programs
Applications will be accepted
from the 5th-10th of each month
to plan for the following month
(i.e., Jan. 5-10 application period for February).
Email Notification by the 30th of each month
Camp United –
Volunteer & explore Health Care Careers
At United Hospital FREE! Apply EARLY!
SUMMER Volunteer Program - 651-241-8644
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Summer Institute of Nursing
year, or a college student or an adult. This is a HANDS-OFF experience.
www.childrensmn.org/about-us/careers/healthcare-career-exploration-programs
Deadline
+ Career Exploration
JOB
For: Youth ages 14-17. Spend two weeks at United Hospital volunteering, helping patients,
MONDAY- FRIDAY
& learning about health care career options. Plus free parking or 1 way bus pass, & a meal
For 2 WEEKS from
credit each day. Six 2-week sessions 9am-4pm. Must commit to all 10 days.
www.allinahealth.org/ahs/united.nsf/page/camp_united
GO ONLINE.
9am – 4pm.
Explore nursing (hospital, community-based, rural, leadership roles in nursing and
working with diverse populations), Practice hands-on nursing skills with a human
patient simulator, meet healthcare professionals and learn about other healthcare
careers, meet Gustavus nursing students and learn how to apply to nursing school,
EARN CPR CERTIFICATION.
$100 deposit due when you register, & the balance is due June 22
Please keep in touch with Lynnea Myers. #1-507-933-6127. $100 will be refunded to
you IF get summer stipend – You must get verification of Free/Reduced Lunch status
+ Transcript & mail to camp ASAP.
Summer Stipend
eligible.
Dinner banquet on the
last day, June 26
Cost: $15 per person
for friends and family.
FOR: Gr. 8-11
July 7- July 11 from 8:00am – 5:00pm
(this is a DAY CAMP).
Register/Request Scholarship/Pay $30 by MAY 1.
Cost: $430. ?s – contact them at scrubscamp@augsburg.edu or at 612-359-6486.
SOME scholarships are available. Fun field trips, games, movies.
http://www.healthforceminnesota.org/Programs/K-12-Outreach/
All applicants owe a non-refundable $30 fee. Scholarships for: $400. Act fast!
You will not be living there. Bus cards.
Summer stipend
eligible.
Full payment
due May 30.
Scrubs Camp at Winona State University
Grades 8-11 only. ?s - #507-474-3900.
June 22-June 27. Learn about health-related careers, participate in hands-on
healthcare, and live on campus at WSU. Cost is $475. $450 scholarships.
SOLD OUT. Waitlist.
Live ON CAMPUS. June 22 - June 26, 2014.
https://gustavus.edu/camps/nursing/ ?s lmyers@gustavus.edu
Registration received by June 15: Cost $595
Register received by June 22: Cost: $650
Apply ONLINE or by PAPER.
 $100 deposit REQUIRED.
Urban Scrubs Camp – at Augsburg College
www.healthforceminnesota.org/Programs/K-12-Outreach/ camps@winona.edu
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Summer Stipend
eligible Space
limited.
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Program
Saint Paul Scrubs Camp –
at Saint Paul College
For: current Gr. 8-11,
Register/Request Scholarship by MAY 1.
July 21-24 from 9:00am-5:00pm
(this is a DAY CAMP)
Janell.Westveer@saintpaul.edu Call 651-846-1786
Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota
SUMMER Volunteering –
Must be 14 years old by May 1. APPLY ASAP!
Immunization record DUE: 5pm MAY 1.
Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare
Saint Paul, MN
Ages 15 – 17. IF you are 18 or older, apply for ADULT
program
Volunteer Summers ONLY from mid-June through mid-Aug.
Brief description & requirement highlights
Cost $325 + non-refundable $30 processing fee ($355 total).
Plus OTHER scholarships for $325, owe $30.
Learn about Anatomy, Forensic Science, Clinical Lab Sciences, Dental, Health
Exercise & Rehabilitation Science, Nursing, Public Health, Emergency Medicine, &
more! Hands-on activities and fun labs. Brochure, registration, scholarship form at
http://www.healthforceminnesota.org/Programs/K-12-Outreach/
Deadline
Summer stipend
eligible.
Payment in
full due May 30
if no scholarship.
APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED ONLY BETWEEN April 1 at 8:00am and
Apply starting April 1.
5pm APRIL 15.Junior high, High school, and College students welcome.
Deadline:
Go online, scroll down, and click Summer
April 15.
http://www.childrensmn.org/giving/ways-to-give/volunteer-opportunities/volunteer-services
Volunteer 3 hours once a week for the 8 week program. Monday – Friday, 9am –
noon OR 1-4pm shifts available. Apply online & mail in 2 forms (reference – Due
April 15 + parent consent – Due: April 15) + attend a personal interview at the
hospital. Volunteer Orientation is in May. Must be available weekday hours.
?s- email volunteer@gillettechildrens.com or call 651-229-3937
http://www.gillettechildrens.org/giving/volunteer/teen-summer-volunteers/
Mayo Clinic
Department of Radiology
Imaging Careers and Networking
Scholarship Program (ICAN)
4-day Summer Camp - FREE!
For TEN high achieving JUNIOR students of color with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
July 14-18. 4 days FREE at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester exploring MEDICAL
IMAGING CAREERS Explore MRI, CT, Ultrasound, General Imaging, Nuclear
Medicine & Interventional Imaging. Seisler.Kevin@mayo.edu or visit CCC.
www.mayo.edu/pmts/mc1400-mc1499/mc1420-50.pdf = app.
VOLUNTEER at area HOSPITALS!
University of Minnesota –
Health Careers Fair
UPCOMING MEDICAL CAREERS Exploration Opportunities
At Coffman Memorial Union. Time: TBD
Saint Paul, Minnesota
www.healthcareers.umn.edu/events/hcf/index.htm
Meet with admissions staff from these different health professional and
health-related programs and ask them your questions.
Apply starting
March 1
Due: March 31.
Deadline extended to:
February 28, 2014.
Wednesday,
October 1, 2014
Scrubs, Gloves and Microscopes
Hands-ON experiences for High School Students. Cost: $40. Scholarships
available. ACT FAST this Fall! Sessions FILL QUICKLY!
http://www.healthcareers.umn.edu/students/high-school/index.htm
Nursing, Dentistry,
Pharmacy, Veterinary,
Surgery, Clinical Lab,
Pediatrics, Researcher, etc.
Mini Medical School at U of M-TC
www.health.umn.edu/about/mini-medical-school Cost: $80
Mondays, 6-8:30pm
Feb.-March, 2015
2014-2015 Univ. of Minnesota-TC
U of M Pharmacy Preview Days
UPDATED May 9, 2014
http://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/pharmd/previewday/
April 2015 & online
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
MEDIEVAL HISTORY, HISTORY
Medieval Minnesota Summer Camp
For Ages 14-17.
at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, MN
= Only 20 students allowed!
http://www.augsburg.edu/medievalminnesota/
NEW!
Minnesota Historical Society –
TEEN Opportunities
?s – Call #651-259-3191
www.minnesotahistorycentuer.org/teens
Volunteering, too! Including:
A new Fife and Drum Corps, Asian
Pacific Heritage Day, and MORE!
July13-19, 2014. Cost: $850. Live on campus at Augsburg in Minneapolis for 1 week.
Re-imagine life in the Middle Ages. Learn medieval history, Develop a medieval
character, Build a medieval costume, juggle, dance, fence, play tunes on medieval
instruments, perform authentic medieval stories, songs, & plays. Some travel
scholarship $ only. ?s Phil Adamo at adamo@augsburg.edu or #612-330-1199.
$200 due at registration
$850 total, or $800 if
fill out registration
by April 1.
Teen Advisory Council – paid internship Fall/Spring. Ages 15-19. Due: May 21
Design Diaries International – for girls. Learn clothing/identity. Oct.-April. $8/hour.
www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/designdiariesintl
SHIP – Summer History Immersion Program = 2 weeks PAID. Learn research skills,
create History Day type project. http://legacy.mnhs.org/projects/2359
High School Gallery Assistant Program – paid Summer internship. Due: May 18.
Work weekdays and Saturdays. 10 hrs/wk. June 17-Aug. 22. internships@mnhs.org
www.mnhs.org/internships/highschool/gallery
Summer Technology Program - for Middle Schoolers. Create own Google site.
https://sites.google.com/a/mnhs.org/summer-technology-program/home
Mazinaakizige: American Indian Photography Program. For: American Indian
teens. Meets on Saturdays from noon – 4:30pm. Learn about photography, etc.
History Quest: A Gaming Camp for Middle Schoolers. Learn basics of computer
based game design. ARIS, location-based gaming software. Aleah.Vinick@mnhs.org
Watch out
for various
deadlines
each year!
MUSIC, MUSIC COMPOSITION
St. Olaf Summer Piano Academy –
For CURRENT Gr. 8-12
www.stolaf.edu/conferences/camps/pianoacadem
y
St. Olaf College Summer Music Camp
For current 9th – 12th grade students.
St. Olaf College Summer Organ and
Church Music Academy For current 8th –
12th graders
UPDATED May 9, 2014
June 15-21. BY AUDITION ONLY. Send a recording, $100, and all application
materials by May 1 (after that, $50 late fee). If NOT selected, $100 refunded. Cost:
$700. If selected, payment in full due May 1.
Additional lessons: $65. summer@stolaf.edu ?s – Call 507-786-3042.
Summer stipend
eligible
Gr. 8-11 only
June 15-June 21, 2014. Band, Choir, Orchestra. NO audition required. Cost: $610
before May 1, $650 after May 1. (Extra $50 late fee). $100 non-ref. deposit. +
lessons: $65. http://wp.stolaf.edu/conferences/summer-camps/music-camp/
Summer stipend
eligible
Gr. 9-11 only
June 15-June 21, 2014.You should send in a recording. Cost: $870 before May 1, and
$920 after May 1. (Extra $50 late fee). + lessons: $65. $100 non-ref. deposit
http://wp.stolaf.edu/conferences/organ-and-church-music-academy/
Summer stipend
eligible. Gr. 8-11 only
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Program
Summer [Music] Composition Camps
CREATE Music!
Attention all Band/Orchestra Musicians + Pianists
who want to http://www.juniorcomposers.org/
Ages 14-20.
Limited to 20 students. Residential summer camp.
Live at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities!
Shell Lake Arts Center
in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
info@shelllakeartscenter.org
www.shelllakeartscenter.org/
SCHOLARSHIPS first come, first served basis
Received by May 1. Must have financial need.
#715-468-2414
Brief description & requirement highlights
Summer stipend
eligible for Gr. 8 (& 14
yrs old) –Grade 11.
Discount to the 1st few
who register EARLY!
Jazz Ensemble & Combo, Extreme Strings, Jazz Improvisation & Combo Camp,
High School Wind Ensemble, Piano, Middle School Concert Band, Rock Band Camp,
Show Choir, Film Making, Painting and Drawing with Imagination, Extreme Pottery,
Dance Intensive, Guitar and Bass Workshop, Trombone workshop, Music Theatre,
Trumpet Workshop, Saxophone Workshop, Adventures in Creativity/Multi-Media
Art. Art Courses: Extra $35 fee, Film, Music Theatre: Extra $35 fee. Cost: $520 by
March 1, $565 AFTER March 1, IF living there.
Must apply for a camp
by MAY 1 in order to
be considered for
SCHOLARSHIPS.
Enter online to win a
FULL Scholarship!
For: Ages 13-18.
Art Saves Us – Beyond the Noise
FREE summer MUSIC SESSIONS for 8 weeks
http://www.aboutchat.org/programs/art-savesus/
Center for Hmong Arts and Talents (CHAT)
Hmong Arts and Music Festival = July 4 & 5
at Como Park in St. Paul. (Volunteers needed, too!)
IN SESSION Singer/Songwriter Competition. Grade Prize: $500 & a chance to the
feature performer at CHAT’s Saturday, July 6 Fundraiser & more! Submit a VIDEO
TO ENTER. Become 1 of 6 finalists to compete at the festival! www.aboutchat.org
MUSCIAL THEATER, THEATER, SHOW CHOIR, SPOKEN WORD, &
St. Olaf College Summer Theater
Camps –
Live On Campus Northfield, MN
(about one hour south of the Twin Cities)
$100 non-refundable deposit required
Office: 800-726-6523 or 507-786-3042
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Deadline
Junior Composers Studio – Scoring for FILM from July 7-19, 2014. Submit scores
for reading by June 1. $1500 if $200 deposit paid/postmarked by March 17, $1700 if
paid by June 18, 2014
Junior Composers Institute - July 13-19 $750 if $100 deposit paid/postmarked by
March 17, $850 if paid by June 18
Junior Songwriters Institute – July l3-19. $750 if $100 deposit paid by March 17,
$850 if paid by June 18
Like them at http://facebook.com/CenterForHmongArtsAndTalent
OR for more info, email AsuBeyondTheNoise@GMAIL.COM OR
Email: info@aboutchat.org
OFFICE LOCATION: 995 University Ave W, Suite 220 Saint Paul, MN 55104
Friday, June 13 = required orientation, Starts: June 16,
Ends: Aug. 8 = required celebration
MUST ATTEND at least 3 sessions per week.
10am-noon OR noon-2pm, Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs
Center for Hmong Arts and Talent
(CHAT)
Saint Paul, Minnesota
ACTING CAMP For: Ages 12-16 from June 22-June 27, and includes Basic Stage
Combat class. For a $30 fee, you can purchase your combat-approved sword. With
Additional Beginning Stage Makeup class. Additional $30 fee (includes take-home
makeup kit). Must NOT be allergic to latex. COST: $515.
ADVANCED THEATER CAMP For: Ages 15-18 from June 20-29. Covers: Scene
study, Monologue, Advanced Stage Makeup, Musical Theater, Advanced State
Combat Class (take home that sword for $30!), Technical Theater, PLUS optional
Master Class. COST: $875. Register online or print form/ mail. Apply after May 1 =
Extra $50 late fee.
http://wp.stolaf.edu/conferences/summer-camps/theater-camps/
DEADLINE:
April 30, 2014
MUST attend on
Fridays, 10am-2pm
Sunday,
May 25, 2014
CIRCUS
Summer stipend
eligible
Must apply for camps
by May 1 or late fee.
Payment in FULL by
May 1, 2014.
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Gustavus/Guthrie Theater Audition
Boot Camp
Grades 8-11. July 6-12. Live at Gustavus in the dorms. Cost: $975 by June 1 (early),
After June 1: $1200 https://gustavus.edu/camps/theater/
There is a $200 NON-refundable deposit required at registration.
Summer Stipend
eligible.
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Summer Show Choir Camp
Grades 8-11. July 13-19. Live at Gustavus in the dorms.
Cost: $550 by June 1, After June 1: $650. https://gustavus.edu/camps/showchoir/
You may pay an initial $100 DEPOSIT. Pay remaining balance by July 15.
Summer stipend
eligible.
Gustavus Adolphus College –
Grades 8-11. June 22-28. Live at Gustavus in the dorms.
Cost: $650 by June 1 (early), $700 by June 8. https://gustavus.edu/camps/slamcamp/
You may pay an initial $100 DEPOSIT. Remaining balance by June 22.
Summer stipend
eligible.
Live at the U of M-TC. June 16-June 26, 2014. Request scholarship in your app.
Sample the rigorous BA Performance and BFA Actor Training programs offered
at the U of M. https://theatre.umn.edu/theatre/elements $1250. Scholarships!!
# 612-625-669. Register online or by paper. 300 word essay.
Application due by
March 22, 2014.
IF accepted, pay $1250
By May 17
For Ages 12-19. July 7 -August 3, M-F, 8am-5pm. Work with professional artists
who use art as a tool to build community, challenge ideas and make a real difference
in the world. Social justice themes. Cost: $400, due on June 29 at orientation. Full &
Partial Scholarships www.penumbratheatre.org/summerinstitute 651-288-7791.
Due: May 2, 2014.
Bus tokens, snacks and
lunches provided daily
Be one of 16 Youth Apprentice Artists and receive mentoring by a professional artist,
EARN $7.25 per hour, work 20 hours/week for 6 weeks June 16 – July 26, 9:00am
– 2pm with a half hour unpaid lunch.
Two hours each week ALSO learn about job exploration and job seeking. Location
of work: Dreamland Arts, 677 Hamline Ave. N, Saint Paul, MN.
BUS PASSES AVAILABLE. Include a RESUME if you can.
?s –651-292-3259 or email Betsy@Compas.org Print out application & mail.
Due:
March 31, 2014.
You will be EMAILED
regarding your theater
INTERVIEW!
Jazz Ensemble & Combo, Extreme Strings, Jazz Improvisation & Combo Camp,
High School Wind Ensemble, Piano, Middle School Concert Band, Rock Band Camp,
Show Choir, Film Making, Painting and Drawing with Imagination, Extreme Pottery,
Dance Intensive, Guitar and Bass Workshop, Trombone workshop, Music Theatre,
Trumpet Workshop, Saxophone Workshop, Adventures in Creativity/Multi-Media
Art. Art Courses: Extra $35 fee, Film, Music Theatre: Extra $35 fee. Cost: $520 by
March 1, $565 AFTER March 1, IF living there.
Must apply for a camp
by MAY 1 in order to
be considered for
SCHOLARSHIPS.
Enter online to win a
FULL Scholarship!
FOR: Ages 5-18. Includes: voice, movement, costumes, scenery, stage combat,
improve & more. Teen afternoon session is $225. All-Day Special Session Camp is
$450. Teen Intensive All-Day Session is $450. 952-934-1525
http://www.chanhassentheatres.com/musical_theatre_camp.aspx
Call 952-934-1525
in St. Peter, MN about 1.5 hrs away
Inst. of Spoken Word & Poetry Slam
Stage Elements Summer Theater
Institute FORCurrent Gr. 9-11
At University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Penumbra Theatre’s Summer
Institute with University of
Minnesota-Twin Cities Theatre Arts –
(Returning students session = July 7 – August 10)
Compas ArtsWork –
EARN $$ WHILE YOU LEARN
THEATER ARTS APPRENTICESHIP
For students ages 14 (as of June 16) -21, with
50% of jobs for students with disabilities.
No experience necessary.
www.compas.org/arts-work
Shell Lake Arts Center
in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
info@shelllakeartscenter.org
www.shelllakeartscenter.org/
SCHOLARSHIPS first come, first served basis
Received by May 1. Must have financial need.
#715-468-2414
Musical Theatre Camp –
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
th
501 W. 78 St., Chanhassen, MN
UPDATED May 9, 2014
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Program
Guthrie Theater Camps –
for Grades 2-12.
Location: 818 South 2nd Street, Mpls, MN
IF can’t make the camp, notify them at least 10
business days prior to get a 50% refund minus $3
handling fee.
Brave New Workshop Student Union
2605 Hennepin Ave South, Mpls, MN
Year-round youth and adult classes
SteppingStone Theatre
Summer Camps
For Grades Pre-K through Grade 10.
#651-225-9265
VARIOUS Camps June 9 – August 22,
1 to 3 weeks in length.
All day, morning only or afternoon only.
After Care for Gr. 1-6.
Youth Performance Company
3338 University Ave. SE, in Minneapolis.
612-623-9180
?s – Joey at JBabay@youthperformanceco.org
Circus Juventes Summer Camps
http://www.circusjuventas.org/
Go to Our Program and select Summer Camps
651-699-8229; heidi@circusjuventas.org
Created by Amy Samelian, amy.samelian@spps.org, 651-744-3149, Harding HS College & Career Center
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
GRADES 9-12: Camp Shakespeare July 7-11 OR July 21-25, 9am-4pm, Cost: $495.
Broadway Bound July 14-18 OR July 28-Aug. 1, 9am-4pm, Cost: $495. Extreme
Slapstick August 4-8, 9am-4pm, Cost: $495. Box lunches cost $40 for the week.
Register online at www.guthrietheater.org/education or may fax or mail in paper
registration form. OTHER CAMPS for GRADES 6-8, GRADES 4-5, GRADES 2-3.
Call 612-225-6134.
Summer IMPROV Camps for Ages 13-17 AND for Ages 9-12, 10am-2pm, MondayFriday, with start dates of June 16, July 14, Aug. 11 for Ages 9-12, and
June 16 and Aug. 11 for Ages 13-17. Cost: $145-$195. PLUS a Teen Sketch Writing
Camp for Ages 13-17, 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday, July 21-25, $145-$195.
http://studentunion.bravenewworkshop.com/YouthImprov/YouthCamps.aspx
Discount if registering
2 or more students.
CAMPS FOR GRADES 7-10: Actors Workshop 12noon – 4:00pm. June 9-13 =
Cost: $225 for Special Effects Makeup/Movement, June 16-27 = Cost: $325 for
Improv/Sketch Comedy, July 7-11 = Cost $225 for Advanced Stage
Combat/Juggling. Audition Workshop, noon-4pm, Aug. 18-22, Cost: $225.
Broadway Bound for $495 for three-weeks, July 14 – August 1.
CAMP FOR GRADES 6-10: Produce It Jr. 9am-4pm, Aug. 4-16 = Cost: $495.
SCHOLARSHIPS available- email Melissa@steppingstonetheatre.org,
Theatre Location 55 Victoria Street North, in St. Paul
Summer camps &
year-round!
Minimum $50 nonrefundable deposit due
at registration
Gr. K-12. One week long, full-day ($250) and half-day ($130) camps. PLUS
internship opportunities for those with theater experience and a desire to teach +
transportation $. DATES: June 9 – Aug. 22, 2014.
Classes open until full. Register at: http://youthperformanceco.org/classes/
Financial Aid docs are online.
Act, Sing, Dance!
Winter & Summer
Classes & Shows!
Located at 1270 Montreal Ave. in Highland in Saint Paul. Join the CIRCUS! Learn
acrobatics, trapeze artistry, high wire walking.
VARIOUS Camps for Ages 6-15, at $85 per day or $395 per week,
JUNE 2 – JULY 18, 2014.
http://www.circusjuventas.org/index.php/our-program/summer-camps
SCHOLARSHIPS for 50% off and 100% off during the SCHOOL YEAR only,
NO SUMMER SCHOLARSHIPS!
Summer Camps
June 2-July 18
& year-round!
POLITICAL SCIENCE, ECONOMICS,
PSYCHOLOGY, more SPEECH
UPDATED May 9, 2014
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Program
Carleton College Summer
Quantitative Reasoning Institute
Located in Northfield, MN about one hour south.
For: current Gr. 10 & 11.
sqri@carleton.edu #1-866-767-2275
Full & Partial Scholarships!!
https://apps.carleton.edu/summer/sqri/
Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY)
Expand Your Mind Summer Program
Current Grades 7-11
at Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Brief description & requirement highlights
Deadline
Sunday, July 13 – Friday, August 1. Cost: $2895. Gain 3 college semester credits.
Political Science: International Relations, Science & Pseudoscience in Psychology,
Models of Conflict, Cooperation and Communication, & The Politics of
Globalization. Learn how to use the statistical tools of these disciplines to answer a
variety of research questions. A $500 deposit is due with application. The remaining
balance of $2,395 is due on before the start of the program. If you are not offered
admission into SQRI, the $500 tuition deposit will be returned to you. For accepted
students, the $500 is returned if request by May 29, after that the $500 deposit is nonrefundable, and from May 30. To June 19, 50% of tuition is OWED.
Summer stipend
eligible. Up to $1000.
Application deadline =
April 30, 2014
Scholarship deadline =
Apply by March 27.
Psychology , Experimental Economics, The Role of Diplomacy in
International Crisis, Beginning Debate, Mock Trial, Say What?/Speech
Visit www.mity.org, fill out forms ONLINE & then print & mail
Scholarship Deadline = ASAP – Need 2013 income info.
Summer Stipend
Eligible
$580 if commute
$1500 if live
on campus
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, MATH, COMPUTERS
Science Museum of Minnesota
FUN Summer Camps
For ages 3-16. Registration started Feb.18, 2014.
registrar@smm.org
ALL scholarships awarded already.
St. Olaf College Engineering &Physics
Camp for Girls
For: Current Gr. 8-11. 40 spots.
Building a Rube Goldberg Machine
www.stolaf.edu/camps
Carleton Summer Science Institute –
July 13 – Aug. 1 OR July 20 – Aug. 8, 2014
SCIENCE RESEARCH AND FUN! –
Current Gr. 10 & 11
YOU pick the research group/topic that you want!
# 1-866-767-2275 EMAIL: CSSI@carleton.edu
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Design a computer game, learn animation, intro to 3D design, filmmaking, and more!
Partial scholarships – if on public assistance (MFIP/Welfare), receive 85% off, others
can get 50% off SOLD OUT for summer as of April 4. Class info
http://www.smm.org/classes Scholarships: www.smm.org/classes/scholarships/
Scholarship deadline:
1st come, 1st served.
?s - 651-221-4511
July 13 – July 18, 2014Live at St. Olaf College! Learn principles & techniques
utilized by engineers and scientists every day as they build their own machines.
Demonstrate completed machine last day of camp. Tour state-of-the-art labs, go on an
astronomy outing, & more!
FREE for ALL due to corporate sponsorRegister by April 1
FREE for ALL
participants! Apply
for camp by April 1.
Learn neuroscience, animal behavior, genetics/genomics, environmental chemistry,
materials science, pharmaceuticals, evolutionary developmental biology. Cost: $3,350
& gain 3 college semester credits. A $500 deposit is due with the application. The
remaining balance $2850 is due later. If you are not accepted into the program, the
$500 deposit will be returned to you. For accepted students, the $500 is returned if
request by May 29, after that the $500 deposit is non-refundable, and from May 30
To June 19, 50% of tuition is OWED. Please see the cancellation policy for further
details. https://apps.carleton.edu/summer/science/
Scholarship application requires a recommendation letter. NO $500 deposit required.
Partial/Full scholarships  applications must be RECEIVED by March 27, 2014.
Summer stipend
eligible. UP to $1000.
Application deadline =
April 30, 2014
Scholarship deadline =
March 27, 2014.
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Program
Carleton College Computer Science
Institute Cost: $2,895
For: current 10th & 11th gr.
scsi@carleton.edu #1-866-767-2275
https://apps.carleton.edu/summer/scsi/
iD Tech Camps –
http://www.idtech.com/
hosted by Macalester College in Saint Paul
+ at other college campuses around the U.S.
Brief description & requirement highlights
Sunday, July 20 – Friday, August 8, 2014. Robotics, Human-Computer Interaction,
Image Processing and Computer Vision. Gain 3 college semester credits. If you are
not accepted into the program, the $500 deposit will be returned to you.
For accepted students, the $500 is returned if request by May 29, after that the $500
deposit is non-refundable, and from May 30. To June 19, 50% of tuition is OWED.
Partial/Full scholarships  applications must be RECEIVED by March 27, 2014.
FOR: Ages 7-17 and Ages 13-17. Learn iPhone® and Android™ app development,
programming with C++ or Java™, video game design, web design, moviemaking,
robotics, and more. Get inspired by energetic, tech-savvy instructors, and build
critical 21st century STEM skills. Beginner or advanced, they offer a customized
learning experience. Small classes of about 8 students each.
Cost: $849 - $1438. SOME camps are already SOLD OUT.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Summer stipend
eligible. UP to $1000.
Application deadline =
April 30, 2014
Scholarship deadline =
March 27, 2014.
Request a brochure
online.
Check out camps in
other states.
www.idtech.com/locations/minnesota-summer-camps/st-paul/id-tech-macalester-college/#courses
Robotics Workshop at Winona State University
For High School Students. Four days this summer.
http://cs.winona.edu/RoboticsWorkshop #507-474-3900
St. Cloud State University
Scientific Discovery Program
FOR: Current Gr. 9 & 10
DISCONTINUED for 2014. Cost: $250  Scholarships available! Live at Winona State University.
$150 – commute. No electronics background is necessary. Will work with The RidgeSoft IntelliBrain
educational robot. Review Java programming. #507-457-5377 Gary Bunce at gbunce@winona.edu
At St. Cloud State Univ. For current 9th &10th graders. Live on campus/eat free.
July 6-Aug. 1. Learn biological, chemical, computer, math, social and statistical
sciences. Research, be mentored, shadow. Cost: $10.00 non-refundable app. fee.
Can apply ONLINE!
Normal out-of-pocket living expenses for notebooks, calculators, snacks,
http://www.stcloudstate.edu/pipeline
laundry, recreation and other incidents should be anticipated. Limited financial
IF attend this camp, & in about top 30% of class, go aid to cover these living expenses is available to students in need.
DISCONTINUED
for 2014.
Summer stipend elig.
April 25, 2014
to SCSU for college, get a $1000 Scholarship!
St. Cloud State University
Advanced Program
in Technology & Science
FOR Current Gr. 10 & 11
Can apply ONLINE!
www.stcloudstate.edu/pipeline
IF attend this camp, & in about top 30% of class, go
to SCSU for college, get a $1000 Scholarship!
St. Cloud State University
MATH-SCIENCE CAMP
FOR Current Gr. 3-8.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
At St. Cloud State Univ. For current 10th & 11th graders. Live on campus/eat free.
July 13-Aug. 1. Conduct scientific research, work with professors on-campus
Pursuing research activities and advanced studies, learn about career options in
technology and science, learn from role models, receive mentoring.
Cost: $10.00 non-refundable application fee.
Normal out-of-pocket living expenses for notebooks, calculators, snacks,
laundry, recreation and other incidents should be anticipated. Limited financial
aid to cover these living expenses is available to students in need.
5 days. June 8, 2014 - June 26, 2014: June 8-12 (3rd and 4th grade students);
June 15-19 (5th & 6th grade students); June 22-26 (7th & 8th grade students)
www.stcloudstate.edu/pipeline All pay a $10.00 non-refundable application fee.
 Cost: $0 (if get scholarship) - $300.
Summer stipend elig.
April 25. Essay &
2 Recommendations.
Summer stipend elig.
Due: April 11
or soon thereafter
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
1 week Career Exploration Camps
Learning to Code: Robots, Sprites and More!Ages 13+ Lego Mindstorms robots.
Scratch computer programming. Traditional coding: Learn how to make sprites spin,
draw, talk, sing and change appearance, & more! $199 each. Scholarships!
www.minneapolis.edu/Educational-Programs/Preparing-for-College/Camps
Learn computer
programming!
Fun in the Sun Day Camp – Current Gr. 3-7
Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, 270 N. Kent St., Saint Paul, MN.
Summer stipend elig.
www.hallieqbrown.org/1015.html (651) 224 - 4601 mbrunson@hallieqbrown.org
+ Year-round Ages 5-14.
Dates: June 9-August 29. Meet University scientists, take field trips to
University learning centers such as the Raptor Center, Insect Museum,
research greenhouses, and more. They’ll also take part in recreational activities
including swim trips to the world class University Aquatic Center.
http://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/ForFamilies/SummerCamps/
Summer stipend
eligible.
Classes:
Monday-Friday
8:30am-4:30pm
Minneapolis Community & Technical
College - ROBOTICS
Classes: Science Made Simple, Creative Crafts,
Little Critters, Going Green, Ecology & the Environment
Bell Museum of National History
In Minneapolis.
Full-Day ($245) and Half-Day ($125) Camps
FOR: 2014-2015 Kindergarten-6th Grade
Itasca Community College Live on campus
Summer Engineering Camp
Senior High Engineering Science Camp –
current Gr. 10-12 New
Senior High Engineering Design Camp Gr. 912
Junior High School Engineering Science Camp
– current Gr. 6-8
Kimberly.damiani@itascacc.edu
Call 1-218-322-2370
Michigan Technological University –
Summer Youth Programs
http://www.syp.mtu.edu/
Cost WITHOUT scholarship aid:
$875 (live-in) $450 (commute)
Cost WITHOUT scholarship aid:
$695 (live-in) $360 (commute)
Charter bus cost: $250 round trip, $150 one way.
Stay-over fee: $100 per weekend.
$50 DISCOUNT for each additional week.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
June 16-20 & July 6-12 = High School, Cost: $365
July 16-19 = Junior High, Cost: $295.
Registration PRIORITY deadline: save $20 if apply by April 1.
Scholarships are available.
6-day camp: computer applications, radio control and robotic interfacing,
structural design challenges, 3-D modeling and graphics, alternative energy
work, etc. Speakers and industry tours. Expand your creativity!
For a scholarship,
must provide a
transcript and proof
of financial need.
www.itascacc.edu/academics/area-of-study/engineeringprogram/camp.html
Pre-College Explorations – For grades 9-11 (Business, Computers, LOTS of
various Engineering fields, Humanities & Social Sciences, Leadership, Outdoor
& Environmental, Science & Technology.
Mind Trekkers – For grades 6-8 (Entrepreneurship, Computers/Video Gaming,
Engineering, Photography, Outdoor and Environmental, Science and
Technology (including CSI Forensics)
Merit scholarship
decisions
made
May 1, 2014.
Merit Award Discount for Gr. 6-11: If you provide a transcript with your GPA and
class rank, you may be eligible for SYP Merit Award Discounts. Discounts are
determined by funds received through individual, corporate, and foundation
supporters. A limited number are available.
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Program
Michigan Technological University –
VARIOUS AWARDS
Competitive Summer Camp Scholarship Programs
http://www.syp.mtu.edu/
COST Either FREE, $100, or $295
TRANSPORATION  FREE, or you pay for
Charter Bus, $150 1-way/$250 Round Trip, OR pay
for flight, OR drive/carpool
Michigan Technological Univ. –
Women in Computer Science
Preference for women currently in grades 10 & 11
who have 2 years of high school math & strong
interest in computing
Michigan Tech. Women in Engineering –
Gr. 9-11
 SPPS LADIES – this is FREE!
?s Contact 3M volunteer/retired 3M engineer
Dick Streeper at rdstreeper@comcast.net
Engineering Tomorrow’s Careers Camp
(ETC):
10th/11th Gr. Girls Only
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Live in a dorm. Meals provided.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
Engineering Scholars Program: July 6-12.
Preference for 10th/11th under-represented students.
TOPICS: mechanical, computer, environmental, electrical, chemical, biomedical,
civil, geological, and materials.
If accepted, get $1000 scholarship & must pay $295 within 10 days of acceptance &
pay travel expenses. Can fly, drive, or Charter bus cost: $250 round trip, $150 one
way. Stay-over fee: $100 per weekend.
National Summer Transportation Institute: July 7-13. Investigate transportation
industry.  FREE! All accepted students receive a $2000 scholarship (usually have
3.0 unweighted GPA) + FREE charter bus!
Rail and Intermodal Transportation: July 27-Aug. 2. Cost: A non-refundable
registration fee of $100 is due within 10 days after acceptance into the program. Must
provide a teacher recommendation and transcript (minimum 3.0 GPA) as part of your
application. Accepted students receive a scholarship that covers tuition, room &
board, & supplies. You must pay for travel – by plane, car, or Charter Bus.
July 6-12. ALL accepted participants receive a scholarship valued at $1000.
There is a refundable $100 registration fee due 10 days after being accepted.
Transportation NOT provided, but Charter Bus available.
Charter bus cost: $250 round trip, $150 one way. Stay-over fee: $100 per weekend.
Application, teacher recommendation, essays, high school transcript.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Various DEADLINES:
ESP – by 5pm April 18
NSTI – by 5pm May 2
RAIT – by 5pm May 2
OR
Later IF Scholarships
are still available!
Payments due in FULL
by June 1, 2014.
Due: 5:00pm
Monday, April 14,
2014
www.youthprograms.mtu.edu
June 22-28. Must have 2 yrs math, 1 year chemistry. FULL SCHOLARSHIPS
from 3M (includes the $295 registration fee + Free Bus) for women from the
Saint Paul Public Schools. Visit the CCC or go online for an application at
www.youthprograms.mtu.edu Submit application, transcript, 1 teacher
recommendation, PLUS Resume, Paragraph as to why you want this, Attendance.
OTHER Non-SPPS STUDENTS: if accepted, get $1000 scholarship BUT must pay
$295 within 10 days of acceptance & pay own travel expenses!
YOUR deadline to MI Tech = 5pm on Friday, April 18, 2014.
SPPS students only:
Due:
Thursday, April 10
to Dick Streeper or
Ms. Thompson
in Rm 1325
FOR: current 10th & 11th grade (or younger) GIRLS. 1 week residential program;
exploration of engineering & the sciences. Lectures/Labs.
June 15-June 20. Cost: $200 + transportation (www.megabus.com = cheap). If need
financial assistance email etccampmadison@gmail.com
Info/application, go online www.engr.wisc.edu/studentorgs/swe/programs/ETC.php
Opened Nov. 20, 2013.
Due: Feb. 1, 2014
60 spots.
Once accepted, pay.
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Program
ASM Materials Camp 
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
College of Science and Engineering
Current 10th and 11th gr.
Must have strong math and science aptitude.
Competitive.
www.mnasm.org/camp/index.php
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Engineering Summer Program (ESP) –
For current SOPHOMORES and JUNIORS.
6 weeks/live on campus.
Go to http://www.diversity.engr.wisc.edu/esp
?s – contact Brian bcnunez@engr.wisc.edu
Tel: 608/263-5367
Need letter of recommendation from 1 science & 1
math teacher.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Dept. of Mechanical Engineering ProSCI
Promoting the Computational Science Initiative
http://outreach.sbel.wisc.edu/ProCSI/Info/
?s - 608-890-0917 or email negrut@engr.wisc.edu
Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY)
Expand Your Mind Summer Program
Current Grades 7-11
at Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul
SEE PAGE 6 DETAILS or go online.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
June 17-20, 2014. Juniors given priority. FREE! Including meals.
Must drive to the U of M every day. Must have basic knowledge of algebra,
chemistry and physics. Mini-demonstrations, field trips to labs/work in labs, explore materials
Deadline:
science and engineering principles. Work in teams and present summary of findings.
March 31, 2014
“Materials Mentors” at camp. Lab experiments/activities re: metallography, mechanical
testing, light microscopy, fractography, scanning electron microscopy,
Includes “graduation”
image analysis, and chemical analysis.
and a dinner
What is Materials Science?  www.strangematterexhibit.com/whatis.html
www.surveymonkey.com/s/camp_student = ONLINE student form to Register
www.surveymonkey.com/s/camp_teacher = ONLINE teacher recommendation.
June 21 –Aug. 1. FREE except transportation there and back. For current 10th/11th
grade first-generation college students, students of color, and low-income students
and women. 3.0 GPA unweighted or better, with one year of algebra, geometry and
chemistry.
Spend 6 weeks living in campus dorms, taking math, science, engineering, and
communication courses, exploring engineering careers, visiting industries, and
making connections with professionals. All costs are covered by the program. $40
application fee, may be waived if on Free/Reduced Lunch AND must complete the
Application Waiver Request Form.
No help with transportation, but you could always ask if you have need.
Can buy a bus ticket at www.megabus.com and pay about $50 or less. Leaves from
the Midway area in St. Paul and Minneapolis.
www.engr.wisc.edu/current/coe-dao-engineering-summer-program-esp.html
FREE! Live in the dorms! July 13-July 19. For Current 10th & 11th Grade Students
of Color. Intro. to Engineering, Computational Science, solid modeling and
engineering applications of computer simulations. Meet current Engineering students.
Must EMAIL one letter of recommendation, an unofficial school transcript, & essay
TO: uwprocsi@gmail.com PLUS apply ONLINE at this website:
http://outreach.sbel.wisc.edu/ProCSI/2014/ SCROLL DOWN to the BOTTOM
to see the daily SCHEDULE & name of dormitory.
Algebra/Trig, Chemistry, Electricity and Engineering, Forensics (CSI),
Math/Computer Programming (Games), Physics, Astrophysics, Energy
Explorations and Alternatives, In Pursuit of Chemical Evidence, Pre-Calculus,
A History of Humans & Microorganisms, Computer Modeling.
Visit www.mity.org, fill out forms ONLINE & then print & mail
Scholarship Deadline = ASAP – Need 2013 income info.
Deadline: postmarked
April 1, 2014.
U.S. Citizen OR
Permanent Resident
Priority application
deadline:
June 15, 2014.
GO ONLINE!
Summer Stipend
Eligible & MITY
Grant Application.
$580 if commute
$1500 if live
on campus
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Program
Brief description & requirement highlights
Probability, Statistics, Coding Theory, Social
Science & Biology, and Financial Mathematics.
July 21-25, 9am – 4pm, Co-ed summer camp, at the U of M-Twin Cities Minneapolis
Campus. Hands-on experience in applied math. Application form, essay, math/science
teacher OR counselor recommendation, & transcript. FREE! If need transportation
help & have financial need, contact Scott Gilbert, seg@umn.edu or 612-625-2861
http://www.ima.umn.edu/2013-2014/SW7.21-25.14/
For high school students who have COMPLETED a year-long course in single
variable CALCULUS.
www.ima.umn.edu/images/2013-2014/SW7.21-25.14/2014SummerProgram.pdf
ENGINEERING and IT CAREERS
www.cehd.umn.edu/STEM/Resources/Default.html
www.cse.umn.edu
www.swe.org -Women in Eng. click K-12 Outreach
www.mnITcareers.org
www.NorthStarSTEM.org
www.mindtrekkers.mtu.edu
www.sme.org/foundation
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Current 8th-11th Graders
Exploring Careers in
Engineering & Physical Science
Demonstrations, lectures, tours and lab experiences,
plus campus tours with science and engineering
students, panel discussions, informal lunches with
career advisers and faculty, presentations by staff.
Engineering, science, & math will come alive as
viable careers. http://cse.umn.edu/eceps
Future 9th and 10th = 7:30am – 5:30pm, Saint Paul Campus.
Co-ed program = June 23-27 & July 7-11
Women only: June 23-27 & July 7-11  must apply online for "Engineering and
Science for Girls" at http://recwell.umn.edu/youth
Future 11th & 12th = 9am – 4pm, Mpls. Campus.
Co-ed program = June 16-20, July 14-18, July 28-Aug 1.
Women only: July 21-25, June 9-13(Mathematical Biology = theme)
Cost: $50 (after accepted), scholarship + transportation help if have financial need.
Application form, essay, math/science teacher OR counselor recommendation, &
transcript ?s – Contact Dorothy Cheng, csek12@umn.edu or 612-626-7566.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Institute for Math & Its Applications
(www.IMA.umn.edu)
FOR: Current 10th & 11th Gr.
Cornell University (upstate New York)
College of Engineering
CURIE Academy
FOR: current Gr. 10 & 11 GIRLS ONLY
1-607-255-6403 DPENG@cornell.edu
Cornell University (upstate New York)
College of Engineering
CATALYST Academy
FOR: current Gr. 9-11 students of color
1-607-255-6403 DPENG@cornell.edu
UPDATED May 9, 2014
www.pltw.org
www.GetSTEM-MN.com
www.engineeryourlife.org www.engineeringk12.org /
www.MNManufacturingCareers.org /
www.bls.gov/oco www.iseek.org http://free1.ed.gov/
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
A year-long course in
Calculus REQUIRED.
Due: March 31, 2014.
www.asme.org
www.asee.org
www.egfi-k12.org
www.acs.org
PRIORITY
application deadline:
March 28, 2014
July 13-July 29. One-week, summer residential program, for up to 40 high school
GIRLS who excel in math and science & are interested in Engineering. Minimum
3.0GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale. Essay, apply online, recommendation, official
transcript, high school profile. Cost: $1450. Financial assistance for TRAVEL &/or
TUITION is available. Fill out the “Application for Financial Assistance” form in
conjunction with app. www.engineering.cornell.edu/curie Online app. due: 11:59pm
EST March 1. Postmark for supporting documents March 1, 2014
Online app. due:
11:59pm EST
March 1.
Postmark for
supporting documents
March 1.
Deadline is NOT firm.
July 13-July 19. One-week, summer residential program, for up to 40 students from
under-represented groups who are interested in Engineering.
Minimum 3.0GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale.
Essay, apply online, recommendation, official transcript, high school profile.
Cost: $1450. Financial assistance for TRAVEL and/or TUITION is available.
Fill out “Application for Financial Assistance” form in conjunction with app.
www.engineering.cornell.edu/catalyst
Online app. due: 11:59pm EST March 1. Postmark for supporting docs March 1.
Online app. due:
11:59pm EST
March 1.
Postmark for
supporting documents
March 1.
Deadline is NOT firm.
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Brief description & requirement highlights
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
TEACHING
Teachers of Tomorrow Summer
Institute For: Current Grades 9-11.
Held at Minnesota State University-Mankato
?s - robbie.burnett@mnsu.edu
To apply, visit http://ed.mnsu.edu
Breakthrough Twin Cities
Teach this Summer! JOBS! About 26 spots.
($2,500 for June 9 – August 8, 2014)
NEW!
Summer Reading Skills and Speed Reading
Programs for Children and Adults - For all ages.
Offered this summer in Roseville and in Saint Paul at the
University of Northwestern – St. Paul, St. Catherine University
in Saint Paul and in Shoreview at Shepherd of the Hills church.
Young Writers’ Program
at The Loft Literary Center
in Minneapolis near downtown
Hamline Young Writers Workshop:
A Creative Writing Day Camp (commuter)
for Ages 15-18
www.hamline.edu/youngwriters
UPDATED May 9, 2014
June 15 – June 19. Must be interested in pursuing teaching and learning about college
life by living on campus. Mini-courses in teaching and the chance to practice your
new skills through team teaching. Cost: $50. Scholarships available.
TRANSPORTATION from MSU-Mankato’s EDINA Campus on
7770 France Ave South. Leave Sunday at 3pm. Must submit a resume and
essay re: why you want to attend the Institute.
Due: May 15
For a diverse group of talented high school juniors and seniors & undergraduate
college students to teach middle school students in Saint Paul. Breakthrough provides
paid teaching internships complete with training & classroom teaching experience.
See the website http://www.breakthroughtwincities.org/ and
Teach at: Mounds Park Academy, located at 2051 Larpenteur Ave E, St. Paul, MN
Due: 11:59pm PST on
February 25, 2014.
WRITING, VERBAL DEVELOPMENT, READING, &
TUTORING
Taught by professional instructors in cooperation with the University of Minnesota –
College of Education and Human Development Center for Reading Research.
These classes cost money. For more information or to register, call 1-800-979-9151.
ALL programs meet ONCE each WEEK. LEARN: Phonics, Comprehension,
Vocabulary, Study Skills, Speed Reading, & Love of Reading.
For: 4-year olds
through entering 12th
graders, college
students, and adults!
1011 Washington Ave. S, Mpls, MN. ?s – call #612-215-2575, loft@loft.org Lots of
12-week, 10, 8, 6 and 4-week classes! PLUS over 90 summer class offerings for
youth ages 6-17 thru Young Writers’ Program! Link to YOUTH CLASSES 
https://www.loft.org/classes/about_youth_classes_6-17/
SCHOLARSHIPS for youth classes:
Contact Jen Dodgson at jdodgson@loft.org #612-215-2579
Children’s and Young Adult Literature Conference = April 26 and April 27.
DATES: June 16-20 from 9am-4pm. Week-long day camp at Hamline University on
Snelling, south of the MN State Fair. Cost: $400 (includes morning snack and lunch
each day, all other camp services and field-trip fees). Payment due in full upon
admission to the workshop and is non-refundable unless camp is cancelled.
Deadline to PAY: Postmarked May 15.
There are no Hamline-funded scholarships at this time
Scholarships if low
income
Register today!
Registrations must be
RECEIVED by
April 15.
Apply ONLINE.
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Program
Carleton College Summer Writing
Program
For Current 10th (high achieving)
& 11th grade students
with strong reading/writing abilities.
http://apps.carleton.edu/campus/SAP/writing/
Verbal Advantage with the
D.I.V.I.N.E Institute –
SUMMER program –
www.divineinstitute.org
(+ meets YEAR-ROUND)
Meets: Monday –Thursday, 9am -4pm,
Extra $50 if stay from 4pm – 6pm,
Fridays = field trips at 8:30am for $35
Urban Battle’s Tutoring/Mentoring
Program. FOR: Gr. 1-12. Jan. 1 – Dec. 31,
Every Monday & Tuesday, in Saint Paul, MN.
MEAL: 6:30pm-7pm, TUTORING: 7pm-8:30pm.
JOIN ANY TIME. FREE!
Brief description & requirement highlights
Three weeks of extensive writing instruction, fun and friendship, July 6-25 2014.
Read contemporary & traditional literature, get evaluations on main essays, & learn in
small classes. Get 3 college semester credits! Cost: $2895. If you are not accepted
into the program, the $500 deposit will be returned to you. For accepted students, the
$500 is returned if request by May 29, after that the $500 deposit is non-refundable,
and from May 30. To June 19, 50% of tuition is OWED. Full/partial scholarships
available. $500 deposit NOT required. Last day to apply for scholarship: Mar 27.
For Ages 9-25 with a 2.5 GPA or higher (or get 2 recommendation letters/commit to
studying 5 hours a week outside of the Institute)
AND must have access to the internet, write a personal statement when applying,
public library card, good behavior.
Verbal Advantage & Principles for Living using mnemonics (memory devices). Highenergy, fun, creative, exciting place to learn & increase academic skills (reading,
using a dictionary, learning vocabulary, etc.), plus Math help, life skills, personal
finance, communication skills, A.C.T. test prep, & more! Arcade/game like
environment. Email Aretta-Rie Johnson at arettarie@divineinstitute.org or call her
business cell: 651-230-5487. AT: 838 Stellar Place, St. Paul, MN
Academic tutoring for students who are behind academically, socially, and who may
have poor attitudes. Build self-confidence. Gain literacy skills to get ahead in life.
Be prepared for college. Get help with MATH, READING, WRITING,
and learn EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS. www.voraservice.org
Call Dr. Greta S. Vora at 763-780-8837 or Bob Kohl (Director) at 651-483-5246.
LOCATION: Berean Church, 441 Rice Street, Saint Paul, MN 55103.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Summer stipend
eligible.
FINAL: April 30.
Summer stipend
eligible.
Normally $100 a week
(probably)
NO deadline.
FREE!
Join ANY time.
Lots of tutors on site!
National & International Summer Opportunities
The Student Conservation Association
National Service
for Ages 15-19 & Ages 18+
https://www.thesca.org/serve/youth-programs
Locations all over the country! Local, Regional, National,
Leadership Crews. Summer, short term, long term, + Internships!
Deadline has
passed
National Crews
Wilderness Inquiry
Supported Programs List at  www.wildernessinquiry.org/programs/ Urban
Wilderness Canoe Adventures, Canoemobile, Project FIT, Gateway to Adventure,
African Service Safaris. FINANCIAL AID application: UWCA@wildernessinquiry.org
www.wildernessinquiry.org/financial-aid/ #612-676-9400.
Year-Round
and
Summer Trips!
CANOE, hike, explore. MN, U.S., & Int’l trips. Join
a group, + school groups, families, women, & for
people with disabilities
UPDATED May 9, 2014
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Program
Voyaguer Outward Bound – National & MN
FOR: Youth (starting at age 12), teens and adults.
(MN Base Camp location = Ely, MN)
Challenge, adventure and teamwork combine to
create an ideal platform for building character and
teaching leadership. Simply put, Outward Bound
courses change lives.
Click “LOCATION” to order by state and country 
STUDY ABROAD 
www.VisionsServiceAdventures.com
www.internshipyear.org
www.walkingtree.org
INTERNATIONAL
YOUTH EXCHANCE
FREE!
Brief description & requirement highlights
LOCAL MN trips: www.VOBS.org 651-292-1062,
jreynolds@outwardbond.org Course activities include rock climbing, sea kayaking,
backpacking, mountaineering, canyoneering, skiing and snowboarding, sailing, dog
sledding, canoeing and whitewater rafting. Learn through experience, compassion,
leadership and responsibility to both your community and the environment. Courses
range in length from 4 days to three months. Some scholarships and financial aid may
be available. NATIONAL OFFICE: www.outwardbound.org (866) 467-7651,
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Includes 28-day
Intercept course for
struggling teens.
LIFE CHANGING!
info@outwardbound.org Scholarships.
Click “Programs”
Go to http://southwest.mpls.k12.mn.us/ Under Students, click Naviance, click
Enter as Guest, Click COLLEGES tab, click Enrichment Programs.
Various national &
international camps.
www.nacel.org
www.asse.com
www.afsusa.org/study-abroad/
www.NSLIforyouth.org
www.las.ch
www.yfu.org  Due April 1.
www.usagermanyscholarship.org/about/
Year-Round/Summer
With the UNITED STATES – DEPARTMENT OF STATE.
http://exchanges.state.gov/us
http://exchanges.state.gov/us/connect
DEADLINES!
Competitive!
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
NEW! Minnesota Historical Society
Teen Advisory Council
#952-250-7291
www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/teens
PAID Fall and Spring INTERNSHIP! Must do BOTH. For: Ages 15-19. Help
develop events at MHC. Meet up to 5 hours a week including a weekly, two-hour
meeting, homework, and occasional weekend hours. amanda.adams@mnhs.org
NEW!
HELD on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 9am – 4pm. Open to CURRENT Gr. 9-11.
Develop skills alongside top policy leaders to: work on a political campaign,
transform ideas into legislation, and communicate messages effectively. Cost is $75
but full scholarships are available for qualifying students upon request.
Applications at:
KRobinson1@csp.edu
Or call 651-603-6238
Held at the William Mitchell College of Law, 875 Summit Ave, St. Paul, MN.
August 12-14, 2014 10:00am-9:00 pm (includes meals and snacks). 2014 is
the 20th anniversary of the genocide in Rwanda. Learn about this genocide
and other mass atrocities around the world, analyze xenophobia in their own
communities, and become ‘upstanders’ for justice. For current high school
students with at least a C+ average in core classes. $100 fee but need-based
scholarships available. To apply, go to www.worldwithoutgenocide.org
Deadline to apply:
August 1.
Policy Leadership Skills Camp
Held at Concordia University-St. Paul
50 SPOTS. Apply ASAP!
World Without Genocide:
Summer Institute
for High School and College Students
in Saint Paul, MN
UPDATED May 9, 2014
DUE: May 21, 2014
Tuesdays from 4pm6pm. $8 per hour.
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Program
City of Saint Paul Youth Commission
Current Gr. 8-11.
Help make Saint Paul a better place for youth!
Lead community action projects.
Meets 6-10 hours every month.
2-day Orientation = August 19 & 20, 2014.
Camp EMID Youth Institute –
Current Gr. 8-11.
Session I = for OTHER school districts
Session II = for SPPS, others. JUNE 16-J20 at
Voyageur Environmental Ctr, 7000 Cty, Road 15,
Mound, MN with Transportation PROVIDED.
Mason.Fong@emid6067.net
Pay It Forward –
Students Today Leaders Forever
High School Leadership Camp –
Current Gr. 8-11
Hamline Univ. June 23 – June 18
UW-Parkside July 21-July 26
National Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute
To: engage Latino high school in critical learning
experiences that further their capacities in self
inquiry & introspection.
LEDA Scholars – for low-income, high
achieving under-represented students.
FOR: JUNIORS.
ALSO get help applying to SELECTIVE
colleges within the U.S.
= FREE
7-week SUMMER program at
Princeton University in New Jersey.
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Brief description & requirement highlights
For 22 young leaders from neighborhoods around Saint Paul. Meets every Monday
night. Must apply and then be interviewed. Need: Letter of Intent, Letter of
Recommendation. Megan.Mueller@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-247-5538. For a 20142015 application, visit the CCC or go to www.stpaul.gov/youthcommission
Get an unlimited bus pass to get to & from meetings, held at Central Library in
Downtown, Saint Paul.
5 day, 4 night inter-district, interracial summer camp where youth get the opportunity
to make new friends and gain an understanding of what it means to make a difference
in their communities. Youth will gain valuable leadership skills including Cultural
understanding, Exploring educational equity, Team work across differences, &
Utilizing critical thinking skills. Youth will develop a personal mission statement and
an action plan for how they will implement what they have experienced and learned
when they return to their schools. May apply online or by paper. 12 spots per district.
60 students/session. www.emid6067.net
Cost: $365. $100 down payment required to reserve spot. Remaining balance due 2
weeks prior to camp. Limited amount of need-based financial aid available.
http://www.stlf.net/get-involved/summer-camp
PLUS A leadership camp for CURRENT seniors (GAP CAMP) at UW-Stout
AND one for CURRENT Middle Schoolers!
For Current Gr. 9 & 10 WITH a minimum GPA of 3.2 or 3.0.
Themes: The Great Debate, Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Programs.
4-6 day programs held at college campuses around the U.S.
Costs range from $400 - $800. Live on campus.
NO SCHOLARSHIPS.
Dates/locations: http://www.nhi-net.org/Pages/ProgramDates.aspx
Forms/brochures: http://www.nhi-net.org/Pages/Forms.aspx
FOR a JUNIOR US Citizen or Permanent Resident with a hunger to learn
and lots of intellectual curiosity, maturity, leadership, and drive.
MUST also have above average PSAT, SAT, PLAN, or ACT scores, be in
roughly top 10% of class, and take IB, Advanced Placement, or PSEO courses,
& have up to about $50,000 family income (with some exceptions).
60 Scholars RECEIVE Aspects of Leadership curriculum,
Writing Instruction, Standardized Test Preparation, College Guidance,
Community Building and Residential Life. (212) 672-9750 |
leda@ledascholars.org www.ledascholars.org Winners notified Jan/Feb.
LEDA = Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Deadline
Due: June 27, 2014
Applications ready in
Mid-April or so
May 18, 2014
Required orientation at
Thurs., May 8, 6:30pm8pm in Woodbury.
Registration STARTS
March 9.
Email camp@stlf.net
Study abroad, too.
Fundraising ideas
On their website.
Priority deadline:
November ?, 2014
FINAL deadline:
December ?, 2014
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT continued…
Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership Program
(GGAL)
For current Grades 9-12. Summer programs in
Saint Paul, MN. ?s – Call Cheryl 651-646-3268,
Cheryl@womenofwise.org
FREE! FOR: Immigrant & refugee girls, & girls who are the children of
immigrants or refugees.
Late June – Late August 2013. Details not yet available. Will meet 4 days a week in
Saint Paul. Field trips, academics, reading, leadership development, speaking,
theater, PLUS create art projects that celebrate identity and culture. Bus tokens and
snacks PROBABLY provided. Info available SOON!.
St. Paul Academy and Summit School
Summer Programs
Sharpen your writing and critical thinking skills.
www.spa.edu –
Click Summer Programs 2014 on the right
Sports camps, too!
OTHER classes for elementary & middle
Debate Institute: July 21-25, 9am-4pm, Cost: $400. For: current Gr. 8-11. No
experience necessary.
Summer Leadership Institute: June 23-27, 9am-2pm, bring own lunch, Cost: $379,
For: current Gr. 9-11.
Writing/Harry Potter June 16-20, 9:00am-noon, Cost: $159. For current Gr. 5-11.
Writing the College Admission Essay – June 16-20, 9am-11:30am, Cost: $219. For
current 11 only.
Center for Hmong Arts and Talent
Youth Leadership Group (YLG)
In St. Paul
For youth ages 15–19.
info@aboutchat.org 651-603-6971
Community Service (CS)
Star Crew Leader
at YouthCARE =
JOB + SERVICE LEARNING
UPDATED May 9, 2014
YLG uses theater as a vehicle to foster leadership skills, encourage civic engagement
and heighten expectations for success after high school. The program is an intense
year-long program for youth who have extremely high potential but little opportunity
to reach that potential. The group meets regularly to discuss critical issues affecting
the Hmong community; select, plan and organize a theatrical campaign to address the
issue; and presents the campaign at a local theatre and tours to Universities,
conferences, organizational events and libraries. Through the process of creating &
implementing the campaign, youth develop skills in consensus & team-building,
leadership & follow-through, as well as marketing, producing and communitybuilding..www.aboutchat.org/programs/youthleadershipgroup/
FOR: Youth ages 14-18. Must be a RESIDENT of Saint Paul or Minneapolis, have
Social Security # and other form of ID. Work with local non-profit organizations to
identify specific community issues while serving with those organizations to address
those concerns. You will learn valuable LEADERSHIP, TEAM-BUILDING, and
CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS. Work with people of DIFFERENT
backgrounds, learn key information from COLLEGE and CAREER VISITS, and
prepare to have successful employment in the FUTURE. This job is 8 WEEKS
LONG, about 10 HOURS PER WEEK, at $7.25 PER HOUR.
?s - Nardos Tesfalidet, 612/338-1233 (ext.13) ntesfalidet@YouthCAREmn.org
http://www.youthcaremn.org/just-for-youth/forms-applications
Scroll down to YouthLEAD for application.
www.womenofwise.org
JUST Call or Email
Cheryl to Sign Up!
NO Scholarships
available for 2014
camps.
Apply today!
www.aboutchat.org
Due: May 15, 2014
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2014-2015 Young Women’s
Mentoring Program with
YouthCARE
AT
Little Earth Community in Minneapolis and
McDonough Community in St. Paul
Bezos Scholars Program
@ the Aspen Institute –
JUNIORS with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
www.bezosfamilyfoundation.org/scholars
Who can apply for Youth Mentoring? Young Women 15-18 years old living in or
near Little Earth and McDonough Homes, willing to be a mentor and positive role
model to younger girls, willing & able to commit to school and work. GET PAID
$7.25 per hour, June 2014 – May 2015. Summer: 15-20 hours/week, 3-4 days.
School Year: 9-12 hours/week, 3 weeknights/week & 1 Saturday/month. PLUS learn
financial management, goal setting, accessing college, healthy relationships, cross
cultural communication and CPR. ?s - Sarah Gerdes, sgerdes@youthcaremn.org or
call 612-338-1233.
www.youthcaremn.org/just-for-youth/forms-applications Application at the bottom.
Due: March 7, 2014
US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Test high on the PSAT, SAT or ACT. This
leadership development program inspires students and educators to put passion into
action. 15 public high school juniors and 15 dynamic educators will receive a sevenday, all-expenses-paid scholarship to attend the Aspen Ideas Festival, June 24 – July
3, 2014, in Colorado. Attend seminars, tutorials, lectures and debates. Share meals
and Scholars-only roundtable discussions with some of the most provocative
thinkers, writers, artists, entrepreneurs and change-makers from around the world.
Each day, dedicated leadership trainings help them understand themselves as leaders
and ahead: Create sustainable Local Ideas Festivals that will transform your school &
community back prepare them for the challenge home.
Due:
Feb. 18, 2014
VOLUNTEERING
For a LIST of OTHER opportunities, pick up chart in CCC or
Pay It Forward
High school multi-city & multi-day
community service tours
Carry out a service project in each city visited,
work with a variety of organizations, visit one
or two college campuses.
Science Museum of Minnesota –
Summer 2014 – Ages 16+
APPLY ONLINE!!
office: 651.221.9453
lrodewald@smm.org
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Saint Paul, Minnesota
FREE EMID TOUR = JULY 30 – AUGUST 3, 2014 for Current Grades 8-11.
Only 8 spots for SPPS. All other EMID Districts ALSO invited.
http://www.emid6067.net/summer.html = application. Transportation (help to
Maplewood/home HS may be provided) from Maplewood to Kansas City, MO.
Register online or by paper at www.summer.spps.org ?s Darren.Ginther@spps.org
ALL OTHER TOURS
Go to www.stlf.net and type in your zip code. For: up to 35 students and 5-7 college
student and adult leaders. Go from city to city. Cost: $300, or $285 if register less
than 6 weeks before tour. $100 non-refundable down payment required to reserve
your spot. Need a scholarship? Email financialaid@stlf.net to receive an
application/learn more. Contact Caitlin@stlf.net or Call 612-276-2003.
http://www.smm.org/volunteer/opportunities FREE parking + other benefits!
Experiment Gallery Specialist –
Managing Light and Math Moves (Trainings: May 17 & May 31, 9am-noon)
Visitor Services (Training TBD)
Aquatics Invertebrates Interpreter (manage microscopes, teach ecology
Trainings: May 15 & May 22, 6pm-9pm)
Activate Volunteer (get guests involved in activities/have fun  Training TBD).
Check SPPS EMAIL, or
amy.samelian@spps.org
NEW DEADLINE:
MAY 18, 2014
Harding students went
last year and it was
GREAT!
All are welcome!
New Volunteer
Orientation for ALL
=
Thursday, May 8
from 6-9pm.
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COLLEGE &/OR CAREER EXPLORATION
St. Kate’s First Step Summer
Institute in St. Paul
10th /11th grade women of color only
?s - Carolyn Jackson 651-690-6226
cajackson@stkate.edu
H.O.P.E. Academy 2014 – FREE!
St. Catherine University. Experience first hand what college life is like. Who: 10th
& 11th grade women of color, 2.75GPA. When: July 7-10 or July 14-17. Live on
campus for the week. 26 spots per session.
Cost: FREE. Application, short essay, personal statement. 2 recommendation forms
filled out + official transcript mailed by Counselor, CCC staff or recommender.
www.stkate.edu/pages/mips/first_step.php
For CURRENT Gr. 9-12.
Harnessing Opportunities through Post-Secondary
Education
Live at Winona State University June 18 – June 28, 2014. Housing, supplies and
meals provided! Co-ed Male Academy and Female Academy. College and
University Academic Courses, Preparedness Workshops and Testing, First Aid
Training and Certification, Leadership Seminar. ?s - Email Alexander Hines
ahines@winona.edu or Xao Vang at XVang@winona.edu OR call #507-457-5595.
http://www.winona.edu/inclusion-diversity/hopeacademy.asp
www.winona.edu/inclusiondiversity/Images/HOPE_Academy_2014_Application_Packet.pdf
Youth Career Awareness Program (YCAP)
Current 11th-12th
RECEIVE up to $600 upon successful
completion.
If choose to attend Dunwoody College, get
$10,000 per year!
www.dunwoody.edu/ycap
2.5 GPA or higher required.
Carleton Liberal Arts Experience
(CLAE)
10th grade / African American / competitive
Summer Academic Enrichment Program – FREE!
3 Harding students selected in the past.
Transportation provided.
Northfield, MN = about one hour south of the
Cities
www.carleton.edu/summer/clae
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship –
for JUNIORS
FULL SCHOLARSHIPS & other opportunities
UPDATED May 9, 2014
FREE! At Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis. Learn about
technical careers, develop leadership skills, build self-esteem, & cultivate an
appreciation for the importance of academic excellence, both in high school
&college. Free bus card. June 16-July 25, 9am-3pm, + year-round fun. Applications
in the CCC and online. ?s Contact Arcelle Taylor at Ph: (612) 381-3351 or 612-4623001. You may scan application and send via email to her at ataylor@dunwoody.edu
OR fax to 612-374-4128 OR mail this in.
July 5- July 11 at Carleton College in Northfield, MN. 50 Sophomores from all over
the US, in the top 25% of class taking or planning to take an advanced curriculum
(IB or AP) who are involved in activities.
Students of African American descent or students interested in African culture
are encouraged. Courses may include DNA Fingerprinting, Economics, Writing,
The Achievement Gap, Religion and the Black Freedom Struggle, Motown and
American Culture + ACT/SAT prep workshops. FUN! You must provide at least 1
letter of recommendation from an ACADEMIC teacher, your transcript + answer 6
essay ?s. Apply ONLINE or by PAPER: OPTIONAL Nomination form for adult to
fill out online or by paper (different from Academic Teacher Recommendation).
Application may be sent by fax, email, or mail. clae@carleton.edu / 1-800-995-2275
40 spots at college summer programs at Harvard, Penn, Stanford, Yale, etc. for high
achieving, low-income students, and other awards, including free campus tours,
mentoring, and more! www.questbridge.org
Due:
May 5, 2014
Deadline
May 31, 2014
Due: Tuesday,
April 15, 2014
PLUS
YOU get PAID $$
Nomination (optional)
&
Application
With Rec/Transcript
ALL DUE:
April 1, 2014.
Due: March 26, 2014
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Telluride Association Summer Program (TASP)
FREE!
FOR: JUNIORS interested in college-level
seminars.
VERY competitive. FREE experience on a college
campus!
?s - email telluride@tellurideassociation.org
Telluride Association Sophomore Seminar
(TASS) FREE
For 36 exceptionally promising 10th grade
African-American, other historical minorities, or
those with an interest in African American studies
http://tass.tellurideassociation.org
UPDATED May 9, 2014
Only 16-18 students per session. 6 weeks, 3 hours a day, 5 days a week. June 22 –
August 2, 2014 at either Cornell University in New York (Music, Dance & Light, or
Race and the Limits of Law in America) or the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
(Modernism through Modern Art and Theatre, or Identity and Belonging from
Primates to Posthumans). Extensive discussion, public speaking, writing and more.
This is a very intense academic and intellectual experience. Application includes
ESSAYS but NO transcript is required. Semifinalists are interviewed. All expenses
paid EXCEPT for transportation to the host college. However, students with financial
need may request financial aid to cover reasonable transportation costs. In addition,
they may get a $500 stipend to replace summer earnings lost while at the Seminar.
http://www.tasp.tellurideassociation.org/programs/high_school_students.html
Experience college seminars re: the histories and cultural experiences of people of African descent and
other topics that address diversity in society. FULL scholarship to participate in a free, 6-week seminar
June 22 – August 2. Full travel scholarships available to the site. Meet with 18 other students in a small
residence hall at a host university & participate in an academic seminar led by 2 university scholars.
Indiana University Health Disparities: The Importance of Gender, Race/Ethnicity, and Social Class or
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Comparing and Performing Black Theatre. Read, write, discuss, +
public speaking, computer instruction, field trips, mentoring, & field trips. Essays, transcript &
recommendation letter. Finalists interviewed in March and April, final decision in May.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Paper application
Postmark
due: Jan. 17, 2014
Online application.
due: Jan. 20, 2014
by 11:59pm EST.
Paper application
Postmark due
Jan. 8, 2014
Online application
due: Jan. 9, 2014
by 11:59pm EST
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DIRECTORY
Page 1 = WEBSITE LINKS to great SUMMER CAMPS & DATABASES
Page 2 & Page 3 = SAINT PAUL PARKS & REC INFO
Page 4 = SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Collaborations  EMID, YOUniversity, COMMUNITY EDUCATION, GAP
Page 5 = YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, Urban 4-H Youth Development, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts
Page 6 = MN OHE Summer Stipend Info., Macalester Institute for Talented Youth, Minneapolis Comm. & Tech College Teen Career Exploration Classes
Page 7 = U of M-TC Youth & Community Programs for Ages 5-15, Other U of M, MULTIPLE SUBJECTS at AREA SCHOOLS -> Friends School,
Mounds Park Academy, The Blake School
Page 8 = Multiple Subjects Continued…Saint Paul Academy / CAMPS & RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES, Groves, MN Life,
True Friends Camps, Saint Paul Parks and Rec.
Page 9 = Low Cost Summer Camps + Youth Jobs / Neighborhood House summer camps for Teens / ANIMALS, VETERINARY MEDICINE
Page 10 & Page 11 = ART & ARCHITECTURE
Page 12 = ART & ARCHITECTURE
Page 13 =AVIATION / BUSINESS, FINANCE, ACCOUNTING
Page 14 = CHESS CAMP / DEBATE, SPEECH
Page 15 & Page 16 = ENVIRONMENTAL, OUTDOORS, CAMPING, and CONSERVATION
Page 17 = ENVIRONMENTAL, OUTDOORS, CAMPING, and CONSERVATION / FOREIGN LANGUAGE CAMP – Concordia Language Villages
Page 17 & Page 18 & Page 19 = JOURNALISM, FILM MAKING, PHOTOGRAPHY, + ART
Page 20 = LAW, LAW ENFORCEMENT / MEDICAL CAREERS EXPLORATION, NURSING
Page 20 & Page 21 & Page 22 = MEDICAL CAREERS EXPLORATION, NURSING
Page 23 = MEDIEVAL HISTORY, HISTORY / MUSIC, MUSIC COMPOSITION
Page 24 = MUSIC, MUSIC COMPOSITION / MUSICAL THEATER, THEATER, SHOW CHOIR, SPOKEN WORD, & CIRCUS
Page 25 = MUSICAL THEATER, THEATER, SHOW CHOIR, SPOKEN WORD, & CIRCUS
Page 26 = MUSICAL THEATER, THEATER, SHOW CHOIR, SPOKEN WORD, & CIRCUS / Political Science, Economics, Psychology, more Speech
Page 27 = Political Science, Economics, Psychology, more Speech / SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, MATH, COMPUTERS
Page 28, Page 29, Page 30, Page 31, & Page 32 = SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, MATH, COMPUTERS
Page 33 = TEACHING / WRITING, VERBAL DEVELOPMENT, READING, & TUTORING
Page 34 = TUTORING / NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES, including Study Abroad
Page 35 = NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES, including Study Abroad
Page 35 & Page 36 & Page 37 & Page 38 = LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT – World Without Genocide, Minnesota Historical Society, Policy Leadership Camp,
LEDA, NHYLI, Saint Paul Youth Commission, CAMP EMID Youth Institute,
Pay It Forward Leadership Camps, Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership program,
SPA Leadership Inst., CHAT YLG, YouthCare Community Service Stars, YouthCARE Young Women’s Mentoring, Bezos Scholars
Page 38 = VOLUNTEERING  Pay It Forward multi-city tour, Science Museum of MN
Page 39 = COLLEGE &/or CAREER EXPLORATION
Page 40 = COLLEGE &/or CAREER EXPLORATION
Page 40 & Page 41 = Directory
UPDATED May 9, 2014
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