CROOKSTON,
Minn. – Learn how to answer questions using science, develop questions
in an area of interest, conduct an experiment, or learn to interpret
results of an experiment during Science Summer Camp. The Science Summer
Camps will be held at the University of Minnesota Crookston on Monday,
August 1 through Friday, August 5 and is designed for young scientists
in grades 6-9 and another running at the same time for those in grades 10-12 as well as science teachers. Registration for the camps is $90 before July 15 and $100 after July 15. Register at www.umcrookston.edu/camps
Housing
is available on campus for $170 for the week and includes evening
activities, supervision, along with room and board. Daily sessions begin
at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3 p.m. except for Friday which includes
poster and oral presentations and concludes at noon. For every five
student registrations, one teacher registration is free. Parents and
teachers may attend all week but are encouraged to attend the final day.
Studies show that
participation in science fair projects increases standardized test
scores in the sciences. Participation in a regional science fair can
result in trips to the state fair and the international fair along with
awards and recognition. For more information on the Science Summer Camps
at the U of M Crookston, contact Katy Smith, Ph.D., 218-281-8262.
