Maquoketa Innovate 120 in coordination and collaboration with Maquoketa middle and high school science and STEM teachers invite incoming first through eighth graders in the fall to a summer of fun science-based learning. All new for 2024, four classes will be offered this year at the Innovate 120 campus in downtown Maquoketa.
The camps, as was the case last year, run Monday through Thursday of camp week from 1 – 4 pm each day. On Thursdays at the end of camp, family and friends are invited to an open house to learn about what each student learned. Light refreshments will be served after the program. Camp registration is required, and a $ 25 student participation fee is due the first day of camp. Scholarships are available for those interested.
Snacks are provided to the campers each day along with a collectable, custom designed camp t-shirt. These camps are on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. Go to www.innovate120.org to register.
Session One runs June 10 – 13 and is for incoming 3rd and 4th graders for the 24/25 school year. The Shocking Science of Electricity will be taught by Mrs. Ruden and assisted by Mrs. Johannsen.
Session Two is for incoming 1st and 2nd graders featuring the Science of Magic taught by Mr. Gavin from June 17 – 20th. Middle school STEM teacher, Mrs. Wold will be assisting in this class.
Incoming 5th and 6th graders will be treated to a course titled Medical Detectives July 8th through 11th. This program is taught by Mrs. Johannsen and assisted by Mrs. Ruden. We will also have a special guest in this class. Jean Renner Hayes, former chief Nursing Officer and interim CEO of the Jackson County Regional Health Center will be providing some hands-on experience for these 5th and 6th graders.
Lastly, we have an additional class for incoming 5th through 8th graders titled UX Design Jr. the week of July 15th – 18th. This class is taught by Mrs. Wold, assisted by Mr. Gavin.
Our educators are fired up and excited to share their carefully curated new classes with enthused students as part of their summer activities.
