Academic Excellence courses are the perfect way to sharpen your skills from the comfort of home. We are excited to have a multitude of offerings in various domains for elementary and middle school students to choose from.
Join us for 10 weeks of fun and summer adventure!
From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM from Monday to Thursday every week, we will venture into new territories that expand the students’ imagination and learning.
Schedule: 10 weeks (Monday to Thursday) of summer camps
Timings: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Plymouth Community Center / St. Barnabas Church
Morning Camp: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon Camp: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Levels: Students will be grouped based on prior programming exposure and their skill level for the programming courses. For all other courses, students are grouped based on elementary/middle-school.
Elementary - Grades 4 to 5 Middle - Grades 6 to 8
Camp Information
Get ready to have fun. Even though the camps include learning concepts, we keep the camps fun and interactive. Students will explore new topics in a friendly and fun environment. The students will be grouped based on their maturity level.
Week 1 (June 8 - 11)
AM - MN Computer Programming I - Python Programming
Introductory-level course where students will learn the basics of Python programming through fun exercises. The course also blends computer science concepts using Python. Introduces the students to a wider range of topics, including number operators, variables, errors, output, input, random numbers, conditionals, and loops. Whether the students are new to programming or have prior coding experience, we will group them based on their individual skill level. With fun guided hands-on projects, students will be able to explore the world of Python.
Each student should have access to a computer or tablet for hands-on activities.
PM - MN STEM CAMP I
Engineering is all about creating, building, and making things better! So what does it take to be an engineer? If you like math and science, you are off to a great start. If you enjoy discovering new things, solving problems, and learning how things work - even better! Creativity, persistence, and the desire to make the world a better place are also important qualities. Becoming an engineer requires hard work and a good education.
Our summer program will be a great start to your career in science and engineering.
MN STEM Summer Camp is a four-day, fun-filled program designed to ignite interest for STEM learning. In an interactive environment, students from grades 2 to 6 obtain hands-on learning experience in Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering. Students will be placed in level-appropriate groups to enhance their experience. Using design and pattern association techniques, puzzles and games, students explore the application of math concepts. Students see Math applied to real-world situations and will learn to tackle different challenges.
Each MN STEM offering will have distinct content and is geared towards providing unending fun and learning.
Week 2 (June 15 - 18)
AM - Geography Bee
The Geography Bee camp will help students prepare for competitions while also getting a broad-based education in the physical, political, economic, and cultural geography of the world we live in. This understanding will aid them in their middle school and high school and allows for a clearer comprehension of life within and outside of the United States. The fun way of finding pathways to succeed in math and science.
PM - Science Bowl
This summer camp enables students to learn core science concepts through fun science bowl-related activities. Students will explore various branches of science and will share their findings with the class. The camp will culminate with a friendly competition where students will be quizzed on multiple-choice and short-answer questions in the categories of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space, Energy, and Math. If you want your child to excel in the sciences or become prepared for a STEM-related career, this summer camp is an apt fit. Let’s have fun learning about and exploring science!
Week 3 (June 22 - 25)
AM - Computer Programming II - Python
Introductory-level course where students will learn the basics of Python programming with fun projects. Introduces the students to a wider range of topics, including number operators, variables, errors, output, input, random numbers, conditionals, and loops. Students who are already exposed to these areas will explore the next level of topics like functions, dictionaries, and file operations. Students will work on projects like building adventure games, tic-tac-toe, guess the number, or one of our many fun projects. Even with no prior experience with programming, learn to code your own graphics and games and create animated stories.
Each student should have access to a computer or tablet for hands-on activities.
PM - Speech and Debate
What’s the point of having a million brilliant ideas if you can’t communicate them effectively?
In this workshop, students will learn how to give a unique, precise, and effective voice to their thoughts. They will delve into various aspects of story writing. They will learn to follow a narrative arc, setting scenes by showing vs. telling, building tension by focusing on just the right details, creating credible dialogue, and more.
They will also learn to communicate in front of an audience. This camp will be packed with fun and interactive activities to expose beginners to the art of public speaking and writing. This camp will teach the student presentation skills, audience connectedness, control of speaking anxiety, vocal variety, and the use of non-verbal communication techniques.
Initiating these skills right from elementary grades solidifies the foundation on which students can flourish, both academically and socially, in high school and beyond.
Week 4 (July 6 - 9)
AM - Spelling Bee and Vocabulary Bee
Widen your vocabulary through analysis of word roots and meaning. Gain Spelling Bee tournament experience and skills that will help you become a dominant speller!
PM - Math Bee
This summer camp enables students to learn core math concepts through fun math bee activities. Through fun online games, students practice the most common mathematical problems relevant to their age. The camp will culminate with a friendly competition where students will be quizzed on multiple-choice and short-answer questions in Math. If you want your child to excel in math or become prepared for a STEM-related career, this summer camp is an apt fit.
Let’s have fun learning about and exploring math!
Week 5 (July 13 - 16)
AM - Al and Machine Learning: The Basics
This week-long summer camp is designed to introduce elementary and middle school students to the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Through fun, interactive, and hands-on activities, participants will explore how AI works and how it impacts the world around them. No prior coding or AI knowledge required!
What Students Will Learn:
- Core concepts of AI and ML explained simply.
- How machines learn from data.
- Hands-on experience with beginner-friendly tools.
- Creative and critical thinking skills.
Each student should have access to a computer or tablet for hands-on activities.
PM - MN STEM - Camp II
Engineering is all about creating, building, and making things better! So what does it take to be an engineer? If you like math and science, you are off to a great start. If you enjoy discovering new things, solving problems, and learning how things work - even better! Creativity, persistence, and the desire to make the world a better place are also important qualities. Becoming an engineer requires hard work and a good education.
Our summer program will be a great start to your career in science and engineering.
MN STEM Summer Camp is a four-day fun-filled program designed to ignite interest in STEM. In an interactive environment, students from grades 2 to 6 obtain hands-on learning experience in Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering. Students will be placed in level-appropriate groups to enhance their experience. Using design and pattern association techniques, puzzles and games, students explore the application of math concepts. Students see Math applied to real-world situations and will learn to tackle different challenges.
Each MN STEM offering will have distinct content and is geared towards providing unending fun and learning.
Week 6 (July 20 - 23)
AM - Speech and Debate
What’s the point of having a million brilliant ideas if you can’t communicate them effectively?
In this workshop, students will learn how to give a unique, precise, and effective voice to their thoughts. They will delve into various aspects of story writing. They will learn to follow a narrative arc, setting scenes by showing vs. telling, building tension by focusing on just the right details, creating credible dialogue, and more.
They will also learn to communicate in front of an audience. This camp will be packed with fun and interactive activities to expose beginners to the art of public speaking and writing. This camp will teach the student presentation skills, audience connectedness, control of speaking anxiety, vocal variety, and the use of non-verbal communication techniques.
Initiating these skills right from elementary grades solidifies the foundation on which students can flourish, both academically and socially, in high school and beyond.
The first half of the day will focus on Speech and Debate and Creative Writing in the second half.
PM - Creative Writing
Spark imagination and build confident young writers in our Creative Writing Summer Camp! Students explore storytelling through fun, age-appropriate activities like brainstorming, character creation, dialogue, poetry, and short stories. Guided by experienced instructors, campers learn how to organize ideas, expand vocabulary, and express themselves clearly—while enjoying games, prompts, and collaborative sharing.
Designed for both elementary and middle school students, the camp nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and a love for writing in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Whether your child is a budding author or just discovering their voice, this camp helps them turn ideas into engaging stories and communicate with confidence.