Summer Camps

Day camps will be held during the weeks of June 12 through August 4, 2023 at Penn State Fayette’s campus.

Penn State Fayette’s Summer Youth Programs offer a wide variety of fun-filled, academic learning for youth and teens in grades 1-12. Our instructors are highly qualified, experienced professionals, who provide a fun, safe, and educational experience through innovative learning, experiments, hands-on activities, and games, with some adventure along the way!

Lunch Provided for all Camps

Discount for families registering in three or more camps–use MULTI3 discount code.
Limited time $20 discount for students who register in a sports camp–use code Lions23

Grades 1 through 3

Jurassic Camp: In this camp, we will travel through prehistoric times to explore all things dino and learn what the world was like when these giant creatures walked the Earth. Get ready to dig deep.
June 12 to 16, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Jurassic Camp

On The Go Camp: Oh the places you can go! In this week’s camp, students will explore various types of transportation, from cars to trains to planes and more! Ready, set, go wild for a week of all things fast and fun!
June 26 to 30, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for On The Go Camp

Jump into the Jungle: Be an explorer! Students will learn about different animals, plants, and other things that can be found in the jungle. Put on your safari hats as we explore together!
July 10 to 14, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Jump into the Jungle

Wild Weather: Become a meteorologist for the week in this wild weather camp! Through hands-on activities and experiments, students will learn about everyday weather conditions and extreme natural weather disasters.
July 17 to 21, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Wild Weather

Under The Sea: Students will explore all about the ocean and its various animals and creatures. We will do a variety of activities to dive deep down and find out what goes on under the waves!
July 24 to 28, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Under the Sea

A Land Far, Far Away: Learn about myths and fairytales and the science behind them. Create crafts, read books, build a leprechaun trap, make a gumdrop bridge and a Cinderella carriage as just a few activities.
July 31 to Aug. 4, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for A Land Far, Far Away

Grades 4 through 6

Walk Like an Egyptian: This week students will be going back in time to learn about life in ancient Egypt while getting to make their own pyramid, mummy, and Canopic jar.
June 12 to 16, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Walk Like an Egyptian

Animal Kingdom: It is time to let out your wild side and explore the Animal Kingdom. This week we will be learning about animals through projects, crafts, and more. From the wilds of the jungle to our own backyard we will discover the animals that inhabit our world and walk alongside us.
June 19 to 23, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Animal Kingdom

It's All Greek This Week: This week students will be traveling to ancient Greece to learn about Greek mythology, customs, and history.
June 19 to 23, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for It’s All Greek

This Blue Earth: This week we will be showing love to our home sweet home, Earth! From experiments to art to nature walks, we will find many ways to appreciate and care for our world, and truly enjoy the things it offers us.
June 26 to 30, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for This Blue Earth

Around the World: Come on an adventure around the world. In this camp, we will be exploring different countries and their cultures. We will learn their location, take virtual tours, make crafts, and maybe even try come foods.
July 10 to 14, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Around the World

Mad Science: Become a “mad scientist” for a week! Students will work with various kitchen ingredients to make some fantastic (and messy!) experiments.
July 17 to 21, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Costs: $189
Register for Mad Science

Washington on Your Side: This week is all about America’s first president George Washington. Students will be learning about Washington in the French and Indian war as well as Washington’s role in the founding of our country.
July 17 to 21, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Washington On Your Side

Welcome to the Jungle: Learn about the rainforest and the animals in it. We will create our own jungle, participate in rainforest yoga and bingo, take a virtual tour and create a diorama. Come join us for this wild adventure.
July 17 to 21, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Welcome to the Jungle

Energy and Magnetism: Students investigate electricity and magnetism as related effects and engage in engineering design while learning useful applications of electromagnetism in everyday life. Students conduct controlled experiments by incrementally changing variables to determine how to make an electromagnet stronger. They investigate how the amount of energy transfer changes when balls of different masses hit a stationary object. Students explore energy transfer through waves (repeating patterns of motion) that results in sound and motion. They gather information about how energy and fuels are derived from natural resources and how that affects the environment. They explore alternative sources of energy that use renewal resources.
July 24 to 28, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Energy and Magnetism

Blue and Grey Bash: This week students will be learning about the American Civil War. This will include battles, key figures, life of the soldiers and ending the week with a civil war escape room.
July 24 to 28, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost $189
Register for Blue and Grey Bash

Scratch!: Do you enjoy video games? Join us for creating, playing, sharing, and learning all about video games through the Scratch program.
July 31 to Aug. 4, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Scratch!

Grades 6-8

Monopoly for Middle Schoolers: Do you love money? In this hands-on camp you will learn about spending, saving, earning, and using money in our everyday world. Join us for fun and exciting activities all about finance.
July 17 to 21, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Monopoly for Middle Schoolers

Grades 8-10

WE ARE Entrepreneurs!–Penn State’s version of the “Shark Tank”. Students will explore entrepreneurial activities, design a new product/service and develop a business pitch.
July 31 to Aug 4, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
This camp is being sponsored in part by the Fayette LaunchBox. The Fayette LaunchBox is a no-cost business accelerator designed to connect early-stage startups with the resources and support necessary for growth. To learn more about the Fayette LaunchBox visit our website at https://fayette.psu.edu/launchbox
Registration for Entrepreneurs

Grades 9-12

Penn State Bookstore STEM Camp-The STEM camp is a week of hands-on educational programming that will focus on the practical application of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in everyday life. This camp is designed for students entering ninth to twelfth grades. Students will have the opportunity to collaborate on academic exploration with Penn State faculty and industry professionals in project-based activities that foster creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
June 26 to 30, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.,
Cost: Free
Register for June STEM Camp

Sports Camps Grades 8-12

Limited time $20 discount for students who register in a sports camp–use code Lions23

Be a Nittany Lion! Join the Fayette Family and register for Summer Sports Camps hosted by Penn State Fayette Athletics. Registrants will receive instruction from the Penn State Fayette Athletics coaching staff in state-of-the-art college facilities with special appearances from members of our college sport teams. The camps offers a combination of sport-specific instruction and a youth athletic performance clinic focusing on the foundations of exercise and athleticism for youth of all skill and athletic abilities.

  • Girls Softball Camp
    June 12 and 13, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Cost: $100
    Register for Girls Softball
  • Girls Basketball Camp
    June 12 and 13, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Cost: $100
    Register for Girls Basketball
  • Boys Basketball Camp
    June 19 and 20, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Cost: $100
    Register for Boys Basketball
  • Boys Baseball Camp
    June 19 and 20, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Cost: $100
    Register for Boys Baseball

    The fastest and best way to register is online.

    If you have questions regarding the online registration process or experience difficulties with registration, please contact the Non-Credit Registration Office at 814-867-4973 or [email protected] for assistance.

    For questions regarding the camps, contact the Penn State Fayette Office of Outreach and Continuing Education staff.

    Lynne Roy
    Summer Youth Camp Coordinator
    [email protected]

    Cancellation Policy

    If you must cancel a camp registration, please notify Penn State Fayette, Office of Outreach and Continuing Education, in writing a minimum of one week in advance of the start of the camp. A course fee refund is subject to a $20 administrative fee for the cancellation of the camp. No refund will be issued after start date.

    Currently planning on-campus, face-to-face camps for all grades. This is subject to change due to COVID-19 health and safety regulations.

    To sign up for additional communication, email [email protected] or call 724-430-4211

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