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!
Come join the fun!
The fastest and best way to register is online.
Seats are limited due to COVID space limitations. Early registration is recommended.
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]
Sandy Quarrick
Education Program Coordinator
[email protected]
724-430-4211
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.
Grades 1-3
- Go for the Gold
Join us for a week of learning a brief history of the Olympics while participating in your own Olympic events and competitions.
Dates: July 6–9
Time: 9:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Go for the Gold - Around the World in Five Days
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a different country? Students will explore various cultures around the world from art to cuisine, and everything in between.
Dates: July 12–16
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Around the World in Five Days
Grades 4-6
- How Does Your Garden Grow?
This camp encourages a love of nature and gardening. Students will learn how to plant, grow, and nurture a vegetable garden while helping Penn State Fayette tend to their campus community garden.
Dates: July 6–9
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for How Does Your Garden Grow - Science and Robotics I
Join us for a week of creating video games from SCRATCH I and Jr. Robotics Academy with LEGO WeDo.
Dates: July 19–23
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Science and Robotics I
Grades 6-8
- Science Behind the Magic
Are you waiting for an owl to deliver your letter from Hogwarts? Join us for a week of wizarding where you will learn how to make magic into reality.
Dates: July 19–23
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Science Behind the Magic
Grades 6-9
- Welcome to the Lion’s Den
Penn State Fayette’s version of the “Shark Tank." Students will explore entrepreneurial activities, design a new product/service, and develop a business pitch.
Dates: June 28–July 2
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $189
Register for Welcome to the Lion's Den
Grades 9-12
- Chevron STEM Camp
A week of hands-on educational programming that focuses on the practical application of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in everyday life.
Dates: July 26–30
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Register for Chevron STEM Camp
To sign up for additional communication, email [email protected] or call 724-430-4211