The Office of Outreach and Continuing Education at Penn State Fayette hosts fun and educational summer youth programs! Located on campus with beautiful landscaping and modern facilities, children and teens will enjoy hands-on activities created by highly qualified instructors. Lunch is provided to all participants.
Grades 1 through 3
Around the World in Five Days: Pack your bags for an adventure! Explore various cultures from art to cuisine, and everything in between. Discover what it’s like to live in different countries through hands-on activities. June 10-14, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. This program is no longer open for registration.
Time to Design!: Unleash your creativity by learning design principles and building your own projects. From skyscrapers to mazes, discover construction techniques and create your designs. June 24-28, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. This program is no longer open for registration.
In Our Summer Camp Era: Calling all Swifties! Enjoy a week of Taylor Swift-themed activities, including crafts, projects, dancing, and singalongs. Perfect for fans ready to "Shake It Off" and have "The Best Day" every day. June 24-28, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. This program is no longer open for registration.
Carnival Craze: Explore the physics behind carnival rides and engage in STEM activities. Enjoy a mix of games, arts, and crafts with a carnival theme. July 8-12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Carnival Craze.
Out of this World: Space cadets will embark on a week of space exploration through crafts and activities. July 8-12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Out of this World.
Every Day is a Holiday: Celebrate various holidays through themed activities and crafts, from Halloween to the Fourth of July. July 15-19, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Every Day is a Holiday.
Wild About Safari: Discover wildlife and nature through crafts and games in our African Safari adventure. July 15-19, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Wild About Safari.
Reasons for the Seasons: Explore the science behind the seasons through themed activities for each, from winter to fall. July 22-26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Reasons for the Seasons.
Winter in July: Experience winter activities and learn about the season's characteristics. July 22-26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Winter In July.
Grades 4 through 6
This Blue Earth: Embrace Earth through experiments, art, and nature walks. July 8-12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for This Blue Earth.
Let’s Go Camping: Prepare for outdoor adventures with map-making, t-shirt design, and canoe school. July 8-12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Let’s Go Camping.
Holiday Hoopla: Experience a year of holidays in one week, from St. Patrick's Day to Halloween. July 15-19, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Holiday Hoopla.
Ahoy, Mateys!: Dive into pirate life with activities like making foam hats and designing pirate ships. July 15-19, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Ahoy, Mateys.
Watt About Energy?: Explore electromagnetism through experiments and learn about energy conservation. July 22-26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for Watt About Energy.
A Beach Day Shore Sounds Fun: Enjoy beach-themed activities, including sandcastle building and ocean crafts. July 22-26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. Register for A Beach Day Shore Sounds Fun.
Grades 8-11
A Summer in the Shark Tank: Dive into entrepreneurship with Penn State’s version of “Shark Tank.” Students design a product or service and develop a business pitch, exploring entrepreneurial roles and engaging with industry professionals. July 22-26, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $189. This program is sponsored by the Fayette LaunchBox, a no-cost business accelerator for early-stage startups. Learn more at fayette.psu.edu/launchbox or register for A Summer in the Shark Tank.
Grades 9-12
Penn State Bookstore STEM Camp: This free program offers hands-on educational programming focused on the practical application of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in everyday life. Designed for students entering grades 9-12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Participants will collaborate with Penn State faculty and industry professionals on project-based activities that foster creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. This program is no longer open for registration.
Athletic programming for young women
Girls Basketball Prospect Day: This high-intensity program provides prospective players a glimpse into the life of a student-athlete at Penn State Fayette. Participants will work with the coaching staff, interact with current players, and experience the demands of college-level competition. The day includes evaluations and an overview of what makes Fayette’s Women’s Basketball program unique. Open to high school girls graduating in 2024, 2025, and 2026. June 30, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Cost: $55. Register for Prospect Day.
Lunch Provided for all Summer Youth Programming
Families registering for three or more programs can use the discount code "MULTI3."
Questions on registration and more
If you have questions regarding the online registration process or experience difficulties with registration, please contact the Penn State Outreach Non-Credit Registration Office at 814-867-4973 or [email protected] for assistance.
For questions regarding the programs, contact Lynne Roy, summer youth program coordinator with Penn State Fayette's Office of Outreach and Continuing Education, at [email protected] or 724-430-4211.
For questions regarding summer youth counselor and instructor employment opportunities, contact Melissa Brownfield-Andrews, education program coordinator with Penn State Fayette's Office of Outreach and Continuing Education, at [email protected] or 724-430-4211.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel a registration, please notify Penn State Fayette's Office of Outreach and Continuing Education in writing at least one week before the program start date. A course fee refund will be subject to a $20 administrative fee. No refunds will be issued after the start date. All programs are on-campus and face-to-face for all grades.
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