
Spring Break Camps
NCPRD’s spring break camps help foster a love of science and engineering, while teaching kids exciting new skills in a fun and supportive environment. Registration for in-district residents opens on Feb. 4, and for non-residents on Feb. 11.
STEAMVentures: Blast Off Rocket Camp
Ages 9-12. A rocket a day keeps the boredom away! Want to build and fly your very own model rocket? You can! In this camp designed to introduce students to the exciting world of model rocketry, you will learn how to effectively construct and safely launch your own model rocket in a safe and supervised environment. Whether you’re experienced in model building or not, you will get your chance to watch your rocket soar into the air.
Location: Milwaukie Community Center
Fee: NCPRD, $205; non-resident, $256
Time/Date: 1-4 p.m. M-F 3/24-3/28
STEAMVentures: Rockets and the Science of Things That Fly
Ages 6-9. Up, up and away! Have you ever wondered how gliders, planes, rockets and space shuttles soar in the air? Students will learn about the fundamentals of flying and discover the four forces of flight through experimenting with paper airplanes and model rockets. This class will also introduce students to model rocketry, including how to effectively construct and safely launch their own model rocket.
Location: Milwaukie Community Center
Fee: NCPRD, $205; non-resident, $256
Time/Date: 9 a.m.-noon M-F 3/24-3/28
Play-Well: Pokémon Master Engineering using LEGO Materials
Ages 5-7. Calling all Pokémon trainers! With the Pokémon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well Instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokémon, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokémon, and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokémon Master. Come along on our journey to catch ‘em all!
Location: Milwaukie Community Center
Fee: NCPRD, $205; non-resident, $256
Time/Date: 9 a.m.-noon M-F 3/24-3/28
Play-Well: Minecraft Engineering using LEGO Materials
Ages 7-12. Bring your favorite Minecraft adventures to life with our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors. In a Minecraft world powered by LEGO® resources, we will build shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield, and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it.
Location: Milwaukie Community Center
Fee: NCPRD, $205; non-resident, $256
Time/Date: 1-4 p.m. M-F 3/24-3/28