Penn State Hazleton summer youth programs offer students a fun-filled approach to academic and athletic camps during the summer months. We offer summer camps for elementary, middle and high school students. Please note the dates, times and locations for the various camps.

Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and for the safety of our campers, in-person summer youth camps are cancelled until further notice. However, the SAT Prep Course will be offered online. See details below.

Please check back for more remote camp offerings as they are being developed or contact Debra Conway for additional details.

June 29 to August 20

SAT Prep Course (online)
Learn about the SAT format and get test taking tips! Reading and writing: learn and practice the different kinds of reading and writing passages found on the SAT. Math: learn and practice all of the different math skills on the SAT. 
 
This program will be instructed using remote learning through Zoom. Students can join classes virtually from any device. Students will receive instructions and zoom information prior to the start of class.
 
Features:
  • Course materials that are practical and relevant for the revised SAT
  • Homework assignments between classes
  • Sample SAT exams

Dates:  Mondays and Thursdays, June 29 through August 13.
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Math: June 29, July 6, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27.
Verbal: July 2, 9, 30, August 3, 6, 10, 13.
Fee:  $350  Register before May 29!  Pay $299. 
Registration now for the SAT Prep Course.

  • Summer 2020 Youth Camps - Sports

June 29 to July 3

Boys' Basketball 
Develop and improve your basketball skills. Our staff, dedicated to the highest ideals of sports conduct and play, base their philosophy on the premise that excellence in basketball, as in life, requires hard work and perseverance.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Grades: 3-9
Fee: $115    Register before May 31! Pay $99.
Register now for Boys' Basketball. 

July 6 to July 10

Youth Developmental Soccer 
The Youth Soccer Development Camp will offer five days of soccer skill training. Our NSCAA-certified coaching staff will develop and implement all training sessions. Work with current Penn State Hazleton men’s and women’s soccer coaches and players to improve fundamental skills.
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Grades: 3-9
Fee: $115   Register before May 25! Pay $99.
Register now for Youth Soccer. 

Girls' Basketball 
Welcome to Penn State Girls’ Basketball School, a great opportunity for growth and success in your game! Our staff is composed of enthusiastic, caring, hard-working Penn State coaches, who will work with the campers on basketball fundamentals and team concepts of the game. Improve your basketball skills while having fun at the same time. In addition to teaching basic skills, the staff will provide opportunities for daily competitions.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Grades: 3-9
Fee: $115   Register before June 8! Pay $99.
Register now for Girls' Basketball. 

July 13 to July 20

Track and Field 
Introduces athletes to the sport of track and field. This program combines technical development and fundamental techniques. Exercises and drills will prepare athletes for a future in cross county, track and field, or speed and agility training that can also be used in many other sports. Focus will be on body positioning, stride, proper stretching, drills and cool down techniques.
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Grades: 4-12
Fee: $85    Register by June 22! Pay $70.
Register now for Track and Field. 

  • Summer 2020 Youth Camps - STEM

June 22 to June 26

Critter Camp 
Each Critter Camp day will include a high-energy, minimally structured hunt to find and learn about as many different plants and animals as possible. You can share your discoveries and use our lab facilities to examine your specimens under the microscope and use them in simple experiments and creative projects. You’ll also be taken on a field trip to a local stream on one of the five days. This camp will spark your enthusiasm for the natural world!
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: 2-6
Fee: $175   Register before May 31! Pay $165.
Register now for Critter Camp. 

July 6 to July 10

CSI - Crime Scene Investigation Camp
Investigate a simulated crime scene! Role-play as detectives and scientists working in teams to analyze clues to solve the crime. Learn the job duties of an actual crime scene investigator. What special skills, knowledge and abilities must they have? What education and experience are needed to qualify for the job? At this camp, you'll learn to use forensic techniques to collect evidence; mathematical problem solving to analyze clues and interpret situations; and scientific reasoning to solve the crime.
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Grades: 2-6
Fee: $110   Register before June 6! Pay $99.
Registration details TBA.

July 13 and July 20

Getting Creative with Craft Art
This class explores different mediums in art such as designing your own tee shirt or mug using the Cameo Silhouette 3, weaving, jewelry, painting and more.  It teaches techniques in each medium and also allows students to be very creative and express themselves through their art.
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Grades: 2-6 
Fee: $120    Register before June 13! Pay $100. 
Registration details TBA. 

July 14 and July 15

Babysitting
Discover the rewarding world of childcare and learn what to do when you are in charge! Learn about child safety, how to “play it safe” and the basics of caring for children while developing your leadership skills. Find out how to prevent and recognize emergency situations, as well as how to provide basic First Aid and CPR for infants and children until an emergency medical team arrives.
Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $185  Register before June 13! Pay $170.
Register now for babysitting.

 

July 20 to July 24

Party with the Planets
Let’s have a party and learn about space, the planets, sun and moon.  Build your own satellite, understand the phases of the moon. Have fun while learning interesting facts about the solar system through painting, drawing and creating. Fun fact! There are eight planets in the solar system. The four inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars while the four outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Grades: 2-6
Fee: $110   Register before June 20! Pay $99.
Registration details TBA.

July 13 to July 17

Crafts and Cultures from Around the World!
Have fun learning about the countries around the world!  Fun learning through craft. Make some foods that go along with the countries traditions.
Time: 1 to 4 p.m. 
Fee: $110  Register before June 6! Pay $99.
Registration details TBA.

Dates TBA

Lego Robotics
Lego Mindstorms are used in this camp, which features compelling activities and hands-on robotic challenges guided by facilitators. After a challenge is introduced, you will work in teams to design, program and test your robots.Learn how to try different strategies when designing and programming the robots. Through this approach, you can develop skills involved in teamwork, including communication, problem solving, engineering and troubleshooting — and learn that often there is not one answer to a practical problem, but a number of possible solutions.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Grades: 2-5
Fee: $110  Register before June 9! Pay $99.
Registration details TBA.

It’s a Coding World
Coding is not just for boys! Coding is not just for girls! Whether you’ve never coded before or someone who codes, this class will have you itching to create your own apps, games, and robots to make the world a better place. Learn the basics of coding through a variety of coding applications and unplugged activities while discovering how fun coding can be, why the world needs more women in coding.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Grades: 2-5
Fee: $110  Register before June 28! Pay $99.
Registration details TBA.