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Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark

Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Bismarck-Henning Junior High School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on inn...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Bismarck-Henning Junior High School, indicating it is a day camp for grades K-6. The program, 'Spark,' runs from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The website details the curriculum, which includes activities like creating a 'Marble Arcade' and designing a 'Mini Golf Course.' As a Camp Invention program, it is affiliated with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, suggesting a well-developed STEM curriculum. There is no specific information on staff ratios or background checks on this particular page. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, often above 4.5 stars, with parents praising the engaging activities and educational value, though specific reviews for this Bismarck-Henning location were not readily available. The camp is likely operated by the school in partnership with Camp Invention.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 17268 E 2750 N Rd, Bismarck, IL 61814
  • Phone: 800-968-4332
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Bismarck-Henning Junior High School - Camp Invention: Spark does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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