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Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark

Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity

Camp Invention: Spark at Resurrection College Prep High School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on inn...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program, 'Spark,' hosted at Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity in Chicago, IL. This is a day camp designed for children in grades K-6. The Camp Invention website states that all program staff undergo background checks and training. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention network, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While specific reviews for this particular location are not readily available, Camp Invention generally receives positive feedback, with a Google review rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for the national program, often highlighting its engaging and educational STEM activities. The camp's curriculum focuses on hands-on invention and problem-solving, with themes like 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Challenge.'
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - 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

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 6040 W Ardmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - 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 Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - 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.
Does Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - 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.
How does Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in Chicago?
Resurrection College Prep High School at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 13 stem camps in Chicago that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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