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Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20

Oak Brook · $200/week

Camp Rocks! STEM is a day camp offered by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, focusing on science, technology, engineering, and math for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's 'Things to Do: Day Camps' page, which lists various day camp options, including 'Camp Rocks! STEM'. This camp is designed for children aged 6-8 and focuses on STEM activities. The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County operates these camps, indicating a municipal parks owner type. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While specific background check language for camp staff isn't explicitly stated on the camp page, it's generally expected for municipal park district employees. The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has a Google review rating of 4.7 stars based on 1,400 reviews, reflecting a generally positive public perception of the organization. Social media handles found are @dupageforest on Instagram and 'dupageforest' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 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 community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Address: 3609 Spring Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
  • Cost notes: $200 per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20

What ages does Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 accept?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 cost?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 publishes $200/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20's hours?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 provide lunch?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 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 Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 compare to other community/rec center camps in Oak Brook?
Camp Rocks! STEM - June 16-20 is one of 8 community/rec center camps in Oak Brook 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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