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Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Myrtle Place Elementary offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-sol...

▌ Editor's read This camp is a local offering of the national Camp Invention program, specifically the 'Spark' curriculum, hosted at Myrtle Place Elementary. The program is designed for children in grades K-6 and focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities and challenges. The website details the curriculum, including activities like 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Design'. The 'About Us' section of the main Camp Invention website states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific operating years for this particular location are not listed, Camp Invention has been running nationally for over 30 years. The camp is a day program, and social media links for the national organization are provided.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Myrtle Place Elementary - 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
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1100 Myrtle Pl, Lafayette, LA 70506
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Myrtle Place Elementary - 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 Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Myrtle Place Elementary - 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 Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Myrtle Place Elementary - 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 Myrtle Place Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Myrtle Place Elementary - 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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