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Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark

Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark

Louisiana Tech University hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM day camp for K-6th graders focusing on hands-on innovation and problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read This camp is part of the national Camp Invention program, specifically the 'Spark' curriculum, and is hosted at Louisiana Tech University. The program is designed for children in grades K-6 and focuses on STEM activities through hands-on innovation challenges. The website states that all program staff are background checked, indicating a commitment to safety. As a national program, Camp Invention likely has a standardized curriculum and training for its instructors. The camp is a day program, running from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The specific page for this location is a registration portal for the national program, not a dedicated university camp page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Louisiana Tech University - 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
University 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: 600 Mayfield Street, Woodard Hall, Room 135, Ruston, LA 71272
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Louisiana Tech University - 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 Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Louisiana Tech University - 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 Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Louisiana Tech University - 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 Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark?
Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Louisiana Tech University - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Louisiana Tech University - 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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