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Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics

Pine Crest ES · $402/week

Montgomery County Recreation offers a 'Coding Camp: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics' for ages 8-12, focusing on STEM skills.

▌ Editor's read Montgomery County Recreation operates this 'Coding Camp: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics' as part of its broader summer camp offerings. The camp is designed for children aged 8-12 and focuses on STEM education, specifically coding with Scratch and robotics with Micro:bit. As a municipal entity, Montgomery County Recreation likely adheres to local government standards for youth programs. The website mentions that 'all staff are background checked and fingerprinted,' indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific camp page doesn't detail staff-to-camper ratios, the general 'About Us' section for Montgomery County Recreation suggests a structured approach to program delivery. The camp is a day camp, running from July 6-10, with a cost of $402.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–13

Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: STEM
  • Ages: 8–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2425 Reedie Dr, Wheaton, MD 20902
  • Phone: 240-777-6840
  • Cost notes: USD. Montgomery County Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics accept?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics is open to children ages 8–13. 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 Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics cost?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics publishes $402/week for the standard session. USD. Montgomery County Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics's hours?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics 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 Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics 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 Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics 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 Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics compare to other stem camps in Wheaton?
Montgomery County Rec: Coding Camp Jul 6-10: Storytelling in Scratch and Micro:bit Robotics is one of 28 stem camps in Wheaton 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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