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Hehnly Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Hehnly Elementary

Hehnly Elementary hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM-focused day camp for children in grades K-6, offering hands-on activities and creative problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read Hehnly Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is a day camp for children in grades K-6, held at Hehnly Elementary School in Clark, NJ, from July 8-12, 2024. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, focusing on STEM education through hands-on activities. The website indicates a program director, Ms. Jennifer Hamilton, and a leadership intern, Ms. Gianna Hamilton. While specific Google reviews for this particular Hehnly Elementary location are not readily available, Camp Invention programs generally receive positive feedback, often averaging 4.5 stars or higher based on numerous reviews for various locations, praising their engaging and educational content. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no specific state licensing information for this individual program was found. The camp is hosted by a school, suggesting a partnership between the school and the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Hehnly 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
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 590 Raritan Road, Clark, NJ 07066
  • 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 Hehnly Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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