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Summer STEM Olympics

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Newark Public Schools offers various free summer programs, including STEM-focused activities.

▌ Editor's read The Summer STEM Olympics is a day camp program offered by Newark Public Schools, as indicated by the URL 'https://www.nps.k12.nj.us/summerprograms/'. The program is free for students in grades 3-8, as stated on the webpage. While the site details various summer programs, specific information regarding staff-to-camper ratios, ACA accreditation, or background check policies for staff is not present. The program's affiliation with a public school district suggests it operates under the district's established policies and procedures for student safety and education.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–12

Summer STEM Olympics 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 9–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Address: 2 Cedar St, Newark, NJ 07102
  • Phone: 973-733-7333
  • Cost notes: Free for Newark residents unless otherwise noted.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer STEM Olympics

What ages does Summer STEM Olympics accept?
Summer STEM Olympics is open to children ages 9–12. 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 Summer STEM Olympics cost?
Summer STEM Olympics doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for Newark residents unless otherwise noted. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Summer STEM Olympics's hours?
Summer STEM Olympics runs 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer STEM Olympics?
Summer STEM Olympics 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 Summer STEM Olympics provide lunch?
Yes — Summer STEM Olympics includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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