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Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School

Camp Invention: Spark at Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark, hosted at Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School. This specific camp location is part of the larger Camp Invention program, which is a national initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The program is designed for children in grades K-6 and focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities and invention challenges. The camp is a day camp, running from June 10-14, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. While there isn't specific information about staff ratios or background checks on this particular camp page, the broader Camp Invention website often details these aspects for its programs. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher, praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors. However, specific reviews for the Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School location were not readily available. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited, and no state license number for Ohio was found for this specific program, as it operates under the umbrella of the school and the national Camp Invention organization.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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: 250 North Church Street, Dalton, OH 44618
  • 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 Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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 Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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 Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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 Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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 Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Dalton Local Elementary and Middle School - 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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