The program offers an inclusive, integrated approach to STEM exploration with mentorship from Temple's College of Engineering, fostering curiosity and confidence in middle schoolers.
The Philadelphia Youth for STEM (PY-STEM) camp at Temple University offers middle schoolers an inclusive, one-week experiential learning program focused on science, technology, engineering, and math. Participants engage in hands-on, problem-based learning experiences, including lab tours and demonstrations, to explore how things around us work. The curriculum emphasizes design thinking and problem-solving, with opportunities to develop teamwork and leadership skills. Students collaborate with mentors from Temple's College of Engineering, exploring the interdisciplinary nature of engineering. Activities have included building LEGO robots for sumo bot competitions, which helps develop middle school-level engineering and problem-solving skills. The program aims to spark curiosity and build confidence in STEM, regardless of prior experience, by taking an integrated approach to STEM exploration and exposing students to topics they may encounter in the upcoming academic year.
A typical day involves hands-on, problem-based learning experiences, contextual learning through lab tours and demonstrations, and opportunities to develop teamwork and leadership skills.
This camp is ideal for rising sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students curious about STEM and interested in exploring various engineering fields through practical application.
Temple University Main Campus, 1801 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
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