BROWNWOOD – May 12, 2017 – Summer is here, but fun and learning continue at Howard Payne University! Registration is now open for HPU’s popular Summer Scholars and Young Scholars day camps scheduled July 17-21 from 9 a.m. to noon each day. The theme is “Operation Innovation” and the programs feature instruction in a variety of subjects including robotics and 3D printing. The camps are open to all students in first through sixth grades.
In the Summer Scholars program, students entering fourth through sixth grades will study robotics, 3D printing, science and recreation. The Young Scholars program is designed for children entering first through third grades and the campers will receive instruction in robotics, science and recreation.
Returning as instructors this summer are Estevan Arbaiza, head men’s soccer coach at HPU who will lead recreation for both camps; Tami Hull, science teacher and robotics coach at Early Middle School who will teach robotics for Summer Scholars; Dr. Kristen Hutchins, assistant professor of biology at HPU who will teach science for Young Scholars; Keith Taylor, robotics coach at Early Elementary School who will teach robotics for Young Scholars; and Dr. Lester Towell, professor and chair of HPU’s Department of Computer Information Systems who will teach 3D printing for Summer Scholars.
“We’re excited to welcome back a fantastic group of teachers for the Summer Scholars and Young Scholars camps,” said Dr. Julie Welker, director of the programs, professor of communication and chair of HPU’s Department of Communication Studies. “These camps are unlike any other you will find in the area. We focus on innovative learning and having a great time. Many of our campers come back year after year.”
The camps will be held in HPU’s Winebrenner Memorial Hall of Science. Program participants will also have supervised access to HPU’s gym, climbing wall and other campus locations.
Cost for the Summer Scholars and Young Scholars programs is $100 per student and includes a souvenir, snacks and supplies. The deadline for registration is July 14.
Online registration is available at www.hputx.edu/summerandyoungscholars. For more information about the Summer Scholars and Young Scholars programs, contact Dr. Welker at 325-649-8508 or via e-mail at jwelker@hputx.edu.