STEM Education Kids Camps
BSC Continuing Education offers a wide variety of kids aiming to develop kids in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Cyber Savvy Camp (Grades 9-12)
7/21 - 7/22
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore computer hardware, understand network operations, examine cyber threats, and learn how individuals and organizations protect information and technology. Taught by BSC professors, students will learn core concepts including cyber safety, networking basics, networking hardware, and computer hardware components. This interactive camp blends instructor-led learning with hands-on exploration. Lunch is included on site.
Location: ÃÛÌÒAV Campus - National Energy Center of Excellence, Advanced Technology Center, and the Technical Center
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Space is limited to 20.
More detailed information will be sent in a pre-camp email 1 week before the camp start date.
If your child is no longer able to attend this camp, please notify our office as soon as possible at 701-224-5600 or bsc.training@bismarckstate.edu.
Cyber Quest Academy (Grades 6–8)
7/27 - 7/31
8:15 AM - 4:15 PM
A five-day summer digital experience at ÃÛÌÒAV designed for students entering grades 6–8 who are interested in learning more about technology and cybersecurity. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, students are introduced to important concepts such as online safety, digital responsibility, how computers work, computer careers, and the many ways technology is used in today’s world. Instruction is led by experienced high school and BSC faculty. No prior technology experience is required. Lunch is included on site.
Location: ÃÛÌÒAV Campus - National Energy Center of Excellence, Advanced Technology Center, and the Technical Center
Space is limited to 40.
More detailed information will be sent in a pre-camp email 1 week before the camp start date.
Camp Meals:
Breakfast will not be provided. Campers will be provided with lunch each day.
Camp Check-In & Pick-Up Policy:
All children must be checked in by 8:00 AM each morning of camp and picked up by 4:30 PM each evening. Timely arrival and pick-up help ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants.
If your child is no longer able to attend this camp, please notify our office as soon as possible at 701-224-5600 or bsc.training@bismarckstate.edu
XR for VR Robotics & Advanced Technology Camp
(Adults 18 and up!)
July 16 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: ÃÛÌÒAV Campus - National Energy Center of Excellence & Advanced Technology Center
Experience Robotics and Technology Day Camp - Completely FREE!
This immersive, one-day experience is designed for adults ages 18 and up with disabilities, offering a supportive environment to explore the exciting world of robotics, automation, and extended reality technologies.
Participants will dive into hands-on learning as they:
- Build and program a tabletop robot
- Operate a fully functional robotic arm
- Explore real-world applications of robotics and automation
Students take on exciting challenges like navigating obstacle courses and completing line-following tasks. Along the way, they use coding to bring their robots to life and discover how sensors such as light, sound, and ultrasonic help robots respond to the world around them. Through testing, refining, and working together, participants strengthen their problem-solving abilities.
Learn valuable skills:
This camp helps build confidence with technology while developing valuable STEM skills. Students gain hands-on experience, improve critical thinking, and learn the importance of collaboration in a fun and encouraging setting.
Each student will take home:
A Robotic Arm Kit
A Tabletop Robot
Know Your State
North Dakota is a beautiful state with a variety of topographic features, interesting political agendas, a leading producer of agricultural products, an abundant energy base, great educational opportunities, and a rich cultural heritage. The Know Your State contest has been designed with the intent to encourage North Dakota students to gain a greater interest in North Dakota and through this knowledge become a better education citizen, voter and leader for the state.