Through interactive STEAM activities and engaging projects, this 9 session boot camp ensures your child is academically, organizationally, technically, and socially ready for the middle school challenges ahead.

This dynamic and engaging two-week boot camp is designed to equip your child with the essential executive functioning/life skills they need to thrive in middle school through the lens of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) project-based and hands-on projects. 

I have a passion for making learning interactive and fun, this program is the perfect springboard for students about to embark on their middle school journey, whether in a school or at home.

What Sets This Boot Camp Apart?

This unique curriculum covers the fundamentals of preparing for middle school by integrating critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational strategies to help students of all abilities manage their workload effectively. By emphasizing collaboration, communication, and creativity, I ensure that students are not just academically prepared but also emotionally and socially ready for the challenges and opportunities that Middle School brings.

Engaging STEAM Activities:

Hands-on Experiments-  We will design products and learn scientific principles and  desin processes through practical application.

Digital Literacy- In today's digital world, understanding technology is vital. This boot camp introduces your child to digital tools that are essential for middle school projects.

Artistic Exploration- Recognizing the importance of creativity, students will engage in projects where art meets science, highlighting the A in STEAM and showcasing how creativity is integral to innovation.

Mathematical Fun- Through puzzles, games, and real-world problems, I make math relevant, demonstrating its importance in everyday life and STEAM applications.

Life Management Skills-  Projects will teach students how to plan, execute, and present a STEAM project, practicing a wide variety of essential life skills.

Social-Emotional Learning:

Understanding that middle school is a significant transition for many students, this class includes activities focused on communication skills, self-management skills, time management skills, problem-solving, and thinking skills (to name a few).  These skills are crucial for developing self-confidence and resilience in new environments.

Why Choose This Boot Camp?

Tailored Learning- With a keen focus on the transition to middle school, this class is specifically designed to address the challenges and questions that students may have.

Interactive and Fun- Through gamification and interactive sessions, learning becomes an adventure that keeps your child motivated.

Comprehensive Preparation- This boot camp covers not just life skill readiness but also the organizational and social-emotional skills needed for a smooth transition to middle school.

Week 1: STEAM Foundations and Middle School Life Skills

Day 1: Introduction to Middle School
Objective: Understand the importance of STEAM subjects in middle school.

Day 2: Creative Exploration and Problem Solving
Objective: Create an invention using the design cycle

Week 2:  Continue STEAM Foundations and Middle School Life Skills
Day 3: Technology and Digital Literacy
Objective: Learn about digital tools and 3D design basics relevant to middle school projects.

Day 4: Engineering Challenges
Objective: Apply engineering design principles to solve problems.



Day 5: Art in STEAM
Objective: Explore the role of creativity and arts in STEAM through projects.



Day 6: Fun with Mathematics
Objective: Discover the fun and application of math in everyday STEAM contexts.
Activities: Math puzzles, real-world math problems, introduction to mathematical resources.
Gamification: Math games with points, and badges for problem-solving.

Day 7: STEAM Project Management
Objective: Learn to manage a STEAM project from concept to completion.
Activities: Group STEAM project planning, role assignment, project management basics.
Gamification: Points for meeting project milestones, badges for leadership and innovation.

Day 8: Collaboration and Communication in STEAM
Objective: Enhance teamwork and communication skills within STEAM projects.
Activities: Team-building exercises, and effective communication workshops.
Gamification: Team challenges with points for collaboration and badges for effective communication.

Day 9: STEAM and AI
Objective: Understand the impact of AI on society and ethical considerations.
Activities: Discussion on AI innovations, their societal impact, and ethics.
Gamification: Ethical dilemma debate with points for insightful contributions.

Day 10: STEAM Showcase and Reflection
Objective: Present STEAM projects and reflect on learnings and future applications.
Activities: STEAM project presentations, reflective goal-setting for middle school.
Gamification: STEAM fair with awards for various categories, and special badges for reflection and growth.

Engagement and Gamification Throughout the Camp:

Leaderboard- Monitor points and achievements through STEAM activities.
Achievement Certificates- Award certificates for STEAM excellence and exploration.
Peer Review- Foster a constructive feedback culture to support learning and improvement.

This STEAM-focused boot camp aims to inspire and prepare students for the challenges of middle school by embedding critical academic, organizational, and social-emotional learning within the context of STEAM, making learning engaging, interactive, and deeply connected to real-world applications.