Camp Details:  

• Dates: June 9-13, 2025
• Age Group: Entering 3rd grade through 7th grade | Fall 2025
• Camp Type: Half-Day | Commuter
• Check-in: 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
• Check-out: 12 Noon – 12:30 p.m.
• Day Schedule: 9 a.m. – 12 Noon
• Light snacks and water will be provided.

Note: Students are encouraged to bring their own device.

The Video Game Summer Camp offers a comprehensive journey into the exciting world of Esports. This program is for students who will enter 3rd Grade through 7th Grade in the Fall 2025. The camp provides a well-rounded experience, exploring the history of video games, fostering essential online safety skills, and encouraging a fundamental understanding of gaming etiquette. Participants will also learn the value of teamwork, sportsmanship and game coding, all within a fun and healthy competitive environment. Plus, we invite you to join your child on Friday, June 13th at 9:30 a.m. as they compete in an exciting Minecraft tournament, showcasing their skills and creativity! View flyer here

CAMP QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Check-in Times:

• Campers can be dropped off as early as 8:30 a.m. This early drop-off time is designed to accommodate your schedule and provide flexibility.

Check-out Times:

• You can pick up your child from 12 Noon - 12:30 p.m. We understand the demands of busy schedules, and our extended pick-up time offers convenience for parents.

Activities:

• Video Game History
• Teamwork & Sportsmanship
• Online Safety
• Gaming Etiquette
• Foundational Coding
• Outside Physical Activities
• Minecraft Competition

WHAT KIND OF GAMES WILL MY CHILD BE PLAYING?

We have a diverse selection of games lined up for your child, tailored to suit different age groups while ensuring a fun and educational experience.

• Super Smash Bros.: A fast-paced action/fighting game featuring a variety of characters.
• Among Us: A thrilling game of teamwork to find the imposter.
• Minecraft: A sandbox adventure game of creativity and engineering.
• Sonic The Hedgehog: The classic fast-paced game of strategy and skill.
• Mario, Mario Kart, & Mario Party: A fun and fast-paced racing game featuring beloved characters from the Mario universe
• Tetris: The classic game of strategy and skill.
• Fall Guys: A fun and colorful obstacle course battle royale game.
• Classic SEGA Genesis Games
• Classic Nintendo Games
• Google’s Interland

Class will be held June 9-13, 2025, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. - 12 Noon. The cost is $79. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a full 100% refund.

Camp dates are June 16-20, 2025

Register Online Here for U of A Engineering Summer Camp

Engineering Summer Camp offers current 5th through 8th grade students the opportunity to engineer like a professional. During this non-residential, week-long, full day program students will apply engineering concepts from multiple fields to a real world problem. The cost of the camp is FREE this year and is sponsored by local industries. VIEW FLYER HERE

Space U - Model Rocketry Camp 

Where Future Rocket Scientists Launch! 

Blast off into an unforgettable STEM adventure! Space U – Model Rocketry Camp offers two half-days packed with hands-on rocket building, exciting lessons on rocket science, and real rocket launches. Designed for students entering grades 5 through 8, this camp will spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and ignite a passion for space exploration. More than just a summer experience, it’sa step on your child’s pathway to a future career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)! 

This exciting experience is led by NASA Solar System Ambassador Dr. David Thomas, a real rocket scientist and professor at Lyon College in Batesville, who teaches college-level rocketry classes and uses model rockets for atmospheric research. Dr. Thomas is one of only five NASA Ambassadors in Arkansas! 

Space U is proudly co-hosted by UACCB and the Batesville-Independence Rocketry Directive (B.I.R.D.), a local affiliate club of the National Association of Rocketry. Their support helps ensure a top-tier experience for every young rocketeer!  

What Campers Will Do 

• Build and customize a real model rocket 
• Learn Newton’s Laws of Motion and Forces of Flight through fun, interactive lessons 
• Launch their rocket high into the sky during a thrilling, supervised launch event 
• Discover aerospace careers and the future of space exploration 

Registration Details 

Space is limited – Reserve your child’s spot today! 

• Dates & Times: June 23 & 24, 2025 - 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (Both Days) 
• Location: UACCB Campus – Row Johns Library Building, 2005 White Drive, Batesville, AR 72501 
• Cost: $43 – Includes all materials and a rocket kit for each camper, along with healthy mid-morning snacks. 
  

Who Should Attend 

• Students entering grades 5 through 8 
• Kids interested in STEM, rockets, space, or hands-on building projects 
• No prior experience is necessary – just a curious mind and a love for fun experiments! 

What to Bring 

• Water bottle 
• Comfortable clothes for indoor & outdoor activities 
• Closed-toe shoes (for safety during rocket launch) 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a full 100% refund.

Join us this summer for an adventure in Exploring the Sea at UACCB. 

Kids’ College will be held July 7-11 for kids entering Grades 1-3 in Fall 2025. 

Cost: $129

Class Dates: July 7-11, 2025

Class Hours: 8 AM – 12 Noon

Class Duration: 5 Half-Days | Monday thru Friday

Snacks: Light snacks and a water bottle will be provided.

Class Schedule: Pick your two favorite classes! Classes are divided into two periods: first period and second period. Classes are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and will fill up fast. Don't miss out! 

1st Period Class | 8 AM - 10 AM | Choose one!

• Under the Sea Arts & Crafts
• Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash
• Lego Ocean Explorers

Second Period Class | 10 AM - 12 NOON | Choose one!

• Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves 
• Dive into Coding & Robotics
• Shark Week!

Detailed course descriptions:

Under the Sea Arts & Crafts | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Melanie Brustrom
Under the Sea Arts & Crafts offers a week of creative exploration, where students will craft ocean-themed projects to take home each day. From canvas paintings to 3D sea horses, glowing jelly fish and more, this hands-on class encourages artistic expression and a love for marine life.

Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Jessica Christopher
Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash teaches fundamental coding skills using Scratch. Students will create interactive underwater scenes using animated "Sprites" (sea creatures), add sounds, create dialogue, etc. all culminating in a final project to share with the class. 

LEGO Ocean Explorers | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Denise Hogan
LEGO Ocean Explorers invites young builders to construct their own shoebox aquariums and populate them with LEGO creations inspired by marine life. Throughout the week, students will learn about diverse ocean habitats and animals, then use their LEGO skills to recreate these wonders.

Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Jessica Christopher
Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves takes young artists on a journey through the ocean's five layers, combining marine science lessons with creative expression. Each day, students will learn about a new layer and use recycled materials to craft artwork inspired by the depths of the sea.

Dive into Coding & Robotics | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Denise Hogan
Dive into Coding and Robotics teaches basic coding vocabulary with an ocean connection through hands-on projects. Students will program Colby the mouse and build Cubelet robots such as a lighthouse, a boat, and a robot to discover how these skills relate to marine exploration.

Shark Week! | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Melanie Brustrom
Shark Week! at UACCB will be a hands-on, activity-filled experience for young shark enthusiasts. Students will dive into shark science, build shark models, create shark crafts, and play shark-themed games, testing their knowledge and making for a Shark-tastic week!

Parental Note:  Kids' College is a summer enrichment program for kids entering grades 1-3 in the Fall of 2025. Children must have completed Kindergarten to be eligible for Kids' College. Limited to 25 students. Registrations will be accepted until the first day of class based on seat availability. 

Scholarships:

A limited number of scholarships are available on a first come, first serve basis. Call 870-612-2082 for details. 

Interested in Volunteering for Kids' College?

Volunteers entering 8th grade to adults (over 18) are needed to assist with Kids' College organization, set-up, sorting supplies, serving snacks, clean up, assisting teachers with children's hands-on activities and more. Volunteers receive a certificate for Volunteer Service Hours. Some high schools require volunteer service hours for graduation. Complete application here >> Kids' College Volunteer. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

Join us this summer for an adventure in Exploring the Sea at UACCB. 

Kids’ College will be held July 14-18 for kids entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2025. 

Cost: $129

Class Dates: July 14-18, 2025

Class Hours: 8 AM – 12 Noon

Class Duration: 5 Half-Days | Monday thru Friday

Snacks: Light snacks and a water bottle will be provided.

Class Schedule: Pick your two favorite classes! Classes are divided into two periods: first period and second period. Classes are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and will fill up fast. Don't miss out! 

1st Period Class | 8 AM - 10 AM | Choose one!

• Lego Robotics
• Under the Sea Arts & Crafts
• Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash
• Lego Ocean Explorers

Second Period Class | 10 AM - 12 NOON | Choose one!

• Lego Robotics 
• Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves 
• Dive into Coding & Robotics
• Shark Week!

Detailed class descriptions:

Lego Robotics | 8 AM -10 AM and 10 AM -12 Noon
Instructor: Scott Phillips
In this 5-day Lego Robotics class, students in grades 4-6 will build, program, and test Lego robots to solve challenges, culminating in a friendly competition. Participants will enhance their coding, problem-solving, and design skills while transforming their Lego creations into functioning robots.

Under the Sea Arts & Crafts | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Melanie Brustrom
Under the Sea Arts & Crafts offers a week of creative exploration, where students will craft ocean-themed projects to take home each day. From canvas paintings to 3D sea horses, glowing jelly fish and more, this hands-on class encourages artistic expression and a love for marine life.

Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Jessica Christopher
Underwater Coding Adventures: Programming with a Splash teaches fundamental coding skills using Scratch. Students will create interactive underwater scenes using animated "Sprites" (sea creatures), add sounds, create dialogue, etc. all culminating in a final project to share with the class. 

Lego Ocean Explorers | 8 AM - 10 AM
Instructor: Denise Hogan
Lego Ocean Explorers invites young builders to construct their own shoebox aquariums and populate them with Lego creations inspired by marine life. Throughout the week, students will learn about diverse ocean habitats and animals, then use their Lego skills to recreate these wonders.

Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Jessica Christopher
Ocean Layers Adventure: Art Beneath the Waves takes young artists on a journey through the ocean's five layers, combining marine science lessons with creative expression. Each day, students will learn about a new layer and use recycled materials to craft artwork inspired by the depths of the sea.

Dive into Coding & Robotics | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Denise Hogan
Dive into Coding and Robotics teaches basic coding vocabulary with an ocean connection through hands-on projects. Students will program Colby the mouse and build Cubelet robots such as a lighthouse, a boat, and a robot to discover how these skills relate to marine exploration.

Shark Week! | 10 AM - 12 Noon
Instructor: Melanie BrustromShark Week! at UACCB will be a hands-on, activity-filled experience for young shark enthusiasts. Students will dive into shark science, build shark models, create shark crafts, and play shark-themed games, testing their knowledge and making for a Shark-tastic week!

Parental Note:  Kids' College is a summer enrichment program for kids entering grades 4-6 in the Fall of 2025. Most classes are limited to 25 students. Registrations will be accepted until the first day of class based on seat availability. 

Scholarships:

A limited number of scholarships are available on a first come, first serve basis. Call 870-612-2082 for details. 

Interested in Volunteering for Kids' College?

Volunteers entering 8th grade to adults (over 18) are needed to assist with Kids' College organization, set-up, sorting supplies, serving snacks, clean up, assisting teachers with children's hands-on activities and more. Volunteers receive a certificate for Volunteer Service Hours. Some high schools require volunteer service hours for graduation. Complete application here >> Kids' College Volunteer. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

For questions, call 870-612-2082.