June 15–18, 2026
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If your student loves to build, create, explore, or try new things, this camp is for them.
Dream. Design. Develop.
Four days. Real challenges. Real engineers. Real creativity.
Join South Carolina Educational Television’s (SCETV) hands-on STEAM camp where middle school students turn big ideas into real-world solutions—and tell the story along the way.
What is STEAM Camp All About?
What if students could take an idea from their imagination… and actually bring it to life?
At SCETV’s STEAM Camp, that’s exactly what happens.
Over four exciting days, middle school students work in teams to tackle real-world challenges from research-based and standard-aligned prompts. They’ll brainstorm bold ideas, build creative solutions, test what works (and what doesn’t), and improve along the way.
But they won’t just build—they’ll tell the story of their work, capturing their process on video and sharing their journey from first idea to final solution.
With guidance from educators and real engineers, students will discover that they’re capable of more than they think—and that their ideas matter.
From Idea to Impact
💡 Dream
Start with curiosity. Ask questions. Imagine solutions to real problems that matter.
🛠️ Design
Work as a team to brainstorm, sketch, and build your first prototype.
🚀 Develop
Test your ideas, learn from mistakes, and improve your design until it works.
By the end of camp, you won’t just have a project—you’ll have a story to share.
More Than Just a Camp
This isn’t about sitting and listening, it’s about doing, trying, and discovering.
Students will:
- Build real engineering projects.
- Learn how to think through challenges and solve problems.
- Work as a team and share ideas.
- Create their own video documenting their work.
- Meet engineers and explore future careers!
Most importantly, they’ll leave with confidence—knowing they can take on challenges and figure things out.
A Day at Camp
What Does a Day Look Like?
Every day is active, creative, and a little different—but here’s the rhythm:
- Start with a quick challenge to get your brain moving.
- Dive into building and design with your team.
- Test your ideas and make them better.
- Capture your progress on video
- Wrap up by reflecting on what worked—and what you’ll try next!
It’s fast-paced, hands-on, and never boring.
What You’ll Do Each Day
Day 1: Get Started
Meet your team, jump into your first challenge, and learn the basics of building and filming.
Day 2: Try, Test, Improve
Take your ideas further by testing what works and making your design stronger.
Day 3: Build & Tell Your Story
Refine your project and start shaping the story of your work through video.
Day 4: Finish & Showcase
Put the final touches on your design and video—and share it with others.
Showcase Day
On the final day, students step into the spotlight.
Teams will present their projects and share the videos they created—showing not just what they built, but how they got there.
Families, educators, and community partners are invited to celebrate their work and creativity.
It’s more than a presentation—it’s a moment to be proud.
Camp Information
- Dates: June 15–18, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Location: SCETV Columbia Station
- Who: Rising 6th–9th grade students
- Spots Available: Limited to 20–30 students
- Cost: $125.00
Small group. Big experience.
WHY SCETV
Why This Camp?
At SCETV, we believe learning should be meaningful, creative, and connected to the real world. Learn from experts in the field.
This camp brings together:
- Hands-on engineering
- Creative storytelling
- Real-world mentors
So, students don’t just learn about STEAM, they experience it.
ESSENTIAL DETAILS
REQUIRED FORMS: SCETV Waiver, Media Release, and the Camper Information Form will be emailed to registered families 2 business days after payment. These forms will be sent to the email address of the individual who registered. These must be completed and sent back by June 8. Digital copies are acceptable. We have an extremely strict pick-up policy. We will only dismiss students or allow student contact with those with names matching their picture IDs.
FOOD: Snacks, drinks, and lunches will be provided by SCETV. If your student has any dietary restrictions or allergies, please indicate in the confirmation form that will be emailed to you after payment. You are welcome to provide food and drinks for your child. Students are not supposed to share food unless they are related and are packed together. Also, SCETV is NOT a nut-free facility. If special accommodations are required, SCETV staff will do their best to keep them safe.
Cancellation Policies
Early Cancellation: SCETV will offer a full refund of tuition if a written notice is received by May 15, 2026.
Mid-Season Cancellation: SCETV will offer a 50% refund if a written notice is received by June 1, 2026, with a medical note.
Late Cancellation: SCETV will not refund tuition for cancellation after June 1, 2026.
Once Camp Starts: No refunds will be issued for missed days, late arrivals, voluntary withdrawals, or dismissal for behavior reasons.
- SCETV has the right to cancel any activity. A refund will be issued if SCETV cancels the camp.
- Inclement Weather Advisory: SCETV follows the Governor’s decision to close, delay, or dismiss early state agencies in Richland County. If weather dictates a schedule adjustment, SCETV will notify families via email.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact Director of Student and Family Learning, Brian Day, via email, bday@scetv.org , office phone (803) 737-3385, or cell phone (803) 422-0369. We look forward to dream, design, and develop with your student!