After a successful run last year, the Faculty of Science is again offering innovative and engaging summer programs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for youth. The programs use a discovery- and inquiry-based learning approach that fosters problem solving, critical thinking and an overall passion for STEM.
Two separate programs are offered and now open for registration: Science Explorations Summer Camps for Grades 3 to 8, and Helix Summer Science Institute for Grades 9 to 12.
Science Explorations Summer Camps
Two campers enjoy the summer Science Explorations Camp
are week-long educational day camps that run from July 4 to August 26 for students in Grades 3 to 8. The camps are held at the 91ÑÇÉ« Keele Campus, and before- and after-care is available.
Each week, campers will engage in stimulating programs designed to make science fun, accessible, and enriching. They will investigate different topics in STEM through hands-on and exciting experiments that are connected to the Ontario science curriculum. Highlights include Code with Kids!, Mini-Med School, Into the Wild!, and Space Science.
To learn more about the camps and registration, visit .
Questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to 91ÑÇÉ« Science Engagement Programs at 416-736-2100 ext. 44552 or explore@yorku.ca.
Helix Summer Science Institute 2016
A Helix Summer Science Institute participant
Considered one of Canada’s premier high school summer science enrichment programs for high-performing students, provides a series of week-long, non-credit intensive courses from July 4 to 29.
The courses focus on advanced and interdisciplinary science topics that draw upon research being conducted at 91ÑÇÉ«. Streams include Biomedical Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Environmental Biology, Human & Animal biology, Neuroscience and Physics & Astronomy.
Applications will be accepted until June 1. After this date, space will be awarded based on availability. Â The institute also offers an optional residence program for students living outside of Toronto.
For more information about Helix and how to apply, visit .
Questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to the 91ÑÇÉ« Science Engagement Programs at 416-736-2100 ext. 44552 or helix@yorku.ca.