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Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking

STEMgirls Camp - Case Breakers

The camp combines hands-on learning with real-world industry exposure, including an interactive journey through medical innovation with Abbott's mobile diagnostics demonstration.

🔥 Elementary 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels 💰 $375–$400 total

About this camp

Girls at STEMgirls Camp - Case Breakers transform into scientific sleuths, engaging in hands-on activities that explore forensic science, epidemiology, and engineering. Campers learn to use forensic tools, conduct epidemiological testing, and engineer security devices to solve mysteries. They investigate mysterious outbreaks, puzzling crime scenes, and security breaches, applying the scientific method and inductive reasoning to connect the dots. The program aims to build confidence and curiosity in STEM through interactive experiments, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving. Campers also gain exposure to STEM professionals and careers, with a special Family Day at the end of the week to showcase their discoveries.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day involves hands-on STEM activities where campers work as scientific detectives, investigating mysteries using forensic tools, epidemiological testing, and engineering security devices.

Best suited for

This camp is best for girls entering grades 3-8 who are curious, enjoy solving puzzles, and are interested in exploring science, technology, engineering, and biotechnology.

What you'll learn

Forensic Science Epidemiology Engineering Security Devices Scientific Method Inductive Reasoning Biotechnology

Location

Resurrection College Prep High School, 7500 W. Talcott Ave., Chicago, IL 60631

Sponsored · Research Ignited

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