2015 Robotics Engineering Summer Camp

June 15 - July 2, 2015

Lake-Sumter State College

Leesburg, FL

Please direct all questions to:

Sara Corvil, STEM Program Manager

Lake-Sumter State College

9501 U.S. Hwy 441

Leesburg, FL 34788

Phone: 352-435-6350

Fax: 352-435-5012

E-mail: corvils@lssc.edu

Sponsored By: Why Robotics?

Robotics is increasingly being considered as the

fourth “R” of learning, “Reading, wRriting and

aRithmatic” that modern-day students must

understand to succeed in a highly competitive,

technology-driven world. Robotics integrates all

STEM by integrating mechanical, electrical,

electronics, control engineering, computer

science, technology, math and science. At the

2015 Robotics Engineering Summer Camp,

students will discover breakthrough technologies

in robotics and immerse themselves in the most

forward-looking discipline of our time.

Makes learning fun, engaging, and inspiring

Provides highly practical hands-on

experience

Gives a head-start in preparing for high

school and college

Develops critical thinking skills and problem

solving strategies

Enables learner to develop and express

creativity

Develops the ability to work collaboratively

in teams

Helps develop an intuitive understanding of

physical concepts in science and math

Helps to excel in math and science and

choose a career in science and technology

Enables learner to appreciate and realize

technology

Builds confidence and self-esteem

Prepares student for the fast-paced

competitive world

Source: STEM Center USA

Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)

Who is the camp for? The Robotics Engineering Summer Camp is for current 8th— 11th grade students enrolled at Carver Middle School, Oak Park Middle School, or Leesburg High School. Do I have to know how to program robotics already? Students should be at a beginner to intermediate level with programming and building robots. When will the camp be held?: The camp will take place over three weeks Monday - Thursday (No camp on Fridays) from June 15th until July 2nd 9 am - 3 pm Will transportation be provided? Yes, if transportation is needed, it will be provided daily with an 8:30 am pick up and a 3:30 pm drop off at Leesburg High School. Where will the camp be held? The camp will take place on LSSC’s Leesburg Campus.

How much does the camp cost? Thanks to a grant from the National Science Foundation, we are able to provide this experience free of charge to 25 students. The value of this camp is approximately $1,000 per student; therefore, due to the high cost value of this project, all interested students will have to submit an application and undergo a screening process. A total of 25 participants will be selected. Only students who are prepared and available to commit to the entire 3-week summer camp should apply.

Will lunch be provided? Yes, a hot free lunch will be provided each day.

Please complete and submit the attached application,

essay and recommendation form by May 20th.

Recommendations should be completed by a current or

former Math, Science, or Technology/Engineering

teacher. Applications, recommendations and essays

should be submitted together to:

Leesburg High School—Kim Brown

Carver Middle School—Bart Nash

Oak Park Middle School—Randi Wright

Selected students will be notified by May 26.

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