Camp Success at Greenville Technical College

(hosted by the College & Career Academy)

July 10-15, 2011
Greenville Technical College

Campers will spend the week on Greenville Technical College’s campus exploring careers in engineering and technology in state-of-the-art facilities.  Students will work in teams lead by subject area experts/mentors and participate in activities that they will remember for years to come. Exploring a wide range of programs such as Engineering, Transportation, Manufacturing, Industrial Technologies, and Mechatronics, students will gain an excellent understanding of the world of technology.  Discovery Workshops may include activities in fields such as Engineering, Engineering Graphics, Computer-aided Design, Robotics, Mechatronics, Building Construction, Electronics, and Automotive Technology.

Camp Success Greenville Tech is open to rising 7th and 8th graders.

Camp will begin with a Parents’ Meeting and Orientation on Sunday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  During Sunday's orientation, campers will begin by learning about specifications and build Ice Cream Sundaes.  

The camp will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, Monday through Friday.  Each day is filled with an exciting and diverse schedule of Discovery Workshops, learning lab activities, and field trips to local companies.  

Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. is Celebration Day for campers, their families and guests.  A parent information session will be followed by team presentations and recognitions. 

The cost to attend Camp Success Greenville Tech is $125 (which covers the cost of materials and field trips).

Program Coordinator: Sharon Halsey – (803) 657-6183 or sharon@silvercrescentsc.org

The application package must be postmarked by May 31, 2011.  All applicants must complete the application packet that includes the following:

• Completed and signed application.  Download Application Here
• A 200 word essay describing why you would like to attend Camp Success Greenville Tech.
• Fee of $125.
• Return application by May 31, 2011 to Camp Success at the following address: 
  590 Ready Pond Road, Batesburg, SC 29006