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Madison College's Career Discovery youth camps offer fun, interactive educational experiences for children in grades 5-12. Our camps are designed to enhance your child's knowledge and personal growth with exciting hands-on classes, labs and experiences customized for youth.
- 3-day camps run Tuesday – Thursday
- 5-day camps run Monday – Friday
- Enrollment based on current grade level
- Breakfast snack and lunch provided
- Some camps have off-site field trips
- $75/student per session, unless otherwise noted
- Scholarships may be available for students eligible for free/reduced lunch
Summer 2023 Registration
Registration begins on February 28. We're looking forward to a fun and exciting Summer 2023 Career Discovery camp series!
Madison Truax Campus
1701 Wright Street, Madison WI 53704
Baking Fun! | $75
Grade 5-7: June 13 - 15
Grade 8-11: July 11 - 13
Learn how to make delicious baked items from scratch. You will learn how to take base recipes and change them into many different varieties. You’ll bake in the state-of-the-art Baking Lab at the Truax campus to create your own tasty treats! Explore careers in the baking industry, such as baker, cake decorator and more.
Grade 5-7 - Camp is full.
Grade 8-11 - Camp is full.
Cake, Cookie and Cupcake Decorating Camp | Grades 8-11 | $75
June 13 - 15
July 11 - 13 - Grades 7-10
Learn how to decorate delicious cookies, cakes and cupcakes from scratch. You will learn how to take base recipes and change them into many different varieties. You’ll bake in the state-of-the-art Baking Lab at the Truax campus to create your own tasty treats! Explore careers in the baking industry, such as baker, cake decorator and more.
Session 1 - Camp is full.
Kids Sewing Camp | Grade 4-9 | $75
June 13 - 15
July 11 - 13
Everything your child needs to feel confident on a sewing machine and ready to take on more projects.This kids intro to sewing camp will cover all of the fundamentals that will introduce your child to the basics of sewing and build their sewing skills.This is great for beginners who want an in-depth introduction to sewing and the confidence to take on more projects.
What You'll Learn: Common sewing terminology, patterns and the information they contain, basic operation, parts, and functionality of a sewing machine, fabric grain lines and direction, seam allowance, straight stitching, seam matching, sewing circles using a free arm and alternate techniques for sewing cylinders, introduced to interfacing, and pattern matching.
Kids Sewing Camp - June - Camp is full.
Kids Sewing Camp - July - Camp is full.
Technical Theater for High School Students | Grades 9-12 | $125
July 10 - 14
Learn about careers in tech theater, the new Stage and Entertainment Certificate program, and get hands-on training in fundamentals of rigging, lighting, sound, and wardrobe that you can use in your school productions. Yes, you can earn a living as a live events technician! Come learn how!
Sign Up for Technical Theater Camp
Engineering in a Box | Grades 5-9 | $75
July 18 - 20
August 1 - 3
Explore how the digital worlds of mechanical and electrical engineering collide to produce many of the products we see today. In this camp you will build your own machine while learning design, programming, and electrical skills. 3D print your device and customize it with laser engraving. No experience needed, but imagination is encouraged.
Engineering in a Box Camp - July - Camp is full.
Sign Up for Engineering in a Box Camp - August
NitroX Camp | Grades 6-9 | $150
June 12 -16
Build, test, and drive remote controlled vehicles! Learn new technical, mechanical, and electrical skills. Explore careers in the transportation industry. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Auto and Truck Dealer’s Association.
NitroX Camp - Camp is full.
Truax Camp Schedule
8:45 - 9 am: Drop off in Gateway with breakfast available
9 - 11:15 am: Morning session
11:30 - 12 pm: Lunch break, provided by Madison College Catering
12:15 - 3 pm: Afternoon Session
3:15 - 3:30 pm: Pick up in Gateway
Camp Triple C - CAD/CAM/CNC | Grades 6-11
June 12 - 16
June 19 - 23
This camp will Introduce student to basic manufacturing processes and to CAD/CAM/CNC Manufacturing processes.
Emergency Services Exploration | Grades 8-11 | $75
August 1 - 3
Explore emergency services including CPR, trauma & medical emergencies, and first responder wellness. Students will receive certificates for CPR and Stop the Bleed.
ES Exploration Camp - Camp is full.
Biotechnology | Grades 7-10 | $75
June 20 - 22
Explore the world of cells, DNA, genes, microbes and learn how medicines are developed and tested. Dive into Biotech though hands-on experiences that pave the way for STEM careers in bioenergy production, agricultural biosciences, biomedical and molecular biology research, development and industry.
Biotechnology Camp - Camp is full.
Beginning Welding | $75
Grade 6-9: June 19 - 23
Grade 8-11: July 17 - 21
Help your child explore the world of WELDING with our FUN and HANDS-ON summer camps! Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating pieces they can show off with pride! They’ll also visit local manufacturers for behind-the-scenes tours and demos.
Grades 6-9 - Camp is full.
Advance Welding | Grades 6-11 | $75
August 7 - 11
Help your child explore the world of welding with our fun and hands-on summer camps! Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating a community project! They’ll learn more advance welding processes.
Advanced Welding - Camp is full.
A Week in the Life of a Healthcare Professional | Grades 9-12 | $125
July 10 - 14
Are you interested in a career in healthcare? Come to Madison College to experience a day in the life of several health occupations! The occupations include Nursing, Emergency Medical Technician, Respiratory Therapy, Dental Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Radiology Technician, Optometric Technician. In this week long camp, you will participate in hands-on activities that simulate real life experiences in a healthcare setting.
Sign Up for Healthcare Professional Camp
Questions?
Contact us if have any about Career Discovery Camps at Madison Truax.
608.745.3103 | careerdiscoverycamps@madisoncollege.edu
Fort Atkinson Campus
827 Banker Road, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
Beginning Metal Fabrication and Welding Camp | Grades 8-10 | $59
July 31 - August 4
Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating pieces they can show off with pride! They’ll also visit local manufacturers for behind-the-scenes tours and demos.
Sign Up for Metal Fabrication and Welding Camp
Advanced Metal Fabrication and Welding Camp | Grades 8-11 | $59
August 7 - August 11
Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating pieces they can show off with pride! They’ll also visit local manufacturers for behind-the-scenes tours and demos.
Questions?
Contact us if have any about Career Discovery Camps at Fort Atkinson.
920.568.7200 | fortatkinson@madisoncollege.edu
Portage Campus
330 W. Collins St., Portage, WI 53901
Fun With Torches | Ages 11-14
June 19 - 23
July 26 - 30
Help your child explore the world of welding with our fun and hands-on summer camps! Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating pieces they can show off with pride! They’ll also visit local manufacturers for behind-the-scenes tours and demos.
Session 1 - June - Camp is full.
High School Advanced Welding Camp | Ages 13-16 | $59
July 10 - 14
Help your child explore the world of welding with our fun and hands-on summer camps! Campers will design and build projects from start to finish, creating a community project! They’ll learn more advance welding processes.
Advanced Welding Camp -Camp is full.
Camp Triple C | Ages 11-14 | $59
July 24 - 28
This camp will Introduce student to basic manufacturing processes and to CAD/CAM/CNC Manufacturing processes.
Mini Manufacturing World Camp | Ages 14-16 | $35
June 26 - 28
Max of 50 students
NEW! Local manufacturers have created a three-day immersive World of Mini Manufacturing youth camp . This camp will offer a hands-on experience of all the different departments that help create, assemble, and distribute products. This simulation will take students through real world scenarios and create a better understanding of all the exciting career opportunities within manufacturing. Students will work directly with professionals in the areas of Accounting, Sales & Marketing, HR, Purchasing, Quality, Safety, Maintenance, Warehouse, Operations, Engineering and IT. An optional 4th day will include tours of local manufacturing companies.
Reedsburg Campus
300 Alexander Ave., Reedsburg, WI 53959
Science Camp | Grades 6-8 | $25
June 21, Wednesday, 9AM-3PM
Explore Madison College Science classes!
- Chemistry – Students will participate in safe, hands-on laboratory activities designed to explore how chemistry is related to the world around us. Anatomy and Physiology: Students will explore the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the heart and brain. Students will dissect sheep brains and pig hearts to investigate the internal anatomy of each organ. They will carry out pinning exercises to master the major structures of both organs and learn about general functions of the lobes of the brain and the chambers of the heart. Microbiology - Students will learn about microbes and participate in hands on activities with safe bacterial species. They will stain and observe bacteria using a microscope, identify characteristics of bacteria, transfer bacteria from broth to agar plates, and do an experiment to understand the effectiveness of antibiotics. Please bring your own lunch.
Intro to Nursing Camp | Grade 8-11 | $25
June 29th, Thursday, 9AM-3PM
Designed for students in grades 8th- 11th, our 1-day summer camp provides hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art nursing lab. Participants will work directly with our instructors for a fun and educational introduction to nursing, including a real-life simulated emergency. A camp t-shirt will also be provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Sign Up for Intro to Nursing Camp
EMS Camp Grades | 8-11 | $40
July 11 - 13
Designed for students in grades 8-11, this camp will explore emergency services including CPR, trauma & medical emergencies, and first responder wellness. Participants will work with our instructors to differentiate between minor and major injuries and provide emergency treatment in some life-threatening situations. Please bring your own lunch.
Watertown Campus
1300 W. Main St., Watertown, WI 53098
EMS Camp Grades | 8-11 | $75
June 13 - 15
Designed for students in grades 8-11, this camp will explore emergency services including CPR, trauma and medical emergencies, fire and police, and first responder wellness. Participants will work with our instructors to differentiate between minor and major injuries, and provide emergency treatment in some life-threatening situations. They will also get to explore the different opportunities for careers in firefighting, EMS, and law enforcement.
Youth EMS Exploration | Free!
June 13, 9-10:30AM
Designed for students in grades 3-6 and their parents, this 90 minute morning session will briefly explore careers in emergency services including EMT/Paramedic, fire protection, and law enforcement. Participants will get to talk with local professionals in each of these fields and see field demonstrations from each profession.
Nursing Career Camp | 8-11 | $75
June 20 - 22
Designed for students in grades 8th- 11th, our 3-day summer camp provides hands-on experience in our brand new state-of-the-art nursing labs. Participants will work directly with our instructors for a fun and educational exploration of careers in nursing, including real-life simulated emergencies.
Sign Up for Nursing Career Camp
Aviation Camp | 7-12 | $50
June 26 - 27, 10AM-2PM
Students will gain a deeper understanding of the field of aviation through a wide range of fun activities.
Questions?
Contact us if have any about Career Discovery Camps at Watertown.
920.206.8000 | wttnoffice@madisoncollege.edu