Pioneer Middle School plans free summer learning camps

This two-week long investigation will teach students the fundamentals of how to measure activity in outer space -- black holes and cosmic storms. Partnered with Hanford LIGO Observatory, students will learn how to be scientists of the earth and sky. Students will do a two week long project that is similar to the work of the scientists and engineers who work at LIGO. They will build circuits, do basic computer programming, study weather patterns, and much more. Students will go to LIGO Observatory on the first and last day of this camp, where they will get the first hand opportunity to work with Hanford scientists. Go to http://www.ligo-wa.caltech.edu/ to see more information about LIGO.

This hands on study of the human body and careers in emergency medicine is partnered with Walla Walla Community College and St. Marys Medical Center. In this camp students will get first hand practice at emergency medicine. As part of their coursework, students will become first aid and CPR certified. This camp is an excellent introduction to the many opportunities available in the health care industry. Students will practice their skills in the nursing lab and the Allied Health center at WWCC on the final day of camp.

In this camp students will get a deeper look at medical careers that require an advanced degree. Students will practice occupations such as nursing, physical therapy, and sports medicine. Students will get the opportunity to work with professionals and practice hands on medicine. Fun math and science skills activities will accompany this camp.

Creative Writing & Recreation: July 23 to August 2 (No Fridays with this camp)

Let your creative juices flow! In this camp students will use photography to help guide their writing ideas. This camp will encourage students to explore their imagination.

Contact Marika Tomkins at 527-3050 for more information about these wonderful camps. All camps will be taught by Walla Walla district teachers in conjunction with our career partners. Camps will run from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. daily.

There will also be a 8-9 a.m. supervised recreation time for students who wish to start their day earlier. Lunch will be provided by Walla Walla Parks and Recreation. All cost for these camps is paid by the GEAR UP and Millennials grants with NO COST to the participants.