The camp is led by award-winning UCLA chemistry professor Neil Garg and includes tours of UCLA research facilities, offering a unique opportunity to learn complex chemistry concepts from leading experts.
Chem Kids is a week-long day camp at UCLA designed for students entering 5th-8th grade (ages 10-13). The program aims to push intellectual boundaries by introducing campers to basic organic chemistry concepts, typically taught at the college level. Campers will engage in hands-on science experiments, explore 3D chemical structures, and participate in interactive activities like Rubik's Cube-solving sessions and virtual reality molecular interactions. The curriculum, which is replicated annually, is led by award-winning UCLA chemistry professor Neil Garg and includes tours of UCLA research facilities. The camp fosters scientific curiosity and problem-solving skills through engaging and challenging chemistry material.
A typical day includes drop-off, followed by camp programming from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, which involves learning basic organic chemistry, exploring 3D chemical structures, performing science experiments, and engaging in 3D games and virtual reality activities, concluding with pick-up.
This camp is best for intellectually curious middle school students (ages 10-13) who are eager to explore challenging scientific concepts and engage in hands-on chemistry.
John Wooden Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
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