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12
WEEKLY SESSIONS
Jun 15 - Sep 9
5 - 15
AGES WELCOME
Max. 7 per group
3
SCHEDULE OPTIONS
AM Half · PM Half · Full Day
EXPERT
WEEKS AVAILABLE
Deep-dive add-ons
7 SUBJECTS TO EXPLORE
Same core STEAM rotation every week with fresh projects. Kids who come back in one, two, or ten weeks always find something new to build!
MINECRAFT
Build, mod, and collaborate in a sandbox they already love with educator-mode tools the home version doesn't have.
STOP-MOTION
Frame-by-frame storytelling with clay, paper, and LEGO. Every camper finishes the week with a short of their own.
ENGINEERING
Real engineering problems solved with cardboard, hot glue, hardware, and a lot of iteration.
ROCKETRY
Build it, launch it, recover it. Aerodynamics, propulsion, and at least one full-volume "whoa!"
3D PRINTING
Sketch ideas in TinkerCAD, print them on Bambu printers. Real, take-home objects every single week.
ROBOTICS
From the basics of motors and sensors to building robots that actually do a job.
VIDEO GAMES
Scratch, GameMaker, Roblox-style block code. Design a game, test it, and share it with friends!
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AND MORE!
Plus rotating special projects, guest instructors, and seasonal builds.
HANDS-ON, CREATIVE, EDUCATIONAL, FUN!
7:1 RATIO
Max. 7 students per instructor
STEM ACCREDITED
Credentialed Makerspace
DROP-OFF CAMP
Parents off-site, kids on-task
SIBLING DISCOUNTS
Auto-applied at checkout
CITS WELCOME
14YO 25% off · 15YO 50% off
REGISTRATION
CHOOSE YOUR SCHEDULE TO REGISTER ON SAWYER.
Add-ons:
Expert session: +$150-250
Catered lunch: +$50/wk
Discounts:
Sibling: 10%-30% Off
CIT: 14YO 25% Off / 15YO 50% Off
★ OPTIONAL EXPERT WEEKS
ADD-ON for FULL-DAY CAMPERS
GO DEEP ON A SPECIALTY SUBJECT
Half-day deep dives with specialty instructors
Other half on a core STEAM subject
Add your Expert option at checkout
ROBLOX DEVELOPER
Build a playable Roblox game with Lua scripting.
Jul. 6-10
Ages 8-14 yrs.
+$100
FIRST LEGO LEAGUE
FLL-style mission challenges: design, build, program, mock competition.
Aug. 10-14
Ages 5-9 yrs.
+$150
A DAY AT CAMP
ALL DAY SCHEDULE
The rhythm we've tuned over a decade:
Two STEAM blocks before lunch and two after.
Hands-on instruction every minute.
9:30 am
Drop-off & arrival activity
9:45 am
STEAM block 1
10:45 am
Screen break
11:00 am
STEAM block 2
12:00 pm
Catered lunch (add-on)
1:00 pm
Afternoon icebreaker
1:15 pm
STEAM block 3
2:15 pm
Screen break 2
2:30 pm
STEAM block 4
3:30 pm
Pickup
CATERED LUNCH · 12-1 pm · +$50/wk
WEEKLY MENU
Catered at the Makerspace, served with fresh fruit. Full Day campers only. Select the add-on at checkout.
MON
BAKED ZITI
TUE
CHICKEN TENDERS
WED
PASTA ALFREDO
THU
TURKEY HERO
FRI
PIZZA
SUMMER FAQ
What will my camper be doing during the week?
Every day holds a new adventure with MakeInspires core STEAM! MakeInspires instructors work with their camp cohort to introduce various STEAM topics and projects, helping campers discover new interests and try a bit of everything. The first two to three days of camp will be an exploration into various subjects through guided cross-disciplinary projects, while the rest of the week allows campers to focus on their favorites.
Do campers go outside?
Chappaqua: Campers have supervised access to the Bell Middle School playground during the lunch hour on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (weather permitting).
Is early drop-off or extended day available?
Early drop-off and extended-day may be available on request - there is a minimum of 2 students in order to run an extended-day activity. Please contact your local makerspace manager to inquire about options and availability.
Are campers grouped by age, grade, or interest area?
Campers are first grouped by their age, but this may shift based on camper interest as we explore our core STEAM subjects. If age-based grouping is not possible due to enrollment, instructors provide differentiated instruction and extra support to ensure all campers are appropriately challenged and supported.
Are there discounts for siblings?
Sibling discounts are already included into our registration pricing. Each sibling receives an additional 10% off your order.
What should I bring to camp?
Campers should bring: A refillable water bottle (filtered water is available on-site) A nut-free snack (and lunch if staying for a full day) A change of clothes (recommended for campers ages 5–6 or those prone to spills/accidents)
Do I need to bring a lunch?
Families can choose to purchase the "Catered Lunch" add-on to have MakeInspires provide a fresh meal for your child every day. For catered lunch, there are no substitutions or singular meal requests. Meal details are found on each location's respective summer registration page. If your child does not like the catered lunch menu or has dietary restrictions, they should bring their own nut-free lunch.
Can I register for less than a week?
Yes, we offer pro-rated registrations for less than five days. Email your location to request the code. It must start on a Monday unless the camper has attended MakeInspires before.