Example activities include:
- DNA extraction and isolation
- Gel electrophoresis
- Effects of temperature on enzyme activity
- Building a catapult and a cantilever
- Solving mysteries using forensics techniques
Office of Educational Outreach
Summer Science Camp I for 7th and 8th grade students
Camp Information
Participating students gain information in general biology, chemistry, physical science, and basic laboratory safety techniques through a series of fun hands-on laboratory exercises and problem-solving activities.
Example activities include:
Example activities include:
Eligibility
Students must be currently enrolled in 7th or 8th grade, attending public or private school, in any of the nine Galveston County Independent School Districts. There is no charge for program participation. Prior Camp I participants are not eligible to apply.
Camp Dates
Students may apply for one of two half-day sessions; a session is 4 weeks.
Session 1: June 5 - July 2, 2009 from 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
- OR -
Session 2: July 6 - July 31, 2009 from 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
Session 1: June 5 - July 2, 2009 from 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
- OR -
Session 2: July 6 - July 31, 2009 from 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
How to Register
Registration Deadline: April 10, 2009
Download and submit the completed registration form to:
Fax: (409) 772-6969
(to the attention of "ATTN: Summer Science Camp I")
Mail to:
Dr. Michele Marquette
Program Manager, Science Education Programs
Office of Educational Outreach
University of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Drive
Galveston, Texas 77555-0919
Download and submit the completed registration form to:
Fax: (409) 772-6969
(to the attention of "ATTN: Summer Science Camp I")
Mail to:
Dr. Michele Marquette
Program Manager, Science Education Programs
Office of Educational Outreach
University of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Drive
Galveston, Texas 77555-0919
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