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Camp Crew

Thank you for your interest in Camp Crew. Applications for the Summer 2025 program will open January 6, 2025.

Spark Summer Learning is a summer camp for elementary students focusing on STEAM subjects. But we know the love of STEAM does not end at 5th grade.... middle school students are eager to learn new things and have the skills to help instill their passion for science, technology, engineering, art, and math with younger students. 

Spark Camp Crew program is designed to provide Lincoln-area incoming 7th – 9th grade students with:  

  • Interactive learning opportunities focusing on STEAM subjects and opportunities to learn from multiple STEAM expert guest speakers and attend Spark field trips. 
  • Opportunities to gain new skills, including effective communication, teaching, organization, and teamwork. 
  • Development of leadership skills and opportunities to share your passion for STEAM with younger students.  
  • Time to have fun and develop new friends.  
  • Documentation of service hours (if needed).  

In return, Spark Summer Learning is seeking incoming 7th – 9th grade students who:  

  • Have a passion for STEAM subjects and a desire to share that knowledge and passion with others.  
  • Are willing and excited to work with elementary-aged students. 
  • Are open to learning new skills and willing to explore and discover new things.  
  • Are a team player willing to jump in and help whenever and wherever help is needed.  
  • Spark Camp Crew Members are expected to commit to work at least five weeks of the summer but are welcome to work all nine weeks of summer camp. Additionally, crew members are asked to attend a one-time, 3-hour evening training in mid-May.  
  • Of course we understand the occasional doctors appointment or volleyball game, but Camp Crew Members are expected to be at camp by 9:00am each morning and stay until 4:00pm each afternoon. 
  • Just like all Spark students, Crew members are welcome to participate in breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack, but are also welcome to bring their own lunch. 

What parents/guardians must provide:  

  • Transportation to and from Spark each day. Spark will take place at Holmes Elementary School, 5230 Sumner Street, Lincoln, NE 68506
  • Timely drop-off and pick-up 
  • $75 weekly fee to cover meals, field trips, and activity supplies 

A few notes about Camp Crew: 

  • Each crew member will be assigned to a Spark classroom to assist Spark teachers with STEAM lessons, engage elementary students in interactive, hands-on activities, and assist with field trips and guest speakers. We encourage Camp Crew Members to register and attend with their friends, but also want Camp Crew to be an opportunity for students to network and develop new friends.  

Application Process:  

  • January 6, 2025: Camp Crew application opens. 
  • February 7, 2025: Camp Crew application closes. 
  • February 10-14: Spark staff reviews applications and contact students to set up a quick 30-minute Zoom interview. 
  • February 24 - March 7, 2025: Zoom interviews completed between 4-6 pm unless otherwise requested by the applicant.  
  • March 14, 2025 (or before): Acceptance emails sent
  • March 17 - April 11, 2025: Camp Crew Parents must register their student(s) for Camp Crew using a specific link provided in Acceptance Email.