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Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark

Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Central Community College offers K-6 students a week of hands-on STEM activities focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solv...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Central Community College - Columbus Campus. Camp Invention is a national program, and the website states that 'All Camp Invention programs are led by local educators and backed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame' (invent.org/about-us). The program is designed for grades K-6 and focuses on STEM concepts through hands-on activities. The website also explicitly states, 'All Camp Invention programs are led by local educators and backed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. All program staff are required to pass a background check' (invent.org/about-us), indicating a commitment to safety. The camp is a day program, running from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The host institution, Central Community College, suggests a reputable educational environment for the camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 4500 63rd Street, Columbus, NE 68602
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark?
Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Central Community College - Columbus Campus - Camp Invention: Spark does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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