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ESSA & Title I Department Summer Camps

To inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in students through an engaging STEAM Summer Program that integrates hands-on LEGO engineering challenges and NASA BEST robotics experiences. Students will develop problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation skills while exploring real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

Program Description

Block B.O.T. Academy: Get Ready to Build the Future!

STAMP CAMP: Science Technology Aerospace and Math Program (current 4th graders): The STAMP program is filled with exciting, hands-on experiences using the Engineering and Design Process. Learning is enhanced through field trips, guest speakers, and fun Space “learning” Stations as these experiences are designed to build interest, knowledge, and STEAM skills. Some learning stations include creative arts, drones, coding, robots and more. 


Block B.O.T. Academy:  Building Our Tomorrow (current 5th graders): This innovative program combines the creativity of LEGO building with the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM). Building on prior knowledge, students will learn about robotics, coding and engineering design using LEGO Spike Prime kits to solve tasks and design a better future.

Who should apply

Title I students currently in 4th and 5th grades.

When To Apply

Applications opens March 15 - April 16, 2026

How To Apply

Complete the ESSA & Title I Summer Camp Application 2026 Google Form by April 16th. Application window: March 15  - April 16, 2026
Late application will not be accepted as space is limited.
Parents will be notified in May 2026.
Visit https://www.pgcps.org/offices/essa-and-title-1/summer-camp-program for additional information.

Contact Information

Block BOT Academy 

Dameshia Donald, Program Coordinator
dameshia.donald@pgcps.org

Ebony Crawford, Program Coodinator
ebony.crawford@pgcps.org 

STAMP Program

Dana Denny, Program Coordinator
dana.denny@pgcps.org

Bridgett Jones, Program Coordinator
bridgette.jones@pgcps.org

ESSA & Title I Office | 301-618-8390
titlei@pgcps.org

Location(s)
Block BOT Academy & STAMP Camp Program  Cherokee Lane Elementary, Kettering Elementary, William W. Hall  Academy
Class Sessions

Program Dates: July 13 - July 31, 2026
Monday - Friday
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Cost/Accommodations

This program is provided at no cost.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Transportation will be provided.