SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
WHS Summer Activity Calendar
Click here for the most up-to-date calendar for WHS summer activities. Contact your coach for more specific camp dates.
KSFY Media Camp - Washington Pavillion
June 10-14, 9am-12pm
Application Deadline: May 1
Kids ages 14-17 are eligible to audition for this free camp, which will be held June 10-14 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Students will learn about broadcasting, acting, production, the behind-the-scenes workings of a newscast and pitch their stories to sponsors, all while creating a broadcast that will air on KSFY News. Those interested may submit their own video audition or arrange for a taped audition at the Washington Pavilion.
The deadline is May 1. Download an application here.
SDSU Fishback Summer Scholars Program
July 8-12
Brookings, SD
The Summer Scholars Program is uniquely designed to engage students in several elements of an authentic college experience. Your student will have the opportunity to select a Primary Academic Program among one of our 7 colleges which will include specialized experiences and learning with SDSU faculty members. In addition, your student will participate in a shorter Mini Academic Program from another college of their choice. There will also be co-curricular activities that will emphasize socialization and professional development. Scholars will enjoy meals on campus and will be housed in Honors Hall where they will be mentored by current Honors College student counselors.
Program registration is an all-inclusive $275 per student, and the deadline to register for the program is June 1. Participants who enroll at SDSU will receive a $275 Summer Scholar Incentive to apply towards their first semester tuition. Students can find more information about the program and register to participate at https://www.sdstate.edu/scholarscamp.
If you or your students have questions about the Summer Scholars Program, or if you would like to explore possibilities for participation, please contact me at jessica.mellon@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4173. Technical questions about program registration may be directed to Ms. Kasey Williams at sdsu.seminars@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4077.
Dakota State University GenCyber Camps
June 16-21
Madison, SDLearn, hack, fix, and explore cyber security. DSU GenCyber is a Cyber Security camp designed for high school students entering grades 10 through 12 (currently in 9-11). Students will participate in hands-on education sessions with DSU professors, alumni, and current students as well as other industry professionals.
The camp's main purpose is to educate and excite groups of students that may not have considered studying and working in cyber security. Students do not need any prior background or experience in security to attend. Computers are also provided so no need to bring your own.For more info, email info@gencyber.camp
Click here for registration information.
Ag Discovery 2019
AdDiscovery is a 2 week residential summer outreach program sponsored by the US Department of Agriculture. AgDiscovery allows students to gain a first hand look at many career paths in Ag science. This program will take place at Iowa State University from July 14-27, 2019. Registration Deadline is March 15. Apply at www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery
USD Accounting Camp
The Institute is designed to bring interested high school sophomores and juniors to USD’s campus in Vermillion to learn about the accounting profession and related career opportunities. Students do not have to be currently enrolled in accounting or have taken an accounting class in order to attend the Institute. Students will need to have a staff member complete a recommendation form and the online registration. The recommendation forms are available in the counseling office. For more information and to register please go to http://www.usd.edu/business/accounting/accounting-institute
Dates: July 14-18
Registration Deadline: May 24
SFSD Summer School 2019
Starts June 3, 2019
Classes will be held Monday through Thursday at CTE Academy. Online, Speech, Team Sports, & Work For Credit classes are available.
Click on the link for more information:Summer School Registration
SDSU STEM Youth Camps
For students interested in science, engineering, and technology. Click here for more information.
Career Camps Sponsored by the State of South Dakota
Various Dates - 18 Camps Available
Choose from several summer opportunities in 16 career clusters at our state universities and technical colleges. Please visit: http://sd.gov/careercamps/healthcare.aspx for more information.
Click here for the most up-to-date calendar for WHS summer activities. Contact your coach for more specific camp dates.
KSFY Media Camp - Washington Pavillion
June 10-14, 9am-12pm
Application Deadline: May 1
Kids ages 14-17 are eligible to audition for this free camp, which will be held June 10-14 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Students will learn about broadcasting, acting, production, the behind-the-scenes workings of a newscast and pitch their stories to sponsors, all while creating a broadcast that will air on KSFY News. Those interested may submit their own video audition or arrange for a taped audition at the Washington Pavilion.
The deadline is May 1. Download an application here.
SDSU Fishback Summer Scholars Program
July 8-12
Brookings, SD
The Summer Scholars Program is uniquely designed to engage students in several elements of an authentic college experience. Your student will have the opportunity to select a Primary Academic Program among one of our 7 colleges which will include specialized experiences and learning with SDSU faculty members. In addition, your student will participate in a shorter Mini Academic Program from another college of their choice. There will also be co-curricular activities that will emphasize socialization and professional development. Scholars will enjoy meals on campus and will be housed in Honors Hall where they will be mentored by current Honors College student counselors.
Program registration is an all-inclusive $275 per student, and the deadline to register for the program is June 1. Participants who enroll at SDSU will receive a $275 Summer Scholar Incentive to apply towards their first semester tuition. Students can find more information about the program and register to participate at https://www.sdstate.edu/scholarscamp.
If you or your students have questions about the Summer Scholars Program, or if you would like to explore possibilities for participation, please contact me at jessica.mellon@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4173. Technical questions about program registration may be directed to Ms. Kasey Williams at sdsu.seminars@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4077.
Dakota State University GenCyber Camps
June 16-21
Madison, SDLearn, hack, fix, and explore cyber security. DSU GenCyber is a Cyber Security camp designed for high school students entering grades 10 through 12 (currently in 9-11). Students will participate in hands-on education sessions with DSU professors, alumni, and current students as well as other industry professionals.
The camp's main purpose is to educate and excite groups of students that may not have considered studying and working in cyber security. Students do not need any prior background or experience in security to attend. Computers are also provided so no need to bring your own.For more info, email info@gencyber.camp
Click here for registration information.
Ag Discovery 2019
AdDiscovery is a 2 week residential summer outreach program sponsored by the US Department of Agriculture. AgDiscovery allows students to gain a first hand look at many career paths in Ag science. This program will take place at Iowa State University from July 14-27, 2019. Registration Deadline is March 15. Apply at www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery
USD Accounting Camp
The Institute is designed to bring interested high school sophomores and juniors to USD’s campus in Vermillion to learn about the accounting profession and related career opportunities. Students do not have to be currently enrolled in accounting or have taken an accounting class in order to attend the Institute. Students will need to have a staff member complete a recommendation form and the online registration. The recommendation forms are available in the counseling office. For more information and to register please go to http://www.usd.edu/business/accounting/accounting-institute
Dates: July 14-18
Registration Deadline: May 24
SFSD Summer School 2019
Starts June 3, 2019
Classes will be held Monday through Thursday at CTE Academy. Online, Speech, Team Sports, & Work For Credit classes are available.
Click on the link for more information:Summer School Registration
SDSU STEM Youth Camps
For students interested in science, engineering, and technology. Click here for more information.
Career Camps Sponsored by the State of South Dakota
Various Dates - 18 Camps Available
Choose from several summer opportunities in 16 career clusters at our state universities and technical colleges. Please visit: http://sd.gov/careercamps/healthcare.aspx for more information.
