2026 Youth Camps
South Texas College provides the opportunity for kids to explore and expand their interests and skills through engaging, hands-on activities. Our diverse camp offerings are designed to keep minds sharp while having fun. Bring your child so they can get involved in a wide range of camps.
For your convenience, camps are held throughout the Rio Grande Valley at our Pecan, Mid-Valley, Starr County and Technology campuses, including Pecan Plaza.
For more information please call 956-872-3585.
3D Printing Basics
Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
3D Printing Basics
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
This session introduces essential information on additive manufacturing technologies within the Makerspace program. Topics covered by this workshop include: Understanding 3D Printing technologies Available equipment, software, and materials 3D Printing guidelines Overview of Makerspace appointments 3D Modeling with TinkerCAD As a hands-on learning activity, participants will learn how to create a simple 3D model to print and take home!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60016 | June 8 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60017 | June 15 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60018 | June 22 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60019 | June 29 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60020 | July 6 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60021 | July 13 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60022 | July 20 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
| 60023 | July 27 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Pecan F-130 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 8
Cost: Free
Cupcake and Cookie Decorating
Ages 6 - 16
Cupcake and Cookie Decorating
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
This 12-hour beginner-friendly camp is designed especially for kids who want to explore the fun of cupcake and cookie decorating. Students will learn how to prepare piping bags, mix and color frosting, and use a variety of decorating tips and techniques. Throughout the camp, participants will create and decorate cookies and cupcakes based on different fun themes, building their creativity and confidence along the way.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60032 | June 15 - 18 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60035 | July 20 - 23 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60038 | August 10 - 13 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Ages 6 - 16
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 9
Cost: $95 per student
Healthcare Heroes - Elementary
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-11)
Healthcare Heroes - Elementary
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Give your kids the chance to learn, grow, and have fun this summer! The Health Heroes Camp introduces elementary, middle school, and high school students to health, wellness, and vocational nursing through hands-on, interactive activities. Campers explore essential life skills such as hygiene, nutrition, height and weight measurement, vital signs, BMI basics, physical activity, and safety practices—all in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate environment. Snacks provided!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60087 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | HSP Campus | Register Now |
| 60092 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-11)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 18
Cost: $15.00 per student
Healthcare Heroes - Middle School
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Healthcare Heroes - Middle School
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Give your kids the chance to learn, grow, and have fun this summer! The Health Heroes Camp introduces elementary, middle school, and high school students to health, wellness, and vocational nursing through hands-on, interactive activities. Campers explore essential life skills such as hygiene, nutrition, height and weight measurement, vital signs, BMI basics, physical activity, and safety practices—all in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate environment. Snacks provided!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60088 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | HSP Campus | Register Now |
| 60094 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 18
Cost: $15.00 per student
Healthcare Heroes - High School
Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Healthcare Heroes - High School
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Give your kids the chance to learn, grow, and have fun this summer! The Health Heroes Camp introduces elementary, middle school, and high school students to health, wellness, and vocational nursing through hands-on, interactive activities. Campers explore essential life skills such as hygiene, nutrition, height and weight measurement, vital signs, BMI basics, physical activity, and safety practices—all in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate environment. Snacks provided!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60090 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | HSP Campus | Register Now |
| 60095 | June 29 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 18
Cost: $15.00 per student
How to Create a Podcast
Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
How to Create a Podcast
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will learn the basics of podcasting; writing scripts, producing their own episode, and using professional podcasting equipment. We will end the last day with a "listening party". Pizza & Refreshments will be provided.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60028 | June 15 - 18 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Bldg. P - 1.135 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 12
Cost: $17 per student
Jewelry Making
Ages 6 - 16
Jewelry Making
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Join us for a fun and creative 12-hour Jewelry Making Camp designed just for kids! Campers will explore the basics of jewelry design using beads, wire, charms, and more. They'll create unique bracelets, necklaces, and keychains while learning color coordination, patterns, and simple techniques. This hands-on camp encourages imagination, fine motor skills, and self-expression—everyone goes home with their own handmade creations!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60033 | June 22 - 25 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60036 | July 27 - 30 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60039 | August 17 - 20 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Ages 6 - 16
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 9
Cost: $91 per student
Leveling Up! Resiliency Training
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Leveling Up! Resiliency Training
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Learn how to “bounce back” when things get tough. This camp is designed to help students adapt to challenges and grow from stress, adversity, and setbacks. Through interactive activities and real-life scenarios, participants will build skills to manage stress, strengthen emotional awareness, and develop positive coping strategies. The camp fosters confidence and resilience, helping students navigate everyday challenges more effectively.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60086 | June 8 - July 2 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Pecan Plaza 1.805 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 16
Cost: $225.50 per student
Miniature Wargaming
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-11)
Miniature Wargaming
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
In this camp, participants will play tabletop games using scale military miniatures and scenery, with games based on wars from different periods of history, as well as science fiction and fantasy. The games include small pieces and dice.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60024 | June 22 - 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-11)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 6
Cost: Free
Navigating Career Paths
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Navigating Career Paths
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Researching Career Paths and Educational Paths to achieve career goals. Through interactive activities, students will research a variety of careers, learn about the education and skills required for each path, and begin setting personal goals for their future. This course encourages curiosity, self-discovery, and early planning, helping students connect their interests to real-world opportunities.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60085 | June 8 - July 2 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Pecan Plaza 1.805 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Cost: 16
Poetry Camp
Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Poetry Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
This is an introductory poetry workshop that will cover poetic form and literary devices. Participants will learn a variety of poetic elements and apply them daily with unique writing prompts and small group workshops that will provide feedback for poem development.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60025 | June 8 - 11 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 9-12 (Ages 14-18)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 15
Cost: $1.50 per student
Public Speaking & Debate
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Public Speaking & Debate
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
The "Superpower" Approach (Focus on Confidence) "Have you ever had a great idea but were too nervous to say it? Or felt like no one was listening to you? This camp is about turning your voice into a tool. We’re going to learn how to walk into any room, stand in front of any group, and speak so clearly that people have to listen. It’s about building 'social armor' so that stage fright can't touch you."
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60096 | July 6 - 30 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Pecan Plaza 1.805 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 16
Cost: $211.50 per student
Sewing
Ages 8 - 16
Sewing
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Join us for a fun and creative 12-hour summer sewing camp designed just for kids! In this hands-on camp, young sewists will learn the basics of hand and machine sewing while creating fun, age-appropriate projects like tote bags, pillows, and simple clothing items. Perfect for beginners, the camp fosters creativity, builds confidence, and teaches valuable skills in a supportive and safe environment. All materials included—just bring your imagination!
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60031 | June 8 - 11 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60034 | July 13 - 16 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
| 60037 | August 3 - 6 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Ages 8 - 16
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 9
Cost: $96 per student
How to Run Dungeons & Dragons Campaigns
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Start Your Adventure: How to Run Dungeons and Dragons Campaigns
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
In this camp, students will learn how to run games of Dungeons and Dragons. By understanding what goes on behind the scenes at the tabletop, students will improve skills such as critical thinking, creative writing, problem solving, and teamwork.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60030 | June 8 - 11 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 15
Cost: $5 per student
Unlocking Your Voice: Writing 101
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Unlocking Your Voice: Writing 101
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Unlocking Your Voice: Writing 101 helps students discover their unique voice through storytelling and self-expression. Modern Writing that Matters: The Architect (Creative) focuses on building compelling stories, while The Influencer (Modern) teaches students to create impactful, persuasive content for today’s digital world. The Brain Hack (Personal) uses writing as a tool for reflection, helping students strengthen mindset, organization, and confidence.
| CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60097 | July 6 - 30 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Pecan Plaza 1.805 | Register Now |
Other Details
Participants: Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 16
Cost: $211.50 per student
