Youth Camps
South Texas College provides the opportunity for your 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.
Important: For the safety of our faculty, staff and students, masks and social distancing are recommended for in-person camps.

American Sign Language
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will learn basic knowledge of American Sign Language. This course will cover the alphabet, numbers, and vocabulary to form conversational sentences. Students will also learn about Deaf/deaf history, culture and community involvement.
Items Provided
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70018 | June 21 - 24 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 8 - 10
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 12
Cost: Free

Aviation Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Get to know the theory of flight, airplanes, and more by participating in activities, models and simulators with other students from around the area! Our Aviation Summer Camps are the perfect place to get a taste for what college life has in store for you.
Students will take a field trip to the McAllen Airport for a “Hanger Hangout.” The “Hangout” will give students the opportunity to meet with a Federal Aviation Administration Certified Instructor.
Items Provided
- Supplies
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70009 | June 13 - 16 (Elementary) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology Campus | Register Now |
70010 | June 27 - 30 (Middle School) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology Campus | Full |
70011 | July 18 - 21 (High School) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 11 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 12
Cost: $105 per student

Beginning Piano Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will learn the basic components about the piano (keyboard) and (letter names, chords, improvisation, music theory and posture. They will implement these components and techniques to learn different pieces and songs from different styles and eras. We will learn several pieces (songs) and have a performance at end of the camp at the cooper centers performance stage.
Items Provided
- Supplies
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70061 | June 27 - July 1 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 8 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 12
Cost: Free

Beginning Sewing Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
An introduction to both hand and machine sewing skills. This will introduce participants to the basics of sewing. Additionally, participants will also learn how to use a needle to stitch by hand.
Items Provided
- Supplies
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70012 | June 6 - 9 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
70013 | June 21 - 24 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
70014 | July 11 - 14 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
70015 | July 25 - 28 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Plaza | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 8 - 13
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 15
Cost: $84 per student

Biology Explorers
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Come join this camp to experience fun biology adventures. You will get to do dissections of animals and learn what’s inside of their bodies, grow bacteria in a plate, grow plants in a bottle, and much more fun activities. This camp will let you have fun while learning about biology!
Items Provided
- Supplies
- Shirt
- Lab coat
- Competition Gifts
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70029 | June 13 - 17 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70030 | June 13 - 17 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Full |
70031 | June 27 - July 1 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Starr County Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 9 - 13
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 15
Cost: $38

Biology Lab Techniques Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Come join our experienced Biology professors in learning biological research techniques that you can use for a future in Biology. This is a 1-week Biology Technique crash course where we explore the wide use of biological techniques in viewing microorganisms, extracting DNA and more. All you have to do is bring your white lab coat and be ready to learn!
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70067 | June 13 - 17 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 16 - 21
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 20
Cost: Free

Cybercamp Basic
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Hands-on learning of cybersecurity principles that are relevant and applicable to everyday life. Students will learn cyber safety and how to protect devices and information from outside threats using command line and tools in the systems for Windows 10, Linux (Ubuntu 16) and Cisco Networking. T-Shirt and Cyberpatriot Certificate is awarded when course is completed.
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70041 | June 13 - 17 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70042 | June 13 - 17 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70043 | June 13 - 17 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 11 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 30
Cost: $142 per student

Cybercamp Advanced
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Hands-on learning of cybersecurity principles that are relevant and applicable to everyday life. Students will learn cyber safety and how to protect devices and information from outside threats using command line and tools in the systems for Windows 10, Linux (Ubuntu 16) and Cisco Networking. T-Shirt and Cyberpatriot Certificate is awarded when course is completed.
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70044 | June 20 - 24 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70045 | June 20 - 24 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 11 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 30
Cost: $152 per student

Drumline Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
The South Texas College Drumline Camp features an exploration into the realm of Marching Percussion: Snare Drum, Tenors, Bass Drum & Cymbals. The emphasis will be on Posture, Technique, Strokes, Motion, Reading, Musicianship, Mental Tenacity & Drumline Exercises. The camp will culminate in a performance of a Musical Composition.
Items Provided
- Drums
Students Need To Bring
- Drumsticks
- Practice Pad
- 3-Ring Binder
- Sheet Protectors
- Pencils
- Water & Snacks
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70019 | June 3 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70020 | June 10 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70021 | June 17 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70022 | June 24 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70023 | July 1 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70024 | July 8 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70025 | July 15 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70026 | July 22 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
70027 | July 29 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14 - 22
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 16
Cost: Free

Film Music Composition
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will learn to compose, arrange, and score music for short films. Students will work with Logic Pro X and learn to synchronize music to video. They will learn basics of sound design and how to export their original score with the film as a video file.
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70056 | July 11 - 14 | TBA | Online | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 20
Cost: $18 per student

Future Jaguars Leadership Camp
For Questions Contact
956-447-6610
tamarsha@southtexascollege.edu
The South Texas College Future Jaguars Leadership Camp is a program for incoming Freshmen that aims to assist them in making the transition from high school to college.
Students that join will network with other incoming Freshmen, take leadership skills workshops like leadership style, group development, self-awareness and development, and relationship development and communication.
Items Provided
- Food - Lunch Only
- Shirt
- Certificate
Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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June 20 - July 22, 2022 (Tuesday and Thursdays only) | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
June 20 - July 22, 2022 (Tuesday and Thursdays only) | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Mid-Valley Campus | Register Now |
June 20 - July 22, 2022 (Tuesday and Thursdays only) | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Starr County Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Incoming College Freshman enrolled for Summer/Fall semester
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 30
Cost: Free

Jazz Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will learn basics of improvisation in a jazz style. They will improve their sight-reading and ability to read syncopated rhythms and various unique challenges and stylings of jazz. They will receive individual instruction and learn how to play in an ensemble. The 4 day camp will culminate in a final performance.
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70057 | July 18 - 21 | TBA | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 30
Cost: Free

Lego EV3 Robotics and Coding
For Questions
Please call 956-872-6197 or email iam@southtexascollege.edu
Using STEM concepts students will build and program robots to perform specific tasks. Skilled First RGV instructors will teach students to engage in the design cycle and use of digital tools to compare problem solving solutions.
Items Provided:
- Food - Breakfast and Lunch for A.M. Sessions, Lunch & Snacks for P.M. Sessions
- Shirt
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70005 | July 11 - 15 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology, Bldg. E, Room 1.407 | Full |
70006 | July 11 - 15 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Technology, Bldg. E, Room 1.407 | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 8 - 13
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 20
Cost: $187 per student

Mapping Out My Ph.D: Starting At STC
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Students will map out their PhD while considering the academic planning, personal life planning, and career planning.
Note: One day out of the week of July 11 to July 15, 2022.
Items Provided:
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70033 | July 11 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Online | Full |
70034 | July 12 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Online | Register Now |
70035 | July 13 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Online | Register Now |
70036 | July 14 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Online | Register Now |
70037 | July 15 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Online | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 8 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 30
Cost: Free

Photography and Videography Fundamentals
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
This course will focus on the basic fundamentals of photo and video production. Topics covered will include camera basics, lighting and exposure techniques, photo/video color correction, audio recording techniques, and basic post-processing and editing. Upon completion, the student should have a basic understanding of visual and audio techniques to aid in photography and videography production.
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70028 | June 6 - 10 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
70181 | June 20 - 24 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 12
Cost: Free

Spanish Poetry Camp
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
The Spanish Poetry Camp will consist of a one week workshop where the students will learn to identify the traditional structure form of poetry. Students will also be able to recognize figurative language in poetry. This course will be taught in Spanish.
During the program students will learn:
- to identify a traditional poem
- to comprehend poetry terminology
- to distinguish contemporary poetry
- to create a poem
Items Provided
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70038 | July 11 - 15 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14+
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 15
Cost: Free

Welding Creating the Spark
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
Teach students safety and BASIC welding skills.
Items Provided
- Supplies
- Shirt
- Certificate
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70046 | June 27 - July 1 | 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology Campus | Full |
70047 | July 11 - 15 | 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technology Campus | Full |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 11 - 13
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 10
Cost: $30

Youth Leadership Seminar
For Questions or ISD Registrations
Please call 956-872-3585 or email cpwe@southtexascollege.edu
We will explore the cultural, personality, and generational aspects of leading in today's business/organizational environments. You will be able to take an assessment of personality to find out about yourself and be able to explore the cultural dimensions and their impact of diversity in the workplace. You will also learn about generational differences and how they impact the workplace. Join us in this journey of exploration of the elements of leadership that are salient in today's business world.
Note: One day out of the week of June 6 to June 10, 2022.
Items Provided
- Food - Lunch Only
CRN | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
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70066 | June 8 (One Day Only) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pecan Campus | Register Now |
Other Details
Participant Ages: Ages 14 - 17
Maximum Capacity Per Session: 40
Cost: Free