After six weeks of discovery, creativity, and growth, Partners In Ministry proudly hosted its Camp STEM-U-lation End-of-Camp Program to celebrate an incredible summer of learning. Students, families, staff, and community supporters gathered to reflect on the achievements of our campers and recognize the hard work, dedication, and memories that made this year's camp a tremendous success.

The celebration began with an exciting showcase of student talent and school spirit. Students proudly took the stage to present four outstanding performances that reflected the creativity, confidence, and teamwork they developed throughout the summer. The audience was treated to energetic line dancing, spirited performances by both the elementary and middle school cheer teams, and a captivating African dance presentation. Each performance set the tone for a memorable celebration and highlighted the many talents of our incredible students.

Following the opening performances, each class proudly showcased the innovative STEM and STEAM projects they created throughout the summer during the STEM/STEAM & Classroom Showcase. Families and guests had the opportunity to watch teacher- and student-led presentations that highlighted the creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills developed throughout camp. From engineering challenges to science investigations and collaborative classroom projects, the showcase demonstrated the knowledge and confidence students gained through Camp STEM-U-lation while giving them the opportunity to share their accomplishments with those who supported them along the way.

Second graders proudly pitched their "Self-Watering Plants" idea to the Sharks, turning their creative solution into a compelling business presentation.

 

Second graders proudly showcased their "Ocean in a Bottle" projects, demonstrating their understanding of ocean ecosystems through creativity and hands-on learning.

 

Third graders explored chromatography through their colorful Coffee Filter Flowers project, discovering how different pigments separate while creating beautiful works of art.

 

Third graders explored the different parts and functions of a plant, confidently identifying each part while sharing examples of other plants that contain the same structures.

 

Fourth graders explored the principles of aerodynamics with their Balloon Rocket Launchers, demonstrating how air pressure and force work together to propel rockets along a guide line.

 

 
Fourth graders explored the principles of physics as they designed and built spaghetti and marshmallow towers, testing their engineering skills to create the tallest and strongest structures possible.

 

Fifth graders explored chemistry by creating baking soda and vinegar rockets, observing how a chemical reaction produces carbon dioxide gas to generate enough pressure to launch their rockets into the air.

 

 

As Camp STEM-U-lation 2026 comes to a close, we celebrate not only the knowledge our students gained but also the confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories they created along the way. From engaging STEM activities and educational field trips to inspiring performances and classroom presentations, this summer was filled with opportunities for students to learn, grow, and shine. We are incredibly proud of each student for their hard work and enthusiasm and extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated staff, volunteers, families, and community partners for making this summer such a tremendous success. We look forward to welcoming our students back for another exciting year of learning and can't wait to see all they will accomplish next.