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July 10, 2025

Throughout June, rising 5th through 8th grade students dove into the exciting world of STEM at our Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) STARBASE Summer Camp. Students participated in hands-on activities designed to challenge their critical thinking and inspire innovation. Students worked side-by-side with knowledgeable interns and mentors who brought real-world science and engineering to life. At GEMS STEM Camp, students engaged in a weeklong, hands-on exploration of communication technologies and economic development through interactive modeling and simulation. Campers rotated through breakout sessions where they flew and programmed drones, designed 3D models in virtual reality, built and coded Arduino-powered devices, and collaborated in Minecraft to develop virtual communities. Additional activities included photogrammetry and scanning for 3D prototyping, building radio kits, and engineering challenges like designing drone obstacle courses and building structural models. Each day ended with team challenges that promoted critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The week concluded with a GEMS Expo where students presented their projects, including their drone missions, virtual worlds, and tech creations.