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Patchogue, NY

Engineering & Design Camp

at Oregon Middle School

Ages 6-12

July 13th through July 17th

July 28th through August 1st

August 10th through August 14th

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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A BUILDER'S DREAM

Future Stars Engineering & Design Camp invites curious minds to explore the exciting world of innovation, creativity, and real-world problem-solving. Campers become engineers and designers as they imagine, build, test, and improve their own hands-on projects.

From launching rockets to designing and racing cars, participants dive into the fundamentals of structures and mechanical engineering in a fun, engaging way. Each challenge encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.

Every week introduces new projects, friendly competitions, and collaborative design challenges, so no two sessions are ever the same. Campers are empowered to experiment, think boldly, and bring their ideas to life.

Programs take place in fully-equipped classrooms and computer labs, with all materials provided. Recreational games and water activities round out each day, creating the perfect balance of learning, creativity, and summer fun.

locationsSummer Day Camp 
109 Oregon Ave, Medford, NY 11763

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Engineering & Design Camp Facilities at Patchogue

  • Modern air-conditioned classrooms and computer labs
  • State-of-the-art software & equipment
  • Projector-based teaching stations
  • Waterslide and sprinkler park to cool off and have fun
  • Grass athletic fields for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Engineering & Design Skills That Last Beyond Summer

  • Creative Problem-Solving – Learn to analyze challenges and test real solutions through hands-on projects.
  • Engineering Fundamentals – Explore core concepts like force, motion, and structural stability.
  • Design Thinking – Plan, build, test, and improve ideas through an iterative process.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration – Work effectively with peers to complete shared design challenges.
  • Critical Thinking – Evaluate results and refine designs for better performance.
  • Confidence in STEM – Build self-assurance through successful, hands-on learning experiences.
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2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

Program
Date
Age
Weekly
Price
SAVE
3+weeks
(per wk)
Engineering & Design
Jul 13 - Jul 17
6 - 12
$675
$625
Engineering & Design
Aug 10 - Aug 14
6 - 12
$675
$625

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $80/wk, Late Pick-Up $80/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Directions to Future Stars Patchogue

Oregon Middle School is conveniently located in heart of the Patchogue-Medford School District in Suffolk County.

The school is easily accessible from Sunrise Highway and is just minutes from Route 112, a major north–south roadway connecting the South Shore to the Long Island Expressway.

Its central location makes it convenient for families throughout the Patchogue-Medford community and surrounding Suffolk County areas.

ENGINEERING & DESIGN CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation

9:15 am: Morning Session 1

10:45 am: Morning Session 2

12:15 pm: Lunch

1:15 pm: Water Park Activities

2:15 pm: Recreational Sports & Games

2:45 pm: Afternoon Session

3:45 pm: Daily Review

4:00 pm: Dismissal

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

Meet the Director

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Carol Wilson

STEAM Education Director

Carol’s mission as an educator is to inspire her students each and every day to innovate and develop solutions to the challenges we face on a daily basis. To that end, Carol can’t wait to work with and have fun with our future scientists, engineers, coders and detectives this summer!

Carol is a distinguished educator of nearly thirty years. She has performed a variety of roles in the East Islip School District as a teacher of 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th grade. Most recently, Carol helped the East Islip School District to pioneer their S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) program, where she teaches students in grades 3-5 to create, design, and communicate in teams to solve everyday problems.

Carol holds an M.A. in Reading and Special Education from Dowling College, as well as a B.A. in Elementary Education and Spanish from Clemson University. She also holds an SBL degree in administration and is currently a supervisor of student teachers at St. Joseph’s University in Patchogue.

Carol was the head varsity volleyball coach at East Islip between 1994-2001, leading the Redmen to multiple Section XI playoff appearances, with teams consisting of athletes who would go on to compete at the college level in NCAA Division I and III. She was also selected in 2012 as the faculty recipient of the National Blue Ribbon Award for Timber Point Elementary School.

In her time away from school, Carol enjoys hiking, gardening, and spending time with her two sons.

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