Chemistry Summer Camp
Colorful Concoctions: Summer of Spectra & Science
Explore the expanding and ever-changing world of Color Chemistry in this exciting, hands-on career camp! Throughout the week you wont just be completing experiments youll build real scientific skills as you uncover how color reveals the hidden workings of chemistry, biology, and forensic science.
Your Mission: Explore the Colorful World of Chemistry From Crime Labs to Cells To Fireworks!
Featured Projects & Investigations
Forensic TLC Crime Analysis
Become a crime lab chemist! Use thin-layer chromatography (TLC) to analyze mystery
inks, compare evidence samples, and interpret chromatograms just like real forensic
investigators.
Enzyme Activity Color Assay
Step into the world of biochemistry using color-changing enzyme reactions. Measure
enzyme activity by monitoring color intensity and explore how temperature, pH, and
inhibitors affect reaction rates.
Flame Test: Colors of the Elements
Discover how fire can expose the fingerprints of elements. Perform flame tests to
see how different metals create brilliant colorsjust like in fireworks and pyrotechnic
design.
And More
From pH indicators and pigments to separation science and chemiluminescence, youll
explore the kaleidoscope of chemistry through safe, exciting, and visually unforgettable
experiments.
Why This Matters:
This camp goes beyond simple experimentsyoull learn how chemistry powers modern technology, crime labs, pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and even art. By completing your Color Chemistry Demonstration Kit, youll prove that chemistry isnt just something you read about in textbooksits a dynamic, colorful force shaping the world around us.
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Enrollment Process
All prospective campers must complete the following items before their summer camp application will be evaluated.
- Submit the online registration
- Submit waivers

Camp Details
Dates: June 1518, 2026
Times: Camp will run 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day (Monday-Thursday). Lunch will be provided for campers. Thursday at 1:00 PM we invite parents to come on campus for a cookie reception which will conclude camp.
Audience: Students entering their eighth grade year or freshman, sophomore, junior or senior year of high school as well as recent high school graduates
Cost: $350
Have more questions?
For more information contact Admissions.