Utica, NY – SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) is thrilled to announce its February School Break Camps. Part of the SUNY Poly Spotlight Series, these camps are designed to inspire creativity, spark curiosity, and provide kids with engaging hands-on activities during their time off from school. Designed for pre-collegiate students aged 12-15, these hands-on, interactive camps cover a wide range of topics, from robots and STEM to dinosaurs and health awareness.
Running from February 18-20, these workshops provide students with a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals, SUNY Poly faculty, and student leaders. Each program is tailored to encourage critical thinking, creativity, and real-world application and all facilitated by expert instructors in SUNY Poly’s state-of-the-art facilities.
“We’re excited to offer these camps as an opportunity for kids to learn new skills, discover their passions, and experience the innovative environment of SUNY Poly,” said John Reade, Director of Pre-Collegiate Outreach. “Our goal is to provide a memorable and enriching experience for every camper.”
All camps will cost $25 or less and take place in the Makers Lab, part of the Center for Global Advanced Manufacturing (CGAM), located in Donovan Hall at SUNY Poly. Registration for both the morning and afternoon camps, on the same day, will include a free lunch at the dining hall in the Campus Center.
February School Break Camp Lineup:
Robots, Drones, Technology, and Safety with the New York Power Authority (NYPA) • Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 8 a.m. – Noon
- Description: Explore cutting-edge robotics, drones, and safety technologies in this immersive workshop led by NYPA experts.
Explore the Future with Indium Corporation
- Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 1 – 5 p.m.
- Description: Discover career paths in engineering, IT, and business through interactive stations led by Indium Corporation professionals.
Ethical Hacking: A Hands-On Introduction
- Date/Time: Wednesday, February 19, 8 a.m. – Noon
- Description: Dive into the world of ethical hacking with cybersecurity experts from Quanterion Solutions Incorporated.
The Fibonacci Sequence: A Tie Between Math, Nature, and Music
- Date/Time: Wednesday, February 19, 1 – 5 p.m.
- Description: Discover the fascinating connections between math, nature, and music in this hands-on workshop led by Julia Pilny of Project Fibonacci.
Dig, Discover, and Learn: Unearth the Secrets of Prehistoric Life
- Date/Time: Thursday, February 20, 8 a.m. – Noon
- Description: Become a paleontologist for a day as you excavate real fossils to take home, with guidance from expert Paul Thornton.
Be a Health Hero: Create Your Own Health Message
- Date/Time: Thursday, February 20, 1 – 5 p.m.
- Description: Learn to design impactful health campaigns in this interactive workshop with NYSTEC consultant Dayna M. Maniccia, DrPH, MS, Principal Consultant at NYSTEC
Registration Details:
Spaces are limited for all camps, so early registration is encouraged. The deadline to register for all camps in Friday, February 14. To register or for more information, visit
