2025 PA Cyber Summer Activities Catalog

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PA Cyber’s summer activities offer students of all age groups opportunities to learn something new and have fun while school’s out. Go on an adventure, learn a new skill, and get to know your peers. We offer a mix of virtual and in-person programs. These activities do not offer credit toward graduation.

Virtual Summer Clubs ............................................................................

June Session

June & July Session

July Session

Engineering Exploration Experience ................................................

In-Person Summer Camps and Activities .......................................

In-Person ArtReach Summer Camps ................................................

Virtual ArtReach Summer Camps ......................................................

Washington, D.C., Field Trip with Family Link ...............................

There will be no club meetings during the week of July 7 as PA Cyber will be closed July 7 through 11.

Vinyl Design - Personalized Projects

Grades 9-12 | June | Monday, Tuesday | 12:00

Do you like to learn about creative tools for making DIY projects? Design vinyl application projects for creating your own crafts. NOTE: Projects will be cut and mailed to students by PA Cyber, no machine needed by students.

Woven Art with Macrame

Grades 9-12 | June | Tuesday, Wednesday | 9:00

Tie some art in Macrame! Learn to tie knots to create beautiful patterns from specialty macrame cord. Macramé starter kit provided.

June & July Session

Clubs meet once per week. Each meeting lasts an hour.

Grades K-2

ASL Summer Sign Time

Grades K-2 | June and July | Monday | 10:00

Use your hands to communicate in American Sign Language! Gain knowledge, awareness, and appreciation for ASL all while making new friends and having fun!

Caterpillars to Butterflies

Grades K-2 | June and July | Monday | 2:00

Watch nature come alive with butterfly metamorphosis: the amazing process of how caterpillars become butterflies. Club members will receive a kit complete with caterpillars and lodgings. In each session, we will discuss changes and progress. After our caterpillars emerge as butterflies, we release them into the world!

Linking LEGOS

Grades K-2 | June and July | Tuesday | 1:00

Do you love playing with LEGOs? Join us this summer to build alongside other kids who love LEGOs as much as you do! While using your creativity and problem-solving skills, we will learn new building techniques and concepts.

Snacktacular Creators

Grades K-2 | June and July | Monday | 11:00

Get ready for some hands-on fun as you team up to create exciting, interactive snacks! Use your imagination to turn everyday foods into something awesome, whether it’s designing a snack spaceship or decorating a fruity masterpiece. Bring your snack ideas to life!

Grades 3-5

Caterpillars to Butterflies

Grades 3-5 | June and July | Thursday | 2:00

Watch nature come alive with butterfly metamorphosis: the amazing process of how caterpillars become butterflies. Club members will receive a kit complete with caterpillars and lodgings. In each session, we will discuss changes and progress. After our caterpillars emerge as butterflies, we release them into the world!

Junior Rangers

Grades 3-5 | June and July | Monday | 1:00

Explore the wonders of U.S. national parks on a virtual adventure! Each week, we’ll discover a new park, learn about its history and unique features, and complete the park activities that could earn you your very own badge from the National Park Service. From Acadia to the Grand Canyon, get ready to explore these iconic parks!

Click on the club name or description to register

Summer Signers

Grades 3-5 | June and July | Monday | 11:00

Use your hands to communicate in American Sign Language! Learn ASL signs for different topics such as summer words, ocean words, vacation words, sports words, nature words, and more.

Grades 6-8

Animal Science

Grades 6-8 | June and July | Thursday | 2:00

Explore the world of animal science through veterinary care, animal anatomy, and first aid. Learn about different veterinary fields, diagnostic tools, and common diseases, while developing skills in animal care and emergency response. Gain insight into animal science careers and how to recognize and respond to animal health risks.

Here We Grow, Again!

Grades 6-8 | June and July | Wednesday | 11:00

Take your gardening to the next level! Plant, protect, and care for your garden while learning about composting, pollination, and seed saving. Work together to grow, harvest, and learn about agriculture!

National and State Parks Exploration Club

Grades 6-8 | June and July | Wednesday | 10:00

Do you love being outdoors and in nature? Do you have a desire to travel the country? Join the National Parks club to learn about places you could visit and cross off your bucket list some day!

Pop Culture through the Decades

Grades 6-8 | June and July | Tuesday | 11:00

Take a trip through time and explore Pop Culture from the 60s to today! Each week, dive into a different decade with fun trivia games and learn about the music, movies, fashion, and trends that shaped each era.

Summer Painting

Grades 6-8 | June and July | Wednesday | 11:00

Unleash your creativity in Summer Painting! Dive into various painting techniques and explore your artistic side. No prior experience needed.

Grades 9-12

Doomsday: Surviving The Apocalypse

Grades 9-12 | June and July | Monday | 10:00

Can YOU survive the Zombie Apocalypse? Participate in group discussions about different DOOMSDAY scenarios. Learn survival techniques and how to overcome the challenges you may encounter.

Esports Video Gaming Club

Grades 9-12 | June and July | Wednesday | 2:00

Make new friends and teammates who love competitive gaming known as Esports. Learn about summer tournaments with other students and schools across the nation. Improve your game as a team with team building exercises, physical health, and mental health exercises.

Let’s Be Fly and Reverse Tie Dye

Grades 6-8 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 1:00

Who said you can’t tie dye dark clothing? No one ever!!! In this club we will safely REMOVE the color out of our clothing items to make a design brand new...custom made by YOU!

Mosaic Masters

Grades 6-8 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 10:00

Are you looking for a creative outlet that allows you to get your hands dirty? Then look no further. Join us as we create mosaic designs on everyday objects using colored glass pieces and grout.

The

Lost Arts: Embroidery From Beginner to Expert

Grades 6-8 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00

Revisit the timeless craft of embroidery and learn to create intricate designs. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore traditional stitching techniques and refine your skills while reconnecting with a lost art that has stood the test of time.

The

Marketing Taste Test Challenge

Grades 6-8 | July | Monday, Wednesday | 12:00

What makes the best truly the best? Coke vs. Pepsi, Lays vs. Ruffles, Hershey vs. Mars, are all brands competing head to head on grocery store shelves. Learn about marketing and entrepreneurship through this DECA exploration of popular name brands.

Virtual Field Trips In France

Grades 6-8 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:00

Explore France’s iconic landmarks through virtual tours! Learn about the history and significance of places like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre, with online resources and discussions about the history and culture.

Woven Art with Macrame

Grades 6-8 | July | Tuesday, Wednesday | 9:00

Tie some art in Macrame! Learn to tie knots to create beautiful patterns from specialty macrame cord. Macramé starter kit provided.

Grades 9-12

Fishing Is Fantastic

Grades 9-12 | July | Monday, Tuesday | 12:00

How do you get started fishing? Enjoy this introduction to fishing, where to fish, stocking schedules, water safety, laws, processing, cooking, and more. Fishing kit provided!

Let’s Be Fly & Reverse Tie Dye

Grades 9-12 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 1:00

Who said you can’t tie dye dark clothing? No one ever!!! In this club we will safely REMOVE the color out of our clothing items to make a design brand new...custom made by YOU!

Vinyl Design - Summer Accessories

Grades 9-12 | July | Monday, Tuesday | 12:00

Do you like to learn about creative tools for making DIY projects? Design vinyl application projects for creating your own crafts. NOTE: Projects will be cut and mailed to students by PA Cyber, no machine needed by students.

Virtual Field Trips In France

Grades 9-12 | July | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:00

Explore France’s iconic landmarks through virtual tours! Learn about the history and significance of places like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre, with online resources and discussions about the history and culture.

Step into the World of Engineering in a 3-Day Summer Camp

DISCOVER PENNSYLVANIA'S ENGINEERING LEGACY!

Join a three-day summer camp designed for high school students. Dive into local engineering history while exploring universities, museums, and businesses! Connect with industry professionals, engage in hands-on activities, and explore your future career in engineering—all in your community. Don’t miss out!

EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF ENGINEERING

Hands-On Projects: Engage in exciting projects that bring engineering to life.

Industry Insights: Connect with professionals who will share their experiences and advice.

Community Connection: Learn from and network with peers and experts.

SECURE YOUR SPOT AT THE ENGINEERING EXPLORATION EXPERIENCE NEAREST YOU

CHOOSE A CAMP

The locations and times of the camps will vary. More details for each camp can be found on the event flier located in Buzz.

ALLENTOWN - JUNE 24-26

Blueprints to Breakthroughs: STEM in the Lehigh Valley

ALTOONA - JULY 14-16

Rails & Rivets: Exploring Railroad Engineering in Blair County

WILKES-BARRE METRO - JULY 21-23

Innovate Wilkes-Barre: Engineering a Better Tomorrow

PITTSBURGH METRO - AUGUST 4-6

Bridging Time: A Tour of Innovation in Pittsburgh, PA

Please contact Jolene Frazell if you have any questions about the Engineering Exploration Experience camps: jolene.frazell@pacyber.org

In-Person ArtReach Summer Camps

In-Person ArtReach Summer Camps will take place at the PA Cyber Regional Offices listed.

This summer, build confidence and spark your imagination as you develop your artistic skills through drawing, painting, sculpting, and crafting. Work alongside friends in a fun and supportive environment while exploring your creativity! From singing to creative movement and more, you’ll take part in activities that will leave you inspired and amazed. Whether you’re expressing yourself through art or discovering new talents, ArtReach promises a summer filled with fun and endless creative possibilities. Activities vary by location.

Please contact Dave Veon if you have questions about In-Person ArtReach Summer Camps: david.veon@pacyber.org.

JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING DAY TRIP

Field trip to Washington, D.C. | June 18, 2025

DETAILS

Departure Locations and Times

• Allentown Regional O ce: 6:00 a.m.

• Greensburg Regional O ce: 5:00 a.m.

• Harrisburg Regional O ce: 7:25 a.m.

• Pittsburgh-Warrendale O ce: 5:00 a.m.

Cost

• $30 - PA Cyber students & immediate family members

• $25 - PA Cyber students who were club members in the 2024–2025 school year

• $50 - Guests

• Add-on: $8 per person visiting the Arlington National Cemetery

All buses will arrive in D.C. at 10:00 a.m. at the Arlington National Cemetery. To return home, families will meet near the WWII memorial (at the Group Parking Lot o 17th Street NW) at 5:00 p.m.

MORNING OPTION ONE

Arlington National Cemetery

Additional cost $8 per person

Arlington National Cemetery is a hop-on/hop-o tram tour that will make the following stops:

• President John F. Kennedy gravesite

• General Pershing gravesite

• Memorial Amphitheater (Tomb of the Unknown Soldier)

• Arlington House

• Coast Guard Memorial

After the tour, the bus will take the group to the Washington Monument.

MORNING OPTION TWO

National Mall Museums

Buses will transport families to the National Mall where you can visit museums. While these museums are free, timed entry tickets may be required.

AFTERNOON OPTION ONE

Two-Hour Walking Tour

The 2-hour walking tour covers WWII Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Thomas Je erson Memorial, and ends at Washington Monument.

AFTERNOON OPTION TWO

Two-Hour Bus Tour

The 2-hour bus tour covers U.S. Capitol; White House; WWII Memorial; Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korea Memorials; and ends at Washington Monument.

Both tours will meet at the Washington Monument at 2:30 p.m. for a 3:00 p.m. start. To return home, families will meet near the WWII memorial (at the Group Parking Lot o 17th Street NW) at 5:00 p.m.

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