The LCC Youth Program offers afterschool classes and summer camps for students in grades 2 through 12. It focuses on hands-on education that sparks a love of learning in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM). These seriously fun camps and classes are led by respectful, engaged staff and provide a safe environment for students to unleash their curiosity.
Summer Camp Information
Full- and half-day summer camps are offered from June through August each year, with registration opening in March. The camps run Monday through Thursday, with new camps starting weekly.
Location
Days and Hours of Operation
- Full Day Camps
- 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a break between noon and 1 p.m. (supervised)
- Half-Day Camps
- Morning sessions: 9 a.m. to noon
- Afternoon sessions: 1 to 4 p.m.
- Students who enroll in both a morning and afternoon session the same week will have a break between noon and 1 p.m. (supervised)
Lunch/Snacks
Between noon and 1 p.m., campers will have a supervised break to eat. Lunch and/or snacks are not provided; it is the student/parent’s responsibility to provide food and a drink while attending camp.
- Student/Parent-provided cold lunch or snacks (students/staff are unable to heat food)
- It is recommended that each student bring water and a small snack each day, and a lunch if enrolled in a full-day camp or morning and afternoon half-day camps the same week.
- Please avoid bringing snacks with peanuts due to allergy concerns
Before and Aftercare
Student supervision is available before and after camp sessions end.
- Beforecare: 7:45 to 9 a.m. (students must be enrolled in morning or full-day sessions)
- Aftercare: 4 to 5 p.m. (students must be enrolled in afternoon or full-day sessions)
Afterschool Classes Information
Afterschool classes are developed in partnership with school districts and hosted at the districts’ facilities. Visit the Youth Program website to view participating schools and details.
Youth Program Parent Information and Responsibilities
Parent Contact and Release Form
Parent contact and release information is required for all minors. This information is now collected within the online registration process.
This form provides Youth Program instructors and staff with valuable information, including medical concerns and emergency contact information for your child.
Your child will not be accepted into our program until we receive this form.
Parent Contact and Release Form
Sign-In/Sign-Out Procedure
- Parents/guardians are required to come into the building to drop off and pick up their child
- Students will only be released to authorized adult(s) indicated in the Parent Contact and Release Form
Transportation
LCC does not offer transportation. Please arrange your student’s transportation needs before the start of camp.
Student/Parent-Provided Items
- Drink, snack and/or lunch (see lunch/snacks sections for details)
- Supplies and/or materials requested in the camp description (other supplies are provided in each camp)
- Appropriate clothing and sunscreen for outdoor activities
Program/Camp-Provided Items
- Name tag (given to students the first day; must be worn at all times)
- Supplies and/or materials not requested in camp descriptions
Code of Conduct
- All students must follow the LCC Student Code of Conduct. Visit the Student Code of Conduct website to review its contents.
- All students must wear family-friendly clothing appropriate for the classroom
Closing Ceremonies
Some classes and camps include a Closing Ceremony, in which the instructor invites parents to attend the last day to see what students have accomplished during the class. Instructors will communicate this information to parents through class handouts or email.
- Parents and students will also be asked to complete a short evaluation of the camp on the last day of class. Please allow five minutes to complete this important survey.
Scholarships
The number of scholarships available each semester varies depending on community donations to the scholarship fund. Eligibility for scholarships is often based on income. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee one will be awarded. Scholarship application forms are available starting Feb. 1 of each camp year. Contact the Youth Program office at 517-483-1415 or lifelong@lcc.edu for an application form or more information.
Youth Program Student Information and Responsibilities
Students Must Bring
- A positive attitude
- It is recommended that each student bring water and a small snack each day, and a lunch if enrolled in a full-day camp or morning and afternoon half-day camps the same week.
- Appropriate clothing and sunscreen for outdoor activities
Students Expectations
- Be respectful to instructors and other staff members
- Be respectful of other students in the camp or program
- Respect the equipment, supplies and other classroom materials
- Agree to follow the dress code (family-friendly, classroom-appropriate clothing)
- Agree to follow the LCC Student Code of Conduct
- Visit the Student Code of Conduct website to review its contents.
- Briefly described, students must listen to and follow directions from instructors and staff
Stay connected
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Youth Program Contact
Physical Location:
LCC East Campus
2827 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: 517-483-1415
Fax: 517-483-9750
Email: lifelong@lcc.edu