STEAMotion

About STEAMotion

STEAMotion is a dynamic, one-week, summer academy held Monday through Thursday at various locations. Crafted by the Rice Office of STEM Engagement and in partnership with various districts and schools, this program is designed to ignite young minds and bodies, offering a unique blend of enriching STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities both in the classroom and through outdoor activities.

Students embark on an exciting journey exploring physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering through hands-on activities in the classroom and in motion. Each day includes immersive STEAM projects and engaging activities, fostering teamwork and collaboration. Led by faculty/staff, our academies' specialized learning opportunities ensure a rich and memorable experience for all participants.

Program Highlights:

- Hands-on STEAM projects designed to inspire young minds.
- Explore the engineering design process
- Engage in physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering through interactive activities.
- Combine science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in real-world applications.
- Develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills through group projects.
- Gain insights from experienced educators.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

SCHOLARSHIPS:

• Scholarships are available to a limited number of participants.
• To apply for a scholarship please click the links below to download the application.
• Do NOT register for this program if you are applying for a scholarship.
• Once scholarships have been awarded registration links will be sent to scholarship recipients.

The deadline to apply is April 18, 2025.

Scholarship Application

STEAMotion - Lone Star College

Location: Lone Star College-University Park | 20515 SH 249 Houston, TX 77070

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm | Mon-Thu

Grade Levels: 3rd-4th, 5th-6th, 7th-8th

2025 Dates:

- Week A: June 2-5

- Week B: June 9-12

- Week C: June 23-26

Registration Fee: $399/week, M-TH

This program requires the payment of a registration fee of $399 per week. Payment is made during the registration process. Registrants will be required to submit signed participant agreement. and release forms for minors as part of their registration for each child.

What to Bring:

- Participants will need to bring a water bottle and snacks daily.

- All project materials will be provided.

Lunch:

The option to use a school lunch account is available at select sites and districts. Please see below.

STEAMotion at Lone Star College

- Lunch accounts are not available at Lone Star College.
- Participants will need to bring their lunch daily for STEAMotion at Lone Star College.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Scholarships are available to a limited number of participants. To apply for a scholarship please click the links below to download the application. Do NOT register for this program if you are applying for a scholarship.

The deadline to apply is April 18, 2025.

Scholarship Application

• Once scholarships have been awarded registration links will be sent to scholarship recipients.

STEAMotion - Tomball ISD

Location: Tomball Junior High | 30403 Quinn Rd, Tomball, TX 77375
*This location is open to Tomball ISD students only

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm | Mon-Thu

Grade Levels: K-1st, 2nd-3rd, 4th-5th, and 6th-8th

2025 Dates:

- Week A: June 2-5

- Week B: June 9-12

- Week C: June 23-26

Registration Fee: $399/week, M-TH

This program requires the payment of a registration fee of $399 per week. Payment is made during the registration process. Registrants will be required to submit signed participant agreement. and release forms for minors as part of their registration for each child.

What to Bring:

- Participants will need to bring a water bottle and snacks daily.

- All project materials will be provided.

- Students will need to bring their student IDs with them each day of the camp.

Lunch:

The option to use a school lunch account is available at select sites and districts. Please see below.

STEAMotion at Tomball Junior High

- Student lunch accounts at Tomball ISD may be used to purchase a daily lunch for STEAMotion at Tomball Junior High School cafeteria.
- If not using a student lunch account, participants at this location will need to bring their own lunch daily.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Scholarships are available to a limited number of participants. To apply for a scholarship please click the links below to download the application. Do NOT register for this program if you are applying for a scholarship.

The deadline to apply is April 18, 2025.

Scholarship Application

Once scholarships have been awarded registration links will be sent to scholarship recipients.

What to Know Before You Register Online

We're excited for you to join us this summer at Rice University, but before you complete your registration, please take a minute to read the following information and reach out to stem@rice.edu if you have questions.

Limited spaces are available. R-STEM Summer Student Programs. If the session you are interested in is sold out, you have the option to join the waitlist. You will be automatically placed on the waitlist when you finish the registration process if a session you selected is currently full. Placement on a waitlist does not guarantee a spot in the program.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION ONLINE:

• Safari, Firefox, and Google Chrome are the recommended web browsers for the system.
• The child's birth date and age will be when the session you register for begins.
• Child's t-shirt size. Physician's name and phone number.
• The child's known medical conditions, required medications, or allergies.
• All necessary credit card information for payment. Rice Employee ID (Faculty & Staff ONLY). Required for discount code.
• Student ID (Rice Students ONLY). Required for discount code.
• Military service members or Veterans. Required for discount code.
• Graduation year and college (Rice Alumnus ONLY). Required for discount code.
• If you are eligible to receive one of the discount codes above, please contact stem@rice.edu to obtain your discount code before registering.
• NOTE: Refunds will not be issued post-registration for discount codes not applied upon the account user's registration.

ACCOUNT SETUP AND PAYMENT:

• Please click here to create an account with the ACTIVE Network or access your current ACTIVE Account.
• Please note: Completing the registration form does NOT guarantee placement in the program. Participation in the program is contingent upon receipt of the registration fee and completion of all applicable minor participant agreements and release forms. Registrants must submit signed participant agreements and release forms for minors with their registration for each child, which is part of the registration process.
• All future registrants for filled weeks or registrants who have not yet paid or completed the required release forms will be placed on a waiting list.
• If you are a school district wishing to pay with a PO for a group of participants, contact Matthew Cushing at mpc3@rice.edu.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Scholarships are available to a limited number of participants. To apply for a scholarship please click the link below.

Scholarship Application

The deadline to apply is April 18, 2025.

• Do NOT register for the program if you are applying for a scholarship.
• Once scholarships have been awarded registration links will be sent to scholarship recipients.

Cancellation, Refunds, and Transfers Policy

Please read and agree to the Rice Office of STEM Engagement's cancellation policy.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing (by e-mail) to the Rice University Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM) at stem@rice.edu.

• 75% refund will be issued if the request is made in writing at least 30 calendar days prior to the start day of the program.
  
• A 50% refund will be issued if the request is made in writing at least 10 calendar days prior to the start day of the program.
  
• No refunds will be issued for cancellation requests made less than 10 calendar days prior to the first start day of the program.
  
• Tuition will not be prorated or refunded in any amount for any missed days by the program participant for any reason.

Refund Procedures

All refund requests or cancellations must be submitted to R-STEM in writing (by e-mail) to stem@rice.edu with the participant’s first and last name in the subject line. Please allow up to 10 business days for your refund to be processed. Refunds are typically issued in the same form of payment as the original payment. Refunds are NOT available for vacations, special events, or other personal commitments that prevent attendance.

In the event of cancellation due to Force majeure, an Act of God, or cancellation by the Rice University campus location, R-STEM will provide a 100% camp credit of monies paid. This credit may be used for any child in the affected camper's immediate family and the credit expires the following program year.

It is each participant's family’s responsibility to check their email account regularly and to update contact email addresses with the correct contact information. R-STEM is not responsible for notices not received because of such problems.

We reserve the right to revoke the registration of any child who consistently disrupts normal activities and does not abide by the Rice Code of Conduct. While this is a rare occurrence, it is important to note that consistent disruptions diminish the experience of the other participants. No refund will be made if a child is dismissed from the program due to disrupting program activities.

Transfers
We understand that sometimes schedules change and that your child may be unable to attend camp during the session in which he/she is enrolled. We do allow registration transfers to occur but with some caveats. Registration is not transferable to anyone outside your immediate family, and split sessions are unavailable. Decisions related to transfer requests will be based on space availability and will be made at the discretion of R-STEM staff. These transfer requests must be made by sending an email to stem@rice.edu (phone requests for transfers will not be accepted).Session transfers will only be allowed at least five working days before the start of the session. Due to administrative costs, a $50 fee will be charged for each change made to your registration. This includes session transfers and late care transfers and cancellations.

Questions about registration or R-STEM programs?

Don't hesitate to ask us!
Email stem@rice.edu or call our main office at 713-348-8211.

We reserve the right to revoke the registration of any child who consistently disrupts normal activities and does not abide by the Rice Code of Conduct. While this is a rare occurrence, it is important to note that consistent disruptions diminish the experience of the other participants. No refund will be made if a child is dismissed from the program due to disrupting program activities.

In the event of cancellation due to Force majeure, an Act of God, or cancellation by the Rice University campus location, R-STEM will provide a 100% camp credit of monies paid. This credit may be used for any child in the affected camper's immediate family and the credit expires the following program year.

It is each participant's family’s responsibility to check their email account regularly and to update contact email addresses with the correct contact information. R-STEM is not responsible for notices not received because of such problems.

Flyer

View and download a PDF of the STEAMotion Flyer here.

STEAMotion Administration

If you have any questions about STEAMotion, please contact the program instructor.

Jessica Robicheaux
Assistant Director for Educational Leadership and STEM Initiatives
713-348-6274 | jr102@rice.edu

^{*Program times, dates, and locations are subject to change before the first day of the program.}