UTICA, NY – SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) is welcoming K-12 students to campus this April for a series of engaging after-school workshops and April recess camps designed to spark creativity, build STEM skills, and explore exciting career pathways. These hands-on programs offer opportunities to learn from experts, experiment with technology, and connect classroom knowledge to real-world applications.

“Whether students are building a wind turbine, meeting wildlife up close, or creating a 3D model using artificial intelligence, these programs give them the chance to engage with science, technology, and engineering in meaningful and fun ways,” said John Reade, Director of Pre-Collegiate Outreach at SUNY Poly. “We’re excited to support young learners as they explore their interests and discover what’s possible.”

After-School Workshops
• Wind Power in Action –April 2, 4 – 6 p.m.
Build and take home your own functional wind turbine while learning about renewable energy.
• UZ&U: The Utica Zoo Classroom Experience – April 9, 6 – 8 p.m.
Explore animal conservation and meet live wildlife during this interactive session.
• Quantum Games: Exploring Superposition Through Play – April 14, 4 – 6 p.m.
Celebrate World Quantum Day with games that teach quantum physics concepts.
• Build a Bridge: Explore the World of Civil Engineering! – April 17, 4 – 6 p.m.
Design, build, and test your own bridge in this creative engineering challenge.

April Recess Camps
•  3D Printing & AI-Powered Modeling Camp – April 22–24, 8:30 a.m. – Noon.
Learn 3D design using AI tools, print your creations, and explore SUNY Poly’s IMGD Labs.
• Soaring into STEM with Utica Children’s Museum – April 22, 1-3 p.m.
Elementary school students will explore science, nature, and engineering through fun-filled activities.
• Explore the Future with Indium Corporation – April 23, 1 – 5 p.m.
Rotate through interactive stations to explore STEM careers at this innovative company.
• Money Management Basics – April 24, 1 – 2 p.m.
Learn budgeting, saving, and financial decision-making in this youth-friendly workshop.
• STEAM Fusion: Where Music and Science Collide! – April 25, 1 – 5 p.m.
Experience station-based challenges, resilience-building, and the science of rhythm and sound.

Full program details and registration information can be found at sunypoly.edu/spotlight.