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Summer Campership Application
Deadline to apply is Friday, March 26th, 2021
Scholarships offer an opportunity for students with a keen interest in science, medicine, arts and nature who may not be able to afford full registration fees. Scholarships includes all classes, materials and field trip expenses. Youth awarded a scholarship must provide a $25 nonrefundable deposit in order to attend. Scholarships are provided through generous gifts from various businesses, foundations and individuals that believe in supporting science and health education programs at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Drop-off and pick-up for in-person camps is at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. EXCEPT: Science Explorers: Meet Me At Mentor Marsh, campers must provide their own transportation to and from the Mentor Marsh (5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor.) each day to participate. All camps run 9am- 4pm daily. Campers must arrive between 8:30-9:00 am and be picked up by 4:15 pm. Junior Medical Camp campers should arrive between 9:00-9:30 am and be picked up by 4:15. Campers must provide their own lunch each day of camp.
Circle Sampler Camp (CSC). Campers experience an exciting week of exploration at the scientific, artistic, musical, theatrical and cultural institutions around historic Wade Oval. This unique all-day program partners with several amazing institutions in University Circle to enrich your child’s understanding of our world. For campers entering grades 1-5.
Junior Medical Camp (JMC) explores the science behind medicine and human health. Campers learn about microbiology, forensic science, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, and other topics related to human health. Each week includes interactions with scientists, experiments and real dissections. For campers entering grades 6-12.
Science Explorers: Meet Me At Mentor Marsh Campers meet at Mentor Marsh each day for lessons with naturalists and museum educators exploring science and nature in this idyllic setting. Lessons take place in the nature center and on the trails of the Marsh Preserve. Campers gain exposure to a range of sciences including archaeology, paleontology and ecology. For campers entering grades 4-6.
Virtual Astronomy Camp Become an expert on the basics like the sky, the seasons, and the phases of the moon. Discuss how we know what we know about the history of our Solar System and our Universe. Astronomy Camp is for campers entering grades 6-8.
Virtual Medical Camp features live dissections, real experiments and virtual access to behind the scenes Museum spaces! This virtual experience features career opportunities in science and medicine throughout the week. A kit of worksheets will be sent after registration and prior to the start of the camp session. For campers entering grades 6-12.
To Apply (All pages must be submitted and complete for eligibility)
❑ Select camp(s) of interest
❑ Complete the Scholarship Application and Registration Form in full
❑ Submit letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal.
❑ Provide a written statement from your school office stating eligibility for reduced price or free meals. Homeschooling families: see info on last page. (No written statement needed for students in Cleveland Metropolitan School District and Cleveland Hts.-University Hts. school District. Students in those districts qualify)
Scholarship recipients will be notified via email or phone by May1st. All information is confidential.
Step 1—Select a camp date
Mark with an “X” the weeks of camp you are interested in attending. Recipients of a “Campership” will be contacted by May 1st.. Students may receive only one scholarship per year. Grade levels indicated are as of Fall 2021.
Circle Sampler Camp (entering grades 1-3): □ June 14-18 -or- □ June 21-25
Circle Sampler Camp (entering grades 4-6): □ July 5-9 -or- □ July 12-16
Junior Medical Camp: Middle School (entering grades 6-8): □ July 5-9 -or- □ July 12-16
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Junior Medical Camp: High School (entering grades 9-12): □ June 14-18
Science Explorers Camp (entering grades 4-6): □ June 21-25 -or- □ July 5-9
Meet Me at Mentor Marsh
Virtual Astronomy Camp (entering grades 6-8): □ June 14-18 -or- □ July 19-23
Virtual Medical Camp (entering grades 6-8): □ June 7-11 -or- □ July 19-23
Virtual Medical Camp (entering grades 9-12): □ June 21-25
All forms must be completed and returned no later than Friday, March 26th, 2021 to:
|Summer Camp Scholarship Program | -OR- |Applications can also be emailed: |
|Cleveland Museum of Natural History | |SummerCamps@ |
|1 Wade Oval Drive | | |
|Cleveland, Ohio 44106 | | |
Scholarship Application and Registration Form
Step 2—Basic Information
Student Full Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Grade Level in Fall 2021: _______ Date of Birth: ____________/______________/___________
Street Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________
City: _____ State: __ Zip: ___________________
Student Email Address (if applicable): _____________________________________________________________________
Student Cell Phone (if applicable): ________________________________________________________________________
School (please note if homeschooled): _____________________________________________________________________
School District: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Email Address_________________________________________________________________________
(Must provide in order to receive scholarship materials and information)
Parent/Guardian Phone Number: _____________-________________-_____________________
Parent/Guardian Address (if different from student address)
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________
City: _________________________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ________________
All forms must be completed and returned no later than Friday, March 26th, 2021 to:
|Summer Camp Scholarship Program | -OR- |Applications can also be emailed: |
|Cleveland Museum of Natural History | |SummerCamps@ |
|1 Wade Oval Drive | | |
|Cleveland, Ohio 44106 | | |
Step 3—Reference
Give this form to a teacher, guidance counselor or principal who knows your child well. Ask them to fill it out and return it to you in a sealed envelope or they can send it directly to us no later than Friday, March 26th, 2021.
| Summer Camp Scholarship Program |-OR- |Applications can also be emailed: |
|Cleveland Museum of Natural History | |SummerCamps@ |
|1 Wade Oval Drive | | |
|Cleveland, Ohio 44106 | | |
Camper’s Full Name:
School (please note if homeschooled):
School District:
|Circle the number that best describes how well|1 = “Strongly Disagree” |Please comment |
|the statements describe this student. |5 = “Strongly Agree” | |
| |N/A = not applicable | |
|Eager to learn and try new things. |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|Has a strong interest in science. |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|Follows directions and obeys rules. |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|Works well with other students. |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|Demonstrates respect for others including |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|peers and adults. | | |
|Has a good understanding of science concepts |1 2 3 4 5 N/A | |
|for grade level. | | |
Why should this student receive a scholarship for summer camp at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History?
Name and Title of person completing this form: ___________________________________________
Signature: Date: __________________________
Step 4—Income Requirements
Request that your school office or guidance counselor provide a letter stating you qualify for the national reduced price meals program. This letter must be received no later than Friday, March 26th, 2021.
□ Check this box if camper attends a CMSD or CHUH school. We do not require a letter of lunch program qualification for CMSD/CHUH students.
If you do not receive free or reduced price school meals, but you still meet the income guidelines, have your school send a letter stating you qualify. If you cannot get a letter from your school, submit a notarized letter signed by a witness that states that you meet the income guidelines.
Homeschooling families, submit a notarized letter signed by a witness that states that you meet the income guidelines.
Income Eligibility Guidelines – School Year 2020-2021
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Step 5— Send in your application
Put all the application pages together. Check the list on the first page to make sure you have everything. Return all completed forms no later than Friday, March 26th, 2021 to:
|Summer Camp Scholarship Program |-OR- |Applications can also be emailed: |
|Cleveland Museum of Natural History | |SummerCamps@ |
|1 Wade Oval Drive | | |
|Cleveland, Ohio 44106 | | |
Scholarship recipients will be notified via email or phone no later than May1st. All information is confidential.
We are happy to answer any questions about the process! Contact us at: SummerCamps@
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