Mars Code Academy | Grades 4-6

By Van Andel Institute for Education

Overview

4-day Camp For Students Entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2026

Blast off into the unknown! In this high-tech adventure, campers become part of a Mission Control Team tasked with exploring and engineering solutions for life on Mars. Through hands-on challenges, campers will learn the fundamentals of coding, robotics, and problem-solving as they design, build, and program robotic systems to complete simulated Martian tasks. Working together, they’ll navigate obstacle courses, test their designs, and tackle real-world engineering problems inspired by space exploration. Collaboration and creativity are key as these young innovators code, construct, and compute their way to success on the Red Planet!

Guided Activities

  • Learn the basics of coding and automation through interactive challenges.
  • Take on coding-free missions that show how clear communication and collaboration lead to success.
  • Work as part of a Mission Control Team to solve engineering problems collaboratively.
  • Apply real-world STEM thinking to navigate, explore, and innovate like a true space engineer.



Refund Policy:

  • Full refunds will be given if requested more than 7 days before the start date of your camp.
  • Partial refunds (50% tuition) will be given if requested 7 days or less of the start date of your camp.
  • EventBrite fees are nonrefundable.
Category: Science & Tech, Science

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Highlights

  • 3 days 2 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

Van Andel Institute for Education

216 Division Avenue North

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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Van Andel Institute for Education

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$113.89
Jul 6 · 1:00 PM EDT