Join us June 22-26, 2026, for our annual Architects in Schools Summer Camp! The virtual camp is designed for youth ages 8-12. Register by 5pm PT on June 12 to participate.

CAMP THEME:
This year’s camp theme is Small Changes = BIG IMPACT, Designing Sustainable and Resilient Communities. What are small things that you can do in your community to make it more sustainable and resilient? Let’s explore together! Camp participants will learn about ways they can use design to support some of our smallest community members – birds and bugs! Students will be introduced to technical architecture practices such as drawing, planning, model making, and more. By implementing the design process, they will make small changes in their community that create a BIG impact!

HOW IT WORKS:
The camp is entirely virtual – meaning students can participate from home. To engage in the camp, participants will need a computer, tablet, or other device with access to internet.

Every day, we will email you the digital lesson including hands-on design activities, reading, thinking exercises, and pre-recorded videos. There will also be a live Zoom session every day from 12:30-1:30pm PT. The live sessions are optional but highly recommended so students can meet practicing architects and designers and fully experience the camp content.

DAILY SCHEDULE:

Work through the Daily Lesson PDF that is emailed to you the evening prior to each day of camp
Watch the Pre-recorded Videos
Start on activities in your Student Architect Journal
Join us for a Live Zoom Activity from 12:30-1:30pm PT
Go back to your Student Architect Journal and complete the activities for the day
Complete the Bonus Challenge if you want to do more!

ACCESSING FREE ART SUPPLIES:
We will mail art supplies to participants located in Oregon. Boxes of supplies will be $25 for those able to pay, but will be available at no cost to those who are experiencing financial barriers. Please fill out this supply box request form and select to pay if you are able. See the recommended list of art supplies. Supply requests are due by June 5.

COST:
We recommend a participation fee of $25/child. Please choose your payment tier based on your financial resources. No family will be turned away due to inability to pay.

QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about the camp, please contact Kim Knowles, Director of Education Programs at kim@af-oregon.org.