Youth Programs - Stanton/Wilmington

Our Camps program represents one of our fastest growing initiatives. Each camp is a unique experience that includes on-campus camp activities in the morning and afternoon field trips for every student, ages 3-17! Our signature program “Camp on Campus” for ages 6-12, allows children to explore a variety of enrichment activities throughout the summer while experiencing the college environment. Each program has been designed to be educational and entertaining and is staffed by experienced educators and camp counselors.

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Spring Break Camp

Ages 6 through 12

Children from ages 6-12 enjoy a week of fun and learning. Enjoy athletics, games, computer instruction, art activities, and guest speakers. In addition to camp activities, campers participate in a variety of off-campus afternoon recreational activities in accordance with our schedule. Some off campus activities include bowling, roller skating and museum trips. Or feel free to take advantage of our daily rates where you can come only on one, two, or three days if it fits your schedule best. But as always we would love to have you for the entire week! Extended-day rates available.

Summer Camps

Ages 3 through 17

The Camps program represents one of our fastest growing initiatives. Each camp is a unique camp experience including on-campus camp activities in the morning and afternoon field trips for every student, ages 3-17! Our signature program “Camp on Campus” for ages 6-12, allows children to explore a variety of enrichment activities throughout the summer while experiencing the college environment. Each program has been designed to be educational and entertaining and is staffed by experienced educators and camp counselors.

TRIO - Upward Bound Math/Science

Grades 9 through 11

Delaware Tech's Upward Bound Math Science Initiative is a federally funded pre-college TRIO program designed to prepare high school students for postsecondary education programs that lead to careers in the field of math and science. In addition, the program provides students with academic support services designed to assist them in the successful completion of high school, and post secondary education. Students are exposed to a variety of educational and cultural events and are introduced to the college experience through overnight activities that mirror a college residential program. Moreover, campus tours, cultural trips, and college centered activities are an integral part of the Upward Bound Math Science Experience.

To apply please submit an application packet or for more information call (302) 830-5220.

Start Now - Department of Labor Out of School Youth

Ages 16 - 21 years of age at the time of enrollment

Our mission is to provide opportunities for personal growth, self improvement and academic achievement among out of school youth within our community. These goals are implemented through a highly structured, non- traditional environment; integrating training mentoring and diverse educational activities. Our purpose is to prepare youth facing serious barriers to employment by providing training and other services that will result in an increase in employability, earnings, educational and occupational skill credentials and decreased welfare dependency; thereby improving the quality of the workforce and enhancing its productivity and competitiveness.

To apply please contact our program secretary at (302) 571-5334 for an information session date and complete a preliminary application.

Choice Not Chance

An academic recreational program designed to increase academic performance and parent-school connectedness, while strengthening our communities with productive young adults.

FREE After-School Program for Red Clay & Christina School District Students
 An upbeat and positive after-school program for 7th-12th grade students

• Tutoring and homework help in in English and math
• Enroll in dual enrollment college courses
• Accelerate Credit Recovery Program
• Participate in culinary workshops
• College and Career Readiness Workshops (individualized support)
• Join in daily sports and recreation activities
• Attend field trips and take college tours

Location: Select Schools in Red Clay and Christina School District

Dates and Times: Tuesdays through Fridays during the school year from 3-6 pm

Dart Bus Passes provided to those that need them. For students who attend "Fun Fridays" at Fraim Boys and Girls Club--limited transportation is provided for those that live in the following zip codes: 19805, 19804, 19802, 19801.

For more information or to apply, please call (302) 657-5118 or download an application.

• Choice Not Chance Flyer
• Choice Not Chance Activities Calendar

This program is funded by the US Department of Education’s 21st Century Community Learning Center Program.

“Choice Not Chance” is a partnership between Delaware Technical Community College,
Red Clay Consolidated and Christina School District, Clarence Fraim Boys and Girls Club
and the Delaware Office of Volunteerism.

STEM UP

STEM Up Delaware is a new program that provides services and resources that will increase college readiness and advance the academic standing of students in STEM education. The program will prepare students to be successful candidates to pursue degrees in healthcare or other STEM fields.

• Now recruiting students in 8th and 9th grades in New Castle County
• Must be able to commit to a long term program at Delaware Tech’s George Campus in Wilmington
• The program is FREE for students who qualify

Program Highlights:

• Afternoons on Campus - Tutoring and research-related projects
• Summer Academy
• College tour excursions
• Field trips to local healthcare facilities, live medical demonstrations, job shadowing and dual enrollment opportunities

Learn More About the Program:

• STEM UP Flyer

How to Apply:

There is a competitive application process. Forty students will be accepted in Year 1. For more information or to apply, please call 302-657-5125 or download an application