Kids On Campus at MSU Billings

MSUB I THINK Youth Programs

Thank you for your interest in an I THINK youth summer program at MSUB!

I THINK programs offer a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be immersed in an environment that encourages advanced thinking, creative problem-solving, and independent thinking while in a social setting. These programs are specifically designed for those students who are above average in the classroom. For this reason, students will be required to demonstrate their academic abilities by submitting a copy of their report card evidencing a 3.0 GPA (or equivalent) as well as a letter of recommendation from a school instructor.

Please complete a separate set of forms and information for each child you wish to register in MSUB's I THINK program.

Some camp enrollments are very limited. Please submit your child's information for I THINK programs as soon as possible. Registration cannot occur until these items have first been approved and a space is not reserved for your child. Registration is first-come, first-served.

To begin the registration process for an I THINK Camp for your child, please do the following:

Ask your child’s teacher for either a letter of recommendation or to fill out a copy of this “MSUB I THINK Teacher Recommendation Form” and ask that the teacher email the completed form directly to you.
Obtain a copy of your child’s latest report card.
Fill out this “MSUB I THINK Parent/Guardian Form”. Be sure to list all programs your child is interested in.
Submit all three items together via email or mail to MSUB Extended Campus. Incomplete information cannot be reviewed – both forms and report card must be turned in together.

Email to: l.gittingscarlson@msubillings.edu

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Mail to:

1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Once approved, you will be sent the online link to register your child for an I THINK camp.

Questions? Email Laura at l.gittingscarlson@msubillings.edu. Again, thank you for your interest in the MSUB I THINK Program!

I THINK Camps (in chronological order)

I THINK LEGO Junior

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Focused on building an interest in science and engineering, this hands-on camp will capture young children’s inherent curiosity and direct it toward discovering the possibility of improving the world around them. A real-world challenge will be featured and students will be encouraged to solve it with critical thinking and imagination.
June 13-17 (Mon-Fri); 9 am to noon
Location Change: MSUB main campus, COE 427
Students entering 2-3 grades
Fee: $170
Instructor: Mark Kane, K-12 Educator

I THINK Raspberry Pi Beginning

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Do you want to build your own computer and learn to program it? How about storing all sorts of cool things on it like photos from your camera or phone, games, and be able to surf the Internet? During this 3-day camp, students will learn how to build and operate a Raspberry Pi computer; build and program an expansion board; program using SCRATCH; use their computer as a media center, web, and file server; and perform operating system maintenance from the command line. (Monitor, keyboard, and mouse will be provided for the camp, but campers must purchase their own for use after the camp.) Students must bring their lunch, a water bottle, and snack to this day-long camp.
June 13-15 (Mon-Wed); 9 am to 3:30 pm
Location: MSUB City College BO56
Students entering 6-9 grades
Fee: $230
Instructor: Bruce Brumley, MSUB City College Instructor, Computer Technology

I THINK Raspberry Pi Intermediate
Taking off from where we left off with the Raspberry Pi (Beginner) Summer Camp, this camp will get into more programming, both traditional and using SCRATCH. We will also use the Raspberry PI as an external controller with electronic automation. Students will use the Raspberry Pi to build and control electronic projects and motor controls. Students must bring their lunch, a water bottle, and snack to this day-long camp
June 16-17 (Thu-Fri); 9 am to 3:30 pm
Location: MSUB City College BO56
Students entering 6-9 grades
Fee: $165
Instructor: Bruce Brumley, MSUB City College Instructor, Computer Technology

Revised Camp: I THINK Death Defying Math and Leadership Camp for Boys & Girls
This camp will not only hone your math skills (and possibly help save you from a zombie apocalypse), but guide you in various leadership activities. The mornings will be spent engaged in various fun math “story problem” activities allowing teams of campers to crack secret codes, outrun a tornado, and escaping zombies! Campers will solve various math story problems in a fun way. Afternoons will be spent with MSUB faculty and staff who will guide you through a challenging ropes course, the climbing wall, and group sports and various leadership activities.
June 20-24 (Mon-Fri); 9 am to 5 pm
Location: MSUB main campus, COE 423
Students entering 6-8 grades
Fee: $170 9 am to noon (camp only)
Fee: $210 9 am to 5 pm (camp and leadership activities – be sure to bring a lunch!)
Instructor: Mikayla Hirschkorn, MSUB math instructor and K-12 educator

I THINK LEGO Robotics, Session I

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Experience the fun of working with technology and science through the use of LEGO robotics! Students will be introduced to LEGO Mindstorms, building and programming. Using their robots, students will complete different challenges. Students must bring their lunch, a water bottle, and snack to this day-long camp.
June 27-July 1 (Mon-Fri); 9 am to 3:30 pm
Location Change: MSUB main campus, COE 427
Students entering 4-8 grades
Fee: $295
Instructor: Mark Kane, K-12 Educator

I THINK Death Defying Math Camp

This camp has been cancelled. Please consider registering for I THINK Death Defying Math & Leadership Camp for Boys & Girls offered June 20-24, see above.

June 27-July 1 (Mon-Fri); 9 am to noon

I THINK Coding Camp

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Interested in coding? Join us during this camp, where you’ll learn even more! Using the program Scratch, make your favorite characters move, dance, talk, and so much more. What you learn in this camp can be used at home to continue coding, using this free program.
July 5-8 (Tues-Fri); 9:00 am - noon
Location: MSUB main campus COE 319: MAC Lab
Students entering 4-8 grades
Fee: $150
Instructor: Mark Kane, K-12 Educator

I THINK LEGO Stop Motion

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Love The LEGO Movie and want to create your own? Then this is the summer camp for you! Using iPads and LEGO pieces and figurines, we’ll learn some of the tricks of stop motion animation and create our own movie!
July 5-8 (Tues - Fri); 1:30-4:30 pm
Location Change: MSUB main campus, SUB A&B (located by the dining hall)
Students entering 4-8 grades
Fee: $150
Instructor: Mark Kane, K-12 Educator

I THINK Battle Robot Building

Combine form and function as you and your friends learn how to build a combat robot with style. Students will use their creative skills and learn how to use hand and power tools to construct an aluminum robot of their own design. They will personalize their robot and add defensive and offensive weapons like rams, ploughs, and wedges. Consider your design options as you construct your optimum machine. Evaluate and compare your design strengths as you compete against your friend’s designs. Best of all, keep your robot when you are done! Space is very limited to three boys and three girls, so plan to register quickly!

July 11-14 (Mon-Thu); 8 am to 2 pm

LLocation: MSUB City College TECH A062

Students entering 8-12 grades

Fee: $300

Instructor: Andy Sullivan, MSUB City College Instructor, Process Plant Technology and Energy Technology

I THINK LEGO Robotics, Session II

This camp is full. We will not have another camp this year. Please check back next year!

Using LEGO Mindstorms, students will advance their building and programming skills and be expected to complete LEGO robot challenges with precision. Students must bring their lunch, a water bottle, and snack to this day-long camp.
July 11-15 (Mon-Fri); 9 am to 3:30 pm
Location Change: MSUB main campus, COE 323
Students entering 4-8 grades
Fee: $295
Instructor: Mark Kane, K-12 Educator