3D Printing Summer Tech Camp
Intro to 3D Printing & CAD (Virtual)
This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish. Students will be designing a keychain, and the 3D print will be mailed home. No experience is necessary, but familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer and keyboarding is required. Fees listed include printing fee for one project.
Category
3D Printing
Grades
2nd-5th or 3rd-6th
*Exact age/grade availability depends on each district's listing.
Featured Skill
Featured Skill
3D Modeling & Digital Fabrication.
What students will do
- Design custom 3D models using TinkerCAD
- Print and take home two custom creations
- Complete themed design challenges
Learning Objectives
- Design original 3D models using TinkerCAD
- Understand the 3D printing process from design to physical object
- Apply spatial and geometric thinking to digital design
What to know
What to Bring
- USB drive on the last day to take home your designs
Skill Level
- All levels welcome
Summer 2026 Camp Schedule
For pricing and registration information, click Register.
| Registration | District | Location | Date | Times | Grades | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Completed | Maple Grove Parks & Rec | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 2nd-5th | Ended |
| Completed | New Prague Community Ed | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9 - 11am | 2nd-5th | Ended |
| Completed | Monticello Community Ed | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9 - 11am | 2nd-5th or 3rd-6th | Ended |
| Completed | Blaine Park & Rec | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 2nd-5th | Ended |
| Completed | Crystal Parks & Rec | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 2nd-5th | Ended |
| Completed | Big Lake Community Ed | Location TBD | Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 2nd-5th | Ended |
| Open | Wayzata Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Sartell-St. Stephen Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | St Peter Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | St Charles Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | Maple Grove Parks & Rec | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Coming soon! |
| Open | Watertown Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Royalton | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Rochester Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Litchfield Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Dassel-Cokato Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | South Washington Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | Howard Lake, Waverly, Winsted Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | Hopkins Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Milaca Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | N St Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale Community Ed | Location TBD | Nov 7, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | South Washington Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Big Lake Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Wayzata Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Prior Lake Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd-5th | Register |
| Open | St Francis Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
| Open | Sartell-St. Stephen Community Ed | Location TBD | Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027 | 9 - 10:30am | 2nd - 5th | Register |
Click a district name to view their full camp schedule and locations.
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