A Free, Hands-On STEM Experience at New Mexico Tech
Theme: Gaming World
Are you ready to level up your STEM skills? Step into BuzzCamp 2026, where this year’s
Gaming World theme brings coding, creativity, and campus innovation to life! Join
us for a week-long, immersive STEM experience on the beautiful New Mexico Tech campus,
completely free, first come, first served, and open to students entering 6th–12th
grade.
At BuzzCamp, you’ll dive into hands-on workshops, exciting experiments, and real-world
STEM challenges, all guided by expert faculty and NMT students. Rising 11th and 12th
graders will again have the opportunity to earn college credit, gaining valuable skills
and a head start on their academic journey.
Whether you dream of designing video games, building robots, coding new worlds, or
exploring engineering and tech, BuzzCamp is your chance to spark your curiosity, meet
new friends, and discover where STEM can take you.
Buzzcamp Dates for 2026
BuzzCamp Middle School + Early High School (Grades 6–10)
July 12–17, 2026
BuzzCamp STEM Experience (11th–12th Graders)
July 19–24, 2026
Great news! 11th and 12th grade campers will again be eligible to earn one credit hour during
camp.
Registration Information
BuzzCamp is always in high demand, and this year promises to be better than ever as
we explore all that coding has to offer and showcase the exciting things happening
on our campus.
Registration for the public opens the first week of January.
All spots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
If camp reaches capacity, a waitlist will be available. Should a spot open, families
on the list will be notified in order and will have 72 hours to confirm their camper’s
place before it is offered to the next participant.
Summer Camp Parent FAQ – Everything You Need to Know (and Maybe a Little More!)
Welcome to our Computer Science Summer Camp! We’re thrilled your child is joining
us for a summer filled with learning, friendship, and fun. Below are answers to our
most commonly asked questions from parents — if your question isn’t answered here,
just reach out. We’re here for you!
Q: Who attends this camp?
We welcome a total of 120 students, divided into two sessions:
Session 1: Rising 11th and 12th graders
Session 2: Rising 6th–10th graders
This helps us tailor both the academic content and the social environment to the right
age groups. Each student is placed in a group of peers close in age.
Q: Who’s watching over my child?
Your camper will be supervised around the clock by a team of trained counselors and
faculty members. Every adult who interacts with students has:
Passed a state-approved background check
Completed our training program on student care, safety, and behavior management
We maintain a supervision ratio of approximately 8 campers per adult, ensuring your
child is never far from a friendly, responsible face.
Q: Where will my child sleep?
Campers stay in secure, gender-specific dorm buildings, with roommates of the same
assigned-at-birth gender and similar age.
Fun fact: In our very first year, students were placed in single rooms... and by night
two, we had a line of them begging to bunk with their new best friends. We’ve made
roommate bonding part of the experience ever since!
Q: What about safety and security?
We take the safety and wellbeing of your child very seriously.
Dorms are monitored and locked
Staff is on-call 24/7
We uphold strict supervision policies
Medical and emergency protocols are in place at all times
We’ve designed every part of this camp to be a secure and nurturing environment for
students to thrive.
Q: What will my child be learning?
The camp focuses on Computer Science, with an emphasis on:
Coding languages and their real-world applications
Collaborative tech projects
Problem-solving through fun competitions (hello, battle bots!)
Students of all experience levels are welcome — from beginners to budding engineers.
For our 11th and 12th graders, we offer an actual college course for credit (don’t
worry — it’s only other high schoolers in the class!). It’s an amazing way to challenge
themselves and earn early college credentials.
Q: Will there be fun activities too?
Absolutely! We believe balance is key, and our evenings and weekends are packed with
energy:
Pool parties
Pizza nights
Battle bot competitions
E-sports and gaming nights
...and plenty of surprises!
Q: Can my child bring their devices?
Yes! In fact, we encourage campers to bring their cell phones, tablets, and laptops
to stay connected and work on projects.
Each student receives a personalized Wi-Fi login that limits access to inappropriate
content. While we do our best to filter online activity, please understand that we
cannot monitor what students do on their personal devices 24/7. We encourage families
to talk with their child ahead of time about responsible digital behavior.
Q: How do I stay in touch with my camper?
Campers will have their phones and can reach out during free time. We also share updates
and photos throughout the session so you can catch glimpses of their experience (and
see those pool party smiles in action!).
Q: What should we pack?
A full packing list will be sent to you after registration, but it includes:
Bedding and towels
Casual clothes + swimwear
Toiletries
Laptop/tablet/charger
Favorite snacks (if desired) And most importantly, a great attitude!
*Please note money is NOT necessary, and there is very little opportunity to spend
it. There is a bookstore on campus and a coffee shop. Everything else, including snacks
at the movies on movie nights, is included in the camp. We have some VERY generous
donors who BELIEVE in the future of STEM!
We can’t wait to meet your child and give them an unforgettable summer full of learning,
laughter, and lifelong friendships. If you have more questions, please don’t hesitate
to contact us!
Contact Us
If you have any questions or need to contact us for any reason please feel free to
send an email to Samantha Vigil at:
