STEM & STEAM Programs for Kids in Michigan
Michigan STEM Kids brings together a growing collection of STEM and STEAM programs for kids across Michigan. From hands-on science events and after-school coding programs to seasonal camps and enrichment opportunities, this directory helps families discover educational programs by trusted providers. Browse the full list below to find learning experiences that match your child’s interests, age, and location. Programs are updated regularly as new opportunities become available.
Foundations of Python: Coding & Problem-Solving Course (Grades 4–12) – Ann Arbor, MI (Spring 2026)
Foundations of Python is a multi-week coding course for grades 4–12 in Ann Arbor, MI. Students learn Python basics, problem-solving, and core programming concepts through hands-on projects.
Joy of Coding: Online Python Programming Course for High School Students – University of Michigan
Joy of Coding is a self-paced online Python course created for high school students by the University of Michigan College of Engineering. Students can earn a certificate for college applications and access 1-on-1 support from U-M Engineering students.
Code on Wheels: Video Game Creation After-School Coding Program – Grand Rapids, MI
Code on Wheels: Introduction to Programming is a four-week after-school coding program for kids ages 8–12 at the David D. Hunting YMCA in Grand Rapids. Students build their own video games using GDevelop, a visual game-development platform, while learning programming fundamentals like sequencing, conditionals, and loops. No prior experience required. Offered through a partnership between Code on Wheels and the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.
Forensic Files: Cracking the Case – Forensic Science Summer Camp for Middle School Students – Grand Rapids, MI
Forensic Files: Cracking the Case is a forensic science summer camp for grades 7–9, running July 20–23, 2026 at Van Andel Institute for Education in Grand Rapids, MI. Students solve mock cases using real scientific techniques.
STEM Summer Camp in Novi: Camp Invention (Week 1 – Spark) at Detroit Catholic Central – Novi, MI
Camp Invention: Spark (Week 1) is a hands-on STEM summer camp for elementary students, running June 15–19, 2026 at Detroit Catholic Central High School in Novi, MI. Campers explore invention, creativity, and problem-solving through collaborative activities.
STEM Summer Camp in Lansing: Camp Invention at Delta Center Elementary – Lansing, MI
Camp Invention is a hands-on STEM summer camp at Delta Center Elementary in Lansing, MI. Elementary students explore invention, engineering, and creative problem-solving through collaborative, project-based activities.
Camp Curious at the Grand Rapids Public Museum – Grand Rapids, MI
Camp Curious is a summer day camp at the Grand Rapids Public Museum offering themed STEAM and science-based activities for preschool through middle school age kids.