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Rutgers-Camden Ignite

Rutgers Camden Center for Children and Childhood Studies

A collaborative education program driven by and concentrated in the North Camden community.

Program Requirements


Students must be in 4th-8th grade, attend North Camden schools and complete an application to participate in the program. Students interested in applying can contact the Office of Civic Engagement at 856-225-6576 or visit the office at 67 Penn Street, Camden, NJ to obtain an application form.
Enrollment Criteria:
Students who meet particular program criteria can apply to this program but must be approved/accepted to participate.
States:
New Jersey
 
Cities:
NJ - Camden
 

Description


Rutgers-Camden Ignite is a collaborative education program driven by and concentrated in the North Camden community. The program's mission is to spark student discovery through STEM, art, athletics, and literacy enrichment, mentoring, and college exposure in North Camden's 4th-8th grade students after school and during the summer.

Ignite serves approximately 250 students in extended day programming at various district schools during the academic year. During the summer, 100 students take part in Ignite on the Rutgers-Camden campus.

Additional information can be found on the website


Location


Address:
67 Penn Street
Camden, NJ 08102
Phone Number:
(856) 225-6755
Affiliated Campuses:
Camden

Who This Program is Best Suited For


Grade Level:
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
 
Interests:
Academic Enrichment/Challenge
Academic Support/Guidance/Study Skills
College Awareness
High School Planning
Summer Programs
 

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