The University of Nebraska at Omaha STEM TRAIL Center welcomes you to 2026 Aim for the Stars Science and Math Camp!
If you need special accommodations, please let us know one week in advance by calling: 402.554.4999 (TTY 402.554.3799) or emailing: unoaimforthestars@unomaha.edu
Camp Details
- Weekly starting each Monday, June 1 - July 27
- No camps week of June 29 (week of July 4th)
- 8:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. Monday–Friday (each camp is 1 week long)
- Registration opens January 5, 2026
Ages
Camp choices are based on the grade entering in fall of 2026. There are no exceptions to the grade level requirement.
- Sphero Robotics is offered for those entering grade 3 only.
- Jr. Paleontology and Totally Cool Math and Science Combo is offered for those entering grades 3 and 4.
- Biomedical Engineering and Zombies is offered for those entering grades 8 and 9.
- Fourth and fifth graders attend camps together.
- Sixth through eighth graders attend camps together.
Location
Sessions of Aim for the Stars will meet in Roskens Hall, Weber Fine Arts, or the Durham Science Center, depending on the camp.
Before and After Care
To accommodate families who need to drop students off early or pick them up late, care is offered with an additional fee (non-refundable). Options for extended care:
- $20 per student, per week of camp for just before care: 7:30 - 8:30 A.M.
- $40 per student, per week of camp for just after care: 3:30 - 5:30 P.M.
Registration
Camps fill quickly on a first come, first served basis, although there are waitlists available on line; if a camp is full it will be shown as “Full”. Click on “Full” to add your child to a waitlist.
To check on information regarding particular camps visit aimforthestars.unomaha.edu.
You can also visit https://www.unomaha.edu/camps/listings.php. Use the drop down menu to filter the results to Aim for the Stars.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
- Initial nonrefundable payment of $50 deposit to hold a camp is subtracted from the cost of each camp.
- The balance due must be received by 4 P.M. Monday, May 4, 2026.
- Payment plans may be set up for those with financial need only. If payment arrangements have not been made or if the full balance is not received within the grace period (ends May 8, 2026), the $50 deposit per camp and reserved camp space(s) will be forfeited.
- Deposits are neither refunded nor applied to another camp or camper’s account.
- A $10 transfer fee is applied on all transfers.
- If a camp is not cancelled within 7 business days before the start of it, there is no refund. If a camp is cancelled 7 days before the start of it, a refund is given minus the $50 initial deposit.
Tuition Assistance
Limited tuition assistance is available. For more information about applying, please call 402.554.4999, email edahl@unomaha.edu.
Contributions
The Aim for the Stars Excellence Fund at the University of Nebraska Foundation supports Aim for the Stars. For information on how to contribute to the mission of Aim for the Stars, please contact Erin Dahl and edahl@unomaha.edu or 402.554.4999.
Parking at UNO
See details on the Drop-off and Pickup page.
Safety is of the greatest importance at Aim for the Stars. Parking procedures reflect the combined efforts of UNO Parking Enforcement, UNO Public Safety, and the director of Aim for the Stars to ensure the safety of your children. Please inform those dropping off and picking up children of the instructions and map found on the “Drop-off and Pickup” tab on the website. These instructions will be emailed the week prior to the start of your child’s camp.
Lunch
Each day, all campers need to bring a sack lunch, a refillable water bottle, and their own afternoon snack.
Behavior Policy
Aim for the Stars strives to meet every child where they are. We hire teachers who are Nebraska certified or in an education undergraduate/graduate program so campers have the best leadership possible during camp. We go over expectations on the first day of camp each week and expect campers to follow directions and be respectful and accountable for their behavior during camp. The following steps will be used to address any camper behavioral issues:
- Verbal Reminder: Campers will be asked to stop a disruptive behavior by the camp teacher.
- Environmental Change: Campers will be removed from the area and may be asked to sit out one activity. The director will be notified that this step was taken by the camp teacher.
- Behavioral Report: A verbal or email account of the disruptive behavior will be given to the guardian.
- end Home: A camper will be sent home if the behavior is repeated. They will be allowed to return the next day.
- Removal from Camp: If the behavior happens again after the previous four steps have occurred, the camper will not be permitted to return to the rest of the camp. No refund will be issued.
Disruptive behaviors are classified at the discretion of the camp teacher and the Aim for the Stars director. Ultimately, the behavior will be deemed disruptive if it negatively affects the experience of other camp participants or puts themselves in danger.
Examples of Disruptive Behavior:
- Talking while others are talking
- Refusing to participate in activities
- Throwing items, destroying UNO property
- Bullying or aggravating other campers
- Using hurtful language; cursing, name-calling, derogatory remarks
- Inappropriate touching; hitting, kicking, punching
- Using cell phones, smart watches, gaming devices, or other personal electronic devices at inappropriate times
- The AFTS staff cannot monitor every child's use of personal technology
- Devices are expected to remain in lunch boxes or backpacks throughout the day including drop-off in the morning and lunch and recess
- If a child has been asked to put away their device, the next time it is out, it will be confiscated by the director or site supervisor until the end of the day
Free Stuff
With each registered camp, campers receive a t-shirt and take-home STEM kit.
Contact Us
Aim for the Stars Summer Camps
STEM TRAIL Center - Roskens Hall
6005 S University Dr Rd N | Omaha, NE 68182-0266
Website: aimforthestars.unomaha.edu
Phone: 402.554.4999 or 402.554.2546
Email: unoaimforthestars@unomaha.edu