The very popular Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Camp schedules are set and registration is now open for the 2025 summer sessions. CTE Summer Camps provide students an opportunity for hands-on and active learning during the summer break. They range in topics from the extremely popular Culinary Camps to Health Sciences, Career Exploration, to Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Math (STEAM) Camp.
“Summer Camps are a great way for students to learn in a fun, laid-back environment,” said LCS Director of Career & Technical Education, Gary Hart. “Our instructors do a great job of making the topics fun and engaging while exposing our younger students to many of the concepts we teach in the upper grades of CTE Courses.”
Each camp session lasts four days and is executed by Career & Technical Education staff from the subject area of the camp. Daily sessions typically run from 8-2:30 and include lunch for each student. Each camp costs $160 per student. To register for camp sessions, please contact Carrie Womack at carriewomack@lee.k12.nc.us
2025 CTE Summer Camp Session Schedule
Science - Technology - Engineering - Agriculture - Mathematics Camp
Rising 1st-5th Grades
July 7-10, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160 per student
Health Science Camp
Rising 6th-8th Grades
July 7-10, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160 per student
Kids Culinary Camp
Ages 6-10
Southern Lee High School: July 7-10, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lee County High School: July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ocean of Opportunities - Summer Career Camps
Elementary Science - Technology - Engineering - Agriculture - Medicine (STEAM) Camp
Rising 1st-5th Grades
July 7-10, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Get ready for a summer of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun at STEAM Summer Camp! Designed for elementary-aged students, our camp combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Medicine (STEAM) into exciting, interactive activities that spark curiosity and problem-solving skills. Campers will build, create, experiment, and explore through themes focusing on robotics, chemistry, health sciences, engineering challenges and agriculture. With engaging projects, outdoor exploration, and teamwork, children will develop critical thinking and creativity while having a blast. Join us for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and discovery.
Health Science Camp/ Explore Careers in Health Care
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 7-10, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Students will have four full days of all things health care! Upon completion of camp, students will be CPR, First Aid and Stop the Bleed certified. They will also spend time touring the health sciences career areas of Central Carolina Community College and Central Carolina Hospital.
Babysitter Certification Camp | Become Certified and Earn Money
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Would you like to become a certified babysitter to help you earn money? You will learn basic childcare techniques like properly changing a diaper, bottle feeding, child behavior, and child safety through hands-on activities using infant mannequins. You will also create a variety of fun and exciting age appropriate activities to use while babysitting. Upon completion of the class, students will have a “bag of tricks” to take with them while babysitting. Students will also earn their certification in Intro to Child & Baby First Aid/CPR.
Skilled Trades Exploration Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 1708 Nash Street; Sanford, NC 27330
Cost: $160
Do you enjoy fixing things, building things, and solving problems without being stuck behind a desk? The demand for skilled trade jobs is high and the supply to fill them is low. This exploratory camp is designed to give students the opportunity to experience many different high demand skilled trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical and masonry all in one location. This is a great opportunity for young adults to try out a skilled trade before having to make the decision on how they will continue their education.
Ready, Set, Cook! A Cooking Class for Beginners
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
If you have ever wanted to learn how to cook, this is the class for you! Come learn the basic skills and techniques to prepare delicious breakfast, lunch and dessert favorites.
Cosmetology Beauty Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Have fun exploring the wonderful world of hair, skin and nails! Do you love doing your hair and makeup? Want to learn style tips from a professional? This exciting camp introduces students to the world of cosmetology and teaches the fundamental principles of hair styling, makeup application, skin and nail care, and product knowledge along with other beauty tips and trends.
Bigger Bots
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 1708 Nash Street; Sanford, NC 27330
Cost: $160
Students will be involved in interactive, hands-on activities that include creating, designing, and constructing robots. Through this process, students will learn how to create and maintain an engineering notebook while learning about the robots that surround us in our everyday lives. Students will discover how they interact with robots daily and how they can work to make their own creation.
Public Services Exploration Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Does your child talk about what it would be like to be a firefighter, police officer, or paramedic? Does he or she have an interest in saving lives? Learn the hands-on skills required in EMS, firefighting, and law enforcement. Topics include an overview of emergency medical services, firefighting, and law enforcement from certified instructors in the field. Topics include first aid and CPR, fire extinguisher safety and training, simulated EMS scenarios, and physical training. The camp concludes with an obstacle course so students can demonstrate the skills they learned.
Engineering Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Would you like to know what it is like to be an engineer? This program is ideal for students who are considering a career in engineering as well as for those who are curious to learn more. Learn to think like engineers while building critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills. Find out how engineering is applied in the real world and how it is shaping our future. Students will get to design, create and produce 3D products just like an engineer by making things like rockets, Legos, bridges and much more. Additionally, students will have fun tackling a variety of engineering challenges.
Adobe Design Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 1708 Nash Street; Sanford, NC 27330
Cost: $160
Come try your hand at graphic design using Adobe software such as Photoshop and Illustrator. Make your designs come to life by creating t-shirts, buttons, tattoos, and more!
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Get your hands dirty and your mind growing at our Sustainable Agriculture Summer Camp! Dive into the world of eco-friendly farming, where you’ll explore innovative ways to grow food while protecting the planet. From planting organic crops to learning about renewable energy, water conservation, and sustainable practices, this camp will give you the skills to become a young environmental leader. Join us for hands-on activities, fun outdoor adventures, and a chance to make a real impact on the future of our food systems! Let’s grow together for a greener tomorrow!
Tech Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 1708 Nash Street; Sanford, NC 27330
Cost: $160
Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of technology this summer? Join us for a hands-on, immersive experience where you will learn new skills, explore cutting edge technology, and make lasting memories with fellow tech enthusiasts. Whether you are interested in computer coding, digital electronics technology, drone technology, virtual reality technology, this camp has something for everyone! Come and expand your knowledge and have a blast doing it!
Cyber Security
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Gear up for an epic adventure where you become the hero in the digital world! At our Cybersecurity Summer Camp, you’ll unlock the secrets of the cyber universe, learn to protect against online threats, and dive deep into the world of hacking (the ethical kind, of course!). Whether you’re into coding, problem-solving, or just curious about how to stay safe online, this camp is your chance to explore the cutting edge of technology. Join us for hands-on challenges, interactive workshops, and a future-focused experience that will set you on the path to becoming a cybersecurity pro!
Global Cuisine
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
In this amazing four day cooking class, students will prepare eight meals from eight regions around the world - including tacos, pasta, sushi, pizza, desserts and a few breakfast favorites.
Stitch & Style: Apparel Design Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 1708 Nash Street; Sanford, NC 27330
Cost: $160
Calling all future designers, trendsetters, and creative minds! At Stitch & Style: Apparel Design Camp, middle schoolers will dive into the exciting world of apparel design. From learning how to use patterns, sewing machines and sergers, to creating hands-on sewing projects and upcycling fashion, campers will explore style and sustainability. Imagine making your own pajama shorts with a matching pillowcase - perfect for your next sleepover! Take a trip to one of our local thrift stores to find items to repurpose! This camp is perfect for young creatives who want to bring their ideas to life!
Young Tycoons: Business & Finance Adventures Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Southern Lee High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
This isn’t just any summer camp – it’s a launchpad for future business leaders! Campers will dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship, learning how to turn ideas into businesses, manage money wisely, and compete in fun business challenges. With interactive games, real-world simulations, and a grand finale pitch competition, they’ll leave feeling like the next big mogul!
Hospitality & Tourism Camp
Rising 6th - 8th Grades
July 14-17, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee County High School | 2301 Tramway Road; Sanford, NC 27332
Cost: $160
Join us for an exciting summer at our Hospitality & Tourism Camp, designed for middle school students eager to explore the dynamic world of travel, hospitality, and customer service! This hands-on camp offers a behind-the-scenes look at hotels, restaurants, and attractions while teaching essential skills like event planning, teamwork, and guest relations.