Kids on Campus
Carl Sandburg College's Kids on Campus programs provide engaging educational experiences for youth throughout the year. From creative projects and career exploration to science, history, and summer enrichment experiences, students can learn, create, and explore in a college environment.
Upcoming Programs
Scrubs Academy (Health Professions)
Campus: Carthage
Date: October 12, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $30
Ages: 11-15
Explore careers in healthcare through hands-on activities and career exploration experiences. Lunch is included.
Top-Secret Holiday Gift Shop
Campus: Carthage
Date: December 5, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $40
Work alongside Santa's elves to create custom holiday gifts, design personalized wrapping paper, and learn gift-wrapping techniques. Lunch is included.
Kids on Campus Mini Sessions
Campus: Carthage
Grades: Kindergarten through 6th Grade
Time: 12:30-4 p.m.
Cost: $30 per session
Mini Sessions are held on Carthage Elementary School District School Improvement Days and include two activities and a snack.
January 15, 2027
Beaded Jewelry & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. History
Create a beaded bracelet while learning about the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
February 11, 2027
Valentine's Day Cards & Presidents Day History
Design handmade Valentine's Day cards while exploring the history of Presidents Day.
April 9, 2027
Fun Science
Participate in hands-on laboratory experiments and interactive science activities.
April 16, 2027
Mother's Day & Father's Day Gifts
Create personalized cards and gifts for family members.
April 23, 2027
May Day Baskets
Design May Day baskets for family, friends, and neighbors while learning about the tradition's history.
Summer Programs
Kids on Campus
Campus: Carthage
Dates: June 21-25, 2027
Grades: Completed Kindergarten through 6th Grade
A week of educational, creative, and interactive experiences designed to inspire curiosity, learning, and fun.
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Kids on Campus Careers
Campus: Carthage
Dates: July 12-16, 2027
Ages: 11-15
Explore career pathways through hands-on activities, industry exploration, and interactive learning experiences.
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Questions?
For questions regarding Kids on Campus opportunities, contact Workforce Development & Community Education at:
Phone: 309.345.3501|Galesburg
217.357.3129 |Carthage
Email: community@sandburg.edu