Robotics & STEM Week at Camp FRIEND
August 4–8, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Vista AST Discovery Space, 265 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown
For Autistic Individuals ages 14–22 | Cost: $50 (includes lunch and snacks daily, campers may bring a lunch)
Build, Code, Compete!
Are you ready to explore robotics, coding, and career skills in a supportive, sensory-aware environment?
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley is now accepting interest forms for our Robotics & STEM Week, the third week of Camp F.R.I.E.N.D., designed for autistic teens and young adults preparing for life after school.
This high-tech, hands-on week is hosted in partnership with Vista AST.
Who Should Apply:
Autistic Individuals ages 14–22, living in Mahoning, Trumbull, or Columbiana Counties
Individuals should be at or near a high school academic level
Must be able to communicate basic needs verbally or with an AAC device.
Should require minimal behavioral support
Campers will:
Build and program robotics
Explore STEM careers
Strengthen social and workplace skills
Learn in a sensory-considerate setting with trained autism educators
Space is limited to 16 campers. Three expert autism educators will be on-site to assist with regulation, breaks, and support throughout the week.
Submit your interest form below. Not all who apply will be accepted due to spacing and/or support needs that campers may have. We will notify you if you have been accepted or not.
Questions? Email Jen Groce’ at: socialconnections@autismmv.org
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for skill-building and self-discovery!