The Program Lab
Newport, Oregon, United States
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I have over 10 years of experience in youth programs, including 6 years in a leadership role as Director of a nonprofit serving children through after-school care, summer camps, and preschool programs.
In my role, I design and oversee programming for a wide range of ages, creating engaging, structured experiences that balance enrichment, creativity, and social development. I plan weekly themes, coordinate activities across art, STEM, and physical play, and develop systems that help staff implement programs smoothly and confidently.
I also manage program operations, including staff oversight, HR processes, and licensing requirements, ensuring programs run safely and effectively while remaining compliant with regulations.
I understand the realities of running programs with limited time, mixed age groups, and varying needs. The resources I create are built from real experience and designed to be practical, flexible, and easy to use, so you can spend less time planning and more time focusing on your students.
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5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle Need engaging summer activities without spending countless hours planning? This bundle includes 5 complete themed camp weeks packed with hands-on STEM activities, creative art projects, movement games, outdoor challenges, printable resources, and detailed lesson plans designed specifically for elementary-aged children. Created from real-world summer camp programming, these resources provide a balance of learning, creativity, teamwork, and active play while
1st - 7th
Other (Arts), Other (Science)
Ancient Civilizations Summer Camp Week | Egypt, Greece, Rome & China Adventures
Explore Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and China through hands-on STEM challenges, creative art projects, team games, outdoor activities, and printable resources designed for elementary-aged learners. Ancient Civilizations Summer Camp Week Take students on an unforgettable journey through the ancient world with this complete 5-day camp curriculum! Students will explore Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and China through hands-on STEM challenges, creative art projects, interactive group games, and exci
K - 8th
Engineering, Other (Arts), Other (Social Studies)
Detective Summer Camp Activities | Mystery Themed Week | STEM, Art, Games
🕵️ Detectives & Mystery Solvers: Summer Camp WeekEngage your students in a full week of detective-themed learning! This complete camp plan invites students to become investigators as they solve clues, analyze evidence, and create their own mysteries through hands-on STEM, art, games, and outdoor activities. Perfect for summer camps, afterschool programs, or enrichment settings, this resource is designed to be flexible, easy to implement, and highly engaging for a variety of age groups. 📅 Wha
1st - 6th
Other (Arts), Other (ELA), Other (Science)
Also included in: 5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
Engineering & Robotics Summer Camp Week | STEM Challenges & Invention Lab
Looking for a complete Engineering and Robotics Camp Week? This 119-page STEM curriculum includes engineering challenges, robotics-inspired activities, invention labs, city design projects, group games, art activities, and outdoor challenges that make it easy to run a full week of engaging STEM programming. Build the City of Tomorrow! Inspire creativity, engineering thinking, and problem-solving with this engaging Future City Week resource! Students become architects, transportation engineers,
1st - 7th
Engineering, Environment, Other (Science)
Cooking STEM Camp Week | Kitchen Chemistry Activities, Recipes, Art Projects
Get ready for a week of hands-on cooking science, creative food experiments, and kitchen-themed fun! Kitchen Chemistry is a complete themed camp and enrichment week where students explore the science behind mixing, reactions, freezing, baking, dissolving, and food experimentation through engaging STEM, art, movement, and cooking activities. Students become food scientists as they: • create lemonade and smoothies • design edible pancake art • compete in a Salsa Showdown challenge • make ice cream
1st - 8th
Other (Arts), Other (Math), Other (Science)
Also included in: 5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
Dinosaur Adventure Camp Week | STEM Activities, Games, Art & Challenges
Step into the prehistoric world with this engaging and hands-on Jurassic & Prehistoric Adventures Week Plan! This complete 5-day program is designed to keep students actively learning through STEM challenges, creative art projects, group games, and outdoor activities. Perfect for summer camps, afterschool programs, and classrooms, this resource provides everything you need to run a fun, structured, and meaningful week. 🦕 What’s Included:• 5 full days of themed activities (Monday–Friday) • Dai
1st - 7th
Other (Arts), Other (Science)
Also included in: 5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
Carnival STEM Summer Camp Week | Game Design Activities | Art, STEM & Groups
🎡 Carnival Creators: Complete Summer Camp Week PlanBring the excitement of a carnival to your classroom or camp with this engaging, hands-on week of STEM, art, and interactive games! Students will design, build, test, and improve their own carnival games while exploring creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. 🎯 What’s Included: ✔ 5 full days of themed activities (Monday–Friday) ✔ Daily STEM lessons focused on game design ✔ Creative art projects and printables ✔ Interactive group games and
1st - 7th
Other (Arts), Other (Science)
Also included in: 5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
Summer Camp Week:Amusement Park Engineers | Activities, Lesson Plans, Printables
🎢 Amusement Park Engineers STEM Summer Camp Week Engage your students with a full week of hands-on, high-interest activities designed for afterschool programs, summer camps, and enrichment settings! This ready-to-use resource includes everything you need to run a structured, engaging week of programming focused on engineering, creativity, and teamwork. 📦 What’s Included: ✔️ Complete 5-Day Camp Plan (Monday–Friday) ✔️ Daily STEM, Art, Group Game, and Outdoor Activities ✔️ Step-by-step les
1st - 8th
Other (Arts), Other (Science)
Also included in: 5 Week Summer Camp Curriculum Bundle | STEM, Art, Games & Lesson Plans
Escape Room Planning Kit for Afterschool & Camp | Create Your Own Escape Room
Create engaging, hands-on escape room experiences with ease!This Escape Room Planning Kit is designed specifically for afterschool programs, camps, and enrichment settings. Whether you're leading an activity or guiding students to design their own escape room, this resource walks you through every step, from choosing a theme to building puzzles and running the final experience. Everything is designed to be flexible, easy to use, and adaptable for a wide range of ages and group sizes. ⭐ What’s
3rd - 7th
Other (ELA), Other (Science)
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.5.1
, W.4.3
+7
STEM Challenge Cards | 36 Low-Prep STEM Activities for Centers, Afterschool
🧠 STEM Challenge Cards | 36 Low-Prep Activities Make STEM easy, engaging, and low-prep with this set of 36 STEM Challenge Cards designed to get students building, thinking, and problem-solving. Perfect for classrooms, afterschool programs, STEM bins, and early finishers—these challenges use simple materials and require minimal prep. 📦 What’s Included: 36 STEM Challenge Cards Low-prep, hands-on activities Easy-to-find materials 3 Student Recording Sheets: Full STEM Reflection Page Qu
1st - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Math)
Afterschool & Camp Planning Kit | Editable Weekly & Daily Planner | Enrichment
Stay organized and plan engaging activities with this Afterschool Program Planning Kit!Designed for afterschool programs, camps, and enrichment settings, this planner helps you map out weekly themes, daily activities, materials, and group management—all in one place. This resource is simple, flexible, and built from real program experience to save you time and reduce stress. 📦 What’s Included: Weekly planning page (theme, goals, and daily breakdown) Daily activity planner with time, activi
K - 7th
Other (Arts), Other (ELA), Other (Science)
Summer STEM Challenge Cards | 24 Low-Prep Activities for Camps & Centers
☀️ Summer STEM Challenge Cards | 24 Low-Prep Activities Keep kids engaged, active, and thinking all summer long with these 24 hands-on STEM Challenge Cards! Designed for summer camps, rotations, and flexible schedules, these low-prep activities use simple materials while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. 📦 What’s Included: 24 Summer STEM Challenge Cards Easy-to-find materials Low-prep, high-engagement activities Designed for individual or group use 🏕 Perfect For
1st - 5th
Other (Math), Other (Science)
Detective Escape Room Kit | No Prep Mystery Activity | Printable Escape Room
Bring excitement and teamwork into your classroom or program with this ready-to-use Detective Escape Room!In this mystery-themed escape room, students become detectives solving puzzles, uncovering clues, and working together to find a missing item before time runs out. This resource is designed to be easy to set up while providing an engaging, immersive experience. 🔐 What’s Included: Full detective-themed escape room experience Story introduction and mission page Game rules and setup over
3rd - 7th
Other (ELA), Other (Math)
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RF.3.3
, RF.4.3
+11
Escape Room Puzzle Pack | No Prep Escape Room Activity | Codes & Challenges
Save time with this ready-to-use Escape Room Puzzle Pack!This resource includes a variety of interactive puzzles, clues, and challenges designed to help you quickly create an engaging escape room experience. Each puzzle leads to the next step, guiding players through a sequence of problem-solving tasks. Perfect for afterschool programs, classrooms, camps, and group activities, this pack is designed for flexible use and easy setup. 🔐 What’s Included: Multiple secret code puzzles Riddle chal
3rd - 7th
Other (ELA), Other (Math)
CCSS
RL.3.4
, RL.4.4
, RL.5.4
+9
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About the store
Experience
I have over 10 years of experience in youth programs, including 6 years in a leadership role as Director of a nonprofit serving children through after-school care, summer camps, and preschool programs.
In my role, I design and oversee programming for a wide range of ages, creating engaging, structured experiences that balance enrichment, creativity, and social development. I plan weekly themes, coordinate activities across art, STEM, and physical play, and develop systems that help staff implement programs smoothly and confidently.
I also manage program operations, including staff oversight, HR processes, and licensing requirements, ensuring programs run safely and effectively while remaining compliant with regulations.
I understand the realities of running programs with limited time, mixed age groups, and varying needs. The resources I create are built from real experience and designed to be practical, flexible, and easy to use, so you can spend less time planning and more time focusing on your students.
Teaching style
My approach to programming is rooted in structure, flexibility, and real-world engagement. I believe the best programs balance clear systems with opportunities for creativity, exploration, and student choice.
I design experiences that are hands-on and accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities, with an emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and social development. Activities are intentionally planned to be engaging without requiring extensive prep, making them realistic for busy program environments.
I also prioritize consistency and clarity for staff, creating resources that are easy to follow, adaptable, and supportive of smooth program flow. My goal is to help programs feel organized, engaging, and sustainable, for both the students and the adults running them.
Additional biographical information
I’m passionate about creating programs that truly work for both kids and the adults running them. After years of working in fast-paced afterschool and camp environments, I know how important it is to have resources that are not only engaging but also realistic and easy to implement.
As a mom of three, including one child with autism and one with ADHD, I bring both professional and personal insight into the importance of flexibility, structure, and meeting children where they are. I value creating environments that support a wide range of needs while still being manageable for staff.
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