 There is a growing need for workers in science, technology, engineering and math fields. And the Central Lakes College in Staples is trying to get children interested in those fields with their annual SEAM camp. The five-day camp begins with students learning about mechanical and electrical systems, which leads them to build their own battle bots. Once teams have constructed their bots, they compete in a robotic hockey tournament, an obstacle course, and the camp ends with a demolition derby. The hope is that students will continue to pursue the STEM fields after they have completed the camp. I think this is a great building block to get into some more advanced clubs that are out there like First Robotics or VEX Robotics. This gives them that exposure and the imagination to move on to that next step. And then hopefully after that they decide to come into a career here at Central Lakes College into our robotics program or our machine tool program. If you would like to sign up your child for the SEAM camp next year, the cost is $200, but scholarships are available for those who qualify.