Mindbender Academy

MindBender Academy is a week-long summer camp that encourages participants to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art and math. The program debuted in June 2008 and is open to Frisco ISD middle school students. Each day features fun, hands-on activities to extend learning outside the classroom. Curriculum is designed by FISD staff and corporate employees who work in STEAM fields. Students will have the opportunity to go on a couple field trips to some of our participating Partners.

NEW THIS YEAR: There is a Health Science Track. The Health Science Track is for students interested in the medical field. We have local hospitals partnering with us to bring the many areas of the healthcare field to life! There is an additional $50.00 cost for this camp. Limited spots available.

Register now! Spots still available!
MindBender Academy 2025: Monday, June 2 - Thursday, June 5
Career & Technical Education Center
9889 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035

MindBender Academy registration is open to FISD students who will be entering grades 6-8 in the upcoming school year. Students may choose either the morning (8 a.m. - noon), or afternoon (1-5 p.m.) camp option. Students can only attend ONE session. However, a student can register to participate in both the Traditional Mindbender Camp and Health Science Track. Example: AM Traditional Mindbender Camp & PM Health Science or vice-versa. 200 slots available per session. Financial assistance available if needed and on a case by case basis.
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FEF Entrepreneurship Summer Camp

Do you have an INCOMING 4th, 5th, or 6th Grader interested in entrepreneurship? Students, have you ever wanted to start a business? Learn from start to finish all the steps to become a successful entrepreneur. Whether you have the best new idea ever, an innovative new app, want to take over the family business, or want to own your own doctor practice or restaurant someday, this is the summer camp for you! Join successful entrepreneurs, practice your growth mindset, learn the process, and build life skills to accomplish your goals.

This camp is currently FULL. Please register for the waitlist via the link below. Registering for the waitlist is at no-cost and you do not need a passcode.
Entrepreneurship Camp will be held Monday, June 2 - Thursday, June 5
Career & Technical Education Center
9889 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035
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2018 Mindbender Academy Video

What campers said about FEF's 2020 Virtual Mindbender STEAM Camp::

Thank you everyone for a wonderful opportunity you gave me. I have never done this before but I learned. and had fun throughout this program. Wonderful volunteers came up to help uslearn and different companies. I am very glad to be apart of this community.

Thanks to Toyota and FEF for giving a great experience !! :)

Thank you all SOOOOO much!!! I learned so much and am so grateful I got the opportunity to do mindbenders!! Thank you for all the group leader volunteers who gave up their time to help us learn. Thank you also to all the teachers who made this possible!!!

It was awesome!

Thanks Toyota, Microsoft, and everyone else who taught us. This was AWESOME!

Previous Mindbender Academy Videos