Event Dates: July 26 - July 29
Registration includes Sunday dinner; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday breakfast; classes and activities throughout the event; and a residence hall suite for three nights.
The Future EdCats Summit is a 4-day, 3-night immersive camp experience designed for high school students interested in becoming educators. Hosted at the Kansas State University Manhattan campus, this summit will introduce you to the world of teaching and allow you to explore K-State’s College of Education. Students will also be fully immersed in K-State's rich traditions and vibrant campus culture. From participating in campus activities to experiencing the daily life of K-State students, they will gain a firsthand sense of what it means to be a part of the K-State community. During your stay, you’ll engage in hands-on activities, learn how to pursue a rewarding career in education, and how to teach the K-State way!
Registration includes Sunday dinner; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday breakfast; classes and activities throughout the event; and a residence hall suite for three nights.
The Future EdCats Summit offers high school students the chance to explore the K-State Manhattan campus and College of Education facilities, participate in hands-on activities led by faculty and staff, discover career opportunities in education, and connect with peers and education professionals.
The summit is ideal for students graduating in 2027 or 2028 who are passionate about education, interested in careers such as teaching, counseling, or administration, and ready for an exciting, hands-on learning experience at K-State.
To attend the camp, submit an application with short essay responses, wait for confirmation of acceptance, and, if selected, follow the attendance instructions provided by email.
Sunday, July 26
1:00–2:00 PM | Check-In, Games & Welcome
2:00–3:00 PM | Welcome & Project Introduction
3:00–4:00 PM | Large Group Ice Breakers & Game Lab
4:00–5:00 PM | Campus Scavenger Hunt
5:00–5:45 PM | Dinner
6:00–8:00 PM | Bowling
8:00–9:00 PM | Driving to Top of the World
9:00–10:00 PM | Free Time
10:00 PM | Lights Out
Monday, July 27
7:30–8:15 AM | Breakfast
8:30–9:45 AM | Community Activity
10:00–11:00 AM | Class 1: How Learning Works
11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Project Launch & Reflection Time
12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch
1:00–2:00 PM | Class 2: Learning Environments
2:15–3:30 PM | Official Campus Tour
3:45–4:45 PM | Class 3: Being an Engaging Teacher
5:00–6:00 PM | Dinner
6:15–8:00 PM | Recreation Night
8:00–10:00 PM | Game Night / Community Time
10:00 PM | Lights Out
Tuesday, July 28
7:30–8:30 AM | Breakfast
8:45–9:45 AM | Class 4: Reflection & Growth
10:15–11:45 AM | Field Experience
12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch
1:15–2:45 PM | Athletics Facilities Tour
2:45–3:30 PM | College 101
3:30–4:45 PM | Project Work Time
5:00–5:45 PM | Dinner
6:00–9:00 PM | Free Time / Optional Manhattan Walk
9:00–10:00 PM | Project Submission Deadline
10:00 PM | Lights Out
Wednesday, July 29
7:30–8:30 AM | Breakfast
8:45–9:45 AM | Project Practice & Final Preparation
8:45–9:45 AM | Parent Meeting
10:00–11:00 AM | Closing Session & Future EdCats Showcase
Please email us at edcats@ksu.edu with any questions.
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