Silicon Valley Immersion: STEAM + Business Camp

Apply to be selected for our first ever Silicon Valley Immersion STEAM + Business Camp in Santa Clara, California! This camp will be held Monday, July 21st - Friday, July 25th, 2025 at Santa Clara University, and is open to 25 rising 9th-11th grade Boys Hope Girls Hope Scholars.

To submit your application, answer the questions below and be sure to include your video essay when prompted!

If you have any questions or problems, reach out to Erin at ebeezley@bhgh.org!

Scholar Information

First Name

Last Name

Affiliate or Program

What is your current grade level in school?

Email Address

Cell Phone Number

Parent/Guardian Email Address

Reflection Questions

Answer the reflection questions below in one paragraph each.

What area of science, technology, engineering, or math would you like to explore more, and why?

If you were to start your own business, what are the most important skills you think you need to develop in yourself—such as leadership, financial management, or innovation—to be successful, and what steps are you taking now to develop those abilities for the future?

Reflecting on your own experiences with the arts, whether through creating, performing, or appreciating art, what aspects have you enjoyed most, and what new skills or techniques would you like to explore?

What excites you most about the idea of visiting Silicon Valley, and meeting with industry leaders in the world of STEM, the arts, and business?

Video Essay

In a 1–2-minute video essay please share your response to the following:

What do you hope to discover about your strengths, values, and passions during this camp, and how do you think the skills you gain could help you make a difference in the world around you? How might this experience shape your personal growth and future goals?

If your file is too large to upload, please share a link via onedrive or google drive below.

Contact Information