STARBASE Victory

STARBASE Victory STARBASE Victory is an innovative STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Program. We often hear, “This can’t be school. WHAT’S OUR SECRET?

STARBASE VICTORY currently serves all 4th, 5th and 6th grade students in the Portsmouth Public School system. Our students come aboard for a four day hands-on, with minds engaged for math and science learning experiences. It’s too much fun!” Every student wears a new T-shirt “uniform” and selects their own call-sign to use during their time at STARBASE, allowing each student to become “special”. P

ROGRAM COMPONENTS
Fourth graders learn spatial relationships, mapping and geospatial concepts. They receive a compass to take home. Fifth graders learn about climate, weather and the local watershed. Then they make their own video about their experiences. Sixth graders learn elementary physics of air and flight. They use a computer flight simulator and build their own rocket…launching it at graduation! All classes conduct experiments and activities aligned to Virginia Standards of Learning. Students see how mathematics and science is used in the “real world” and how those subjects fit into their lives. Self esteem, goal setting and the importance of teamwork are crucial lessons woven into the curriculum. An exciting, volunteer summer program is offered for each of the grade levels. Actually doing things with their hands and minds allows STARBASE students to retain the lessons and appreciate science at work. The Partnership
The STARBASE concept is a unique partnership between the Portsmouth Public School system, the community and a non-profit corporation called STARBASE Victory, Incorporated. Nine specially equipped classrooms with Promethean Board lessons and a laptop computer available to every student make the STARBASE experience particularly memorable. Eight certified instructors with postgraduate degrees present engaging lessons, and students record their hypotheses and their findings in personal Mission Logs (paperwork is important!). The community (you!) provides the funding. Our non-profit corporation manages the program. We have been serving Portsmouth’s students since the spring of 2001.

What an AWESOME week at STARBASE Camp! 🚀🌟 This week was filled with unforgettable field trips, and days packed with fun,...
06/19/2026

What an AWESOME week at STARBASE Camp! 🚀🌟

This week was filled with unforgettable field trips, and days packed with fun, learning, and discovery. And what better way to celebrate an incredible week than with ICE CREAM! 🍦😋

Thank you to all of our fantastic campers and staff for making this week one to remember. We can’t wait to see what adventures next week brings!

The excitement at STARBASE Camp just keeps soaring! 🚀Our PPS Coders leveled up with a trip to Dave & Buster’s, where the...
06/17/2026

The excitement at STARBASE Camp just keeps soaring! 🚀

Our PPS Coders leveled up with a trip to Dave & Buster’s, where they explored the world of video game design and gathered inspiration before creating games of their own. 🎮

Drone Squad took flight at the Virginia Air & Space Science Center, tackling an exciting scavenger hunt and experiencing the wonder of an IMAX adventure. ✈️🌎

Meanwhile, our Eco Cadets paddled into action at Hoffler Creek, hitting the water for an unforgettable kayaking experience while exploring the natural world around them. 🚣‍♂️🐢

SWIFT Camp got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the future of water sustainability, visiting SWIFT and examining the well that injects purified water deep into the Potomac Aquifer. 💧🔬

One thing is certain—STARBASE is having an absolute blast! ⭐🚀

See you in a few days at SAIL250!Join us at the corner of Crawford and High Street for some STEM fun!
06/17/2026

See you in a few days at SAIL250!
Join us at the corner of Crawford and High Street for some STEM fun!

Week Two is officially underway, and what a fantastic start it has been! 🔬🐔Today, our campers put on their scientist hat...
06/15/2026

Week Two is officially underway, and what a fantastic start it has been! 🔬🐔

Today, our campers put on their scientist hats and launched an exciting investigation to answer a big question: Can microplastics be found in McDonald’s and Wendy’s chicken nuggets?

The curiosity was high, the discoveries were fascinating, and the scientific conversations were nonstop! If today is any indication, Week Two is going to be packed with adventure, exploration, and STEM excitement!

🍦 Ice cream, you scream, we ALL scream for ice cream! 🍦What a fantastic way to wrap up an incredible first week of STARB...
06/11/2026

🍦 Ice cream, you scream, we ALL scream for ice cream! 🍦

What a fantastic way to wrap up an incredible first week of STARBASE camp! As a sweet reward for a week packed with STEM adventures, teamwork, and discovery, our campers enjoyed delicious banana splits, build-your-own sundaes, and refreshing popsicles.

Smiles were everywhere as campers celebrated new friendships, exciting experiences, and a week full of unforgettable memories. From hands-on challenges to sweet treats, STARBASE knows how to make learning fun!

Nobody does camp like STARBASE! 🚀✨🍨

Another action-packed day at STARBASE was filled with adventure, discovery, and hands-on STEM fun!🤩 Our Eco Cadets kicke...
06/10/2026

Another action-packed day at STARBASE was filled with adventure, discovery, and hands-on STEM fun!🤩

Our Eco Cadets kicked off the day at Hoffler Creek, where they paddled through the water on an exciting kayaking 🛶adventure. Along the way, they became real-life conservation heroes by helping rescue a turtle—🐢and somehow even found themselves trapped inside a giant bubble!

Meanwhile, our LEGO Spike campers explored the Norfolk Zoo, getting up close and personal with fascinating reptiles.🐍Their zoo adventure included an unexpected celebrity appearance when a curious giraffe 🦒photobombed their pictures!

The excitement continued as campers visited SWIFT, where they put their engineering skills to the test by designing and building water filtration systems to clean contaminated water.💦

From kayaking and wildlife encounters to engineering challenges and unforgettable experiences, today was another incredible day of learning, teamwork, and STEM exploration at STARBASE!

🚀🍨 Attention STARBASE Campers! Get ready for a sweet surprise tomorrow because Thursdays are FUNdays for SUNDAES! 🎉You’v...
06/10/2026

🚀🍨 Attention STARBASE Campers! Get ready for a sweet surprise tomorrow because Thursdays are FUNdays for SUNDAES! 🎉

You’ve worked hard all week, and now it’s time to celebrate with a mountain of ice cream, delicious toppings, and lots of smiles! So grab your friends, bring your excitement, and get ready for the sweetest Thursday ever at STARBASE! 🍦✨

Day 2 at STARBASE Camp was packed with excitement and discovery!Our Code Trekkers campers grabbed their GPS units and he...
06/09/2026

Day 2 at STARBASE Camp was packed with excitement and discovery!

Our Code Trekkers campers grabbed their GPS units and headed to historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, putting their navigation skills to the test as they searched for waypoints throughout the city.

Meanwhile, Drone Camp soared into the world of aviation at the Air & Space Museum, where campers experienced the excitement of hearing authentic recordings from the historic Moon Landing.

Our Eco-Cadets explored the wonders of marine life during an unforgettable visit to the Virginia Aquarium, getting up close with fascinating sea creatures and learning about our aquatic ecosystems.

Back at camp, Lego Spike campers put their creativity and engineering skills to work, designing and building amazing animals using LEGO technology.

From navigation and space exploration to marine science and robotics, Day 2 was filled with hands-on learning, teamwork, and fun. We can’t wait to see what exciting adventures Day 3 has in store!

🚀 The energy is high, the learning is hands-on, and the best is yet to come!

What an AMAZING first day of STARBASE camp! 🚀Today, students jumped right into hands-on learning as they were introduced...
06/08/2026

What an AMAZING first day of STARBASE camp! 🚀

Today, students jumped right into hands-on learning as they were introduced to handheld GPS devices, participated in exciting team-building activities, and created colorful tie-dye shirts. They also tracked pollution in a nearby neighborhood and identify microplastics—even discovering them in chicken nuggets, just for starters!

The curiosity, teamwork, and excitement were on full display, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the week has in store. Looking forward to many more days of learning, discovery, and fun at STARBASE! ⭐

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