School Break Bio! Sessions
Looking for something fun to do over school break?
Join us and add some DNA to your day!
Get a jump start on summer science, and sign up for some of our most popular camps over spring break, or join us for a five-day program at DNALC NYC where students will learn the tools and techniques of a molecular biologist through hands-on laboratory activities! April camp sessions are identical to summer, with the same curricula and schedules. See below for available camps and locations. Too busy in April? Check out the summer schedule for more options.
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Spring Break Bio! PREsearch
Open to students in grades 9–12
Brooklyn
April 6–10, 2026 -
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Cold Spring Harbor
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Spring Break Bio! PREsearch
DNA Learning Center NYC at City Tech
Brooklyn, NY
Grades 9–12
Think like a researcher! Join us for PREsearch, a five-day program where students will learn the tools and techniques of a molecular biologist through hands-on laboratory activities. PREsearch emphasizes experimental design, lab skills, and thinking like a scientist. This program is a great entry point for students looking for an introduction to research, especially those hoping to pursue science opportunities over the summer.
In this program, students will:
- learn how to use standard laboratory tools;
- learn and practice calculations commonly used in the laboratory;
- prepare and test chemical reagents;
- care for bacterial strains;
- practice experimental design, record keeping, and result interpretation; and
- explore tools for literature search, poster presentation, and result communication.
Details:
- April 6–10, 2026 (Monday to Friday)
- 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (including lunch break; students must bring their own lunches)
- Open to students in grades 9–12
- $500 per student plus Eventbrite fee (Scholarships available for families with financial need)
- DNA Learning Center NYC at City Tech
62 Tillary St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 - Directions