USTAR Summer Acceleration™
Not Just Camps. A Structured Pathway to Future Readiness.
From early curiosity to national-level competitions — USTAR builds the roadmap.
Our Academic & STEM All-in-One Track is a signature pathway designed to develop both academic excellence and engineering capability.
Students strengthen:
• Academic foundation (math, logic, structured thinking)
• STEM capability (coding, robotics, engineering)
This dual-track model builds students who are not only technically capable — but academically strong.

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Academic & STEM All-in-One Camp
Age Groups:4-6， 7-9， 10-12， 13-14
What Your Child Will Experience
This structured program balances academic reinforcement with hands-on STEM exploration. Students strengthen core subjects while applying knowledge through projects that encourage analytical thinking.
Skills Developed
✔ Academic confidence ✔ Structured learning habits ✔ STEM exposure ✔ Time management ✔ Independent thinking
Why Parents Choose This Class
Ideal for families who want summer to be both productive and inspiring. Instead of losing academic momentum, students return to school stronger — and ahead.
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Schedule
Weekly Sessions · June – August   June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) June Week 3 (6/15-6/19) June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 2 (7/6-7/10) July Week 3 (7/13-7/17) July Week 4 (7/20-7/24) August Week 1(8/3-8/7) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14) August Week 3 (8/17-8/21)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
USTAR Summer STEM Growth Pathways™
Choose the Right Starting Point — Not Just Another Summer Camp
Early STEM is not about early pressure — it’s about building foundational thinking. At this stage, students develop:
• Curiosity • Structured play • Early problem-solving • Fine motor control • Team interaction
This is where confidence and learning habits are formed. Exposure creates interest. Structure creates growth.

Early STEM →

(Ages 4–7)
Where Curiosity Becomes Confidence

Camps for Your Child:

·Kitchen Science ·Art ·Lego Robotic FLL (intro level) ·Academic & STEM All-in-One (early level)
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Engineering →

(Ages 7–10)
From Exploration to Creation

Camps for Your Child:

·VEX IQ & STEM Explore (3D Print, AI Intro) ·Coding Camp ·Lego Robotic FLL (skill-based) ·VEX IQ Foundation ·Electronic & Raspberry Pi (intro level)
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Advanced Tech

(Ages 10+ / Advanced Track)
Preparing Students for a Technology-Driven Future

Camps for Your Child:

·VRC Foundation Camp​ ·Electronics & Raspberry Pi Engineering Camp · FLL Challenge Camp
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Competition →

(Ages 9–14)
Where Serious Students Separate Themselves

Camps for Your Child:

·VEX IQ Competition Prep ·VRC Competition Prep Camp ·Science Olympiad Elementary Competition Prep ·Science Olympiad Middle School Competition Prep
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Early STEM Pathway
FLL Explore Camp
Age:6-8
What Your Child Will Experience
Students are introduced to the FIRST LEGO League ecosystem through guided challenges that combine robotics, research, and teamwork.
Skills Developed
✔ Research basics ✔ Engineering exploration ✔ Collaboration ✔ Presentation confidence
Why Parents Choose This Class
FLL is often a child’s first exposure to structured STEM competitions. Starting early provides a significant long-term advantage.
Schedule
 June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) July Week 3 (7/13-7/17) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 1(8/3-8/7)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
VEX IQ & STEM Explorer
Age:6-10
What Your Child Will Experience
Students dive into real robotics systems used in global competitions. They will design mechanisms, experiment with builds, and understand how engineering concepts translate into movement.
Skills Developed
✔ Mechanical reasoning ✔ Systems thinking ✔ Intro robotics engineering ✔ Strategic problem solving
Why Parents Choose This Class
Parents increasingly recognize that robotics is no longer optional — it is foundational for future STEM success. This camp introduces students to a true engineering pathway, not just beginner robotics.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) June Week 3 (6/15-6/19) June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 2 (7/6-7/10) July Week 3 (7/13-7/17) July Week 4 (7/20-7/24) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 1(8/3-8/7) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14) August Week 3 (8/17-8/21)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
Engineering Pathway
Students transition from consumers of technology to builders of systems.
They begin to: • Design mechanisms • Debug code • Understand engineering constraints • Think in systems • Prototype ideas
This is the stage where logic becomes applied. Builders think differently than learners.
Python Coding Camp
Age:7-14
What Your Child Will Experience
Students will dive into the world of programming through Python — one of the most powerful and widely used languages in technology today. Through guided instruction and hands-on projects, students will learn how to write real code, build logical structures, and understand how software works behind the scenes. Rather than memorizing commands, students will learn how to think like programmers — breaking problems into steps and designing logical solutions.
Skills Developed
✓ Computational thinking ✓ Logical reasoning and structured problem solving ✓ Understanding variables, loops, and functions ✓ Real coding experience using Python ✓ Confidence transitioning from beginner to advanced coding
Why Parents Choose This Class
Programming is no longer just a technical skill — it is a foundational literacy for the AI era. Python is used in: • Artificial Intelligence • Robotics • Data Science • Software Engineering This camp provides students with a structured entry point into real programming, preparing them for advanced coding, robotics, and future competition pathways. Most importantly, students learn how to think logically — a skill that applies far beyond coding.
Schedule
Weekly Sessions June – August Summer June Week 1 camp (6/1-6/5) Summer June Week 2 camp (6/8-6/12) Summer June Week 3 camp (6/15-6/19) Summer June Week 4 camp (6/22-6/26) Summer July Week 1 camp (6/29-7/3) Summer July Week 2 camp (7/6-7/10) Summer July Week 3 camp (7/13-7/17) Summer July Week 4 camp (7/20-7/24) Summer July Week 5 camp (7/27-7/31) Summer August Week 1 camp (8/3-8/7) Summer August Week 2 camp (8/10-8/14) Summer August Week 3 camp (8/17-8/21)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
Advanced Tech Pathway
At this stage, students move beyond structured curriculum into applied technology.
They learn: • Embedded systems • Hardware-software integration • AI logic • Optimization • Real-world engineering modeling
This is future-readiness training. Advanced students don’t just solve problems — they design systems.
Electronics & Raspberry Pi Engineering Camp
Age:10+
What Your Child Will Experience
Students enter the world beneath the screen — learning how computers actually interact with the physical world. Using Raspberry Pi and electronic components, they will build functional circuits, experiment with sensors, and create programmable hardware projects. This camp transforms curiosity into true technical capability.
Skills Developed
• Circuit design • Hardware-software integration • Physical computing • Debugging methodology • Engineering resilience
Why Parents Choose This Class
Because understanding hardware separates future engineers from casual coders. Parents who want their child positioned for advanced STEM fields often view this as a strategic early step.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August   June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) June Week 3 (6/15-6/19) July Week 2 (7/6-7/10) July Week 3 (7/13-7/17) August Week 1(8/3-8/7) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14)
Campus
Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
VRC Foundation Camp
Age:10+
What Your Child Will Experience
Students step into the world of competitive robotics by learning how real VEX V5 teams are built — from mechanical structure to programming logic. Through guided engineering challenges, they will design, assemble, test, and refine robots while understanding the strategic thinking behind competition play. This camp is intentionally structured as the first milestone in USTAR’s Robotics Competition Pathway, preparing students for future team placement and tournament readiness.
Skills Developed
• Engineering fundamentals • Mechanical design principles • Introductory robot programming • Strategic problem-solving • Technical collaboration
Why Parents Choose This Class
Because starting robotics without the right foundation often leads to frustration later. USTAR focuses on building disciplined engineering habits early — the same habits seen in successful competition teams. This is where exploration turns into direction.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August   June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) June Week 3 (6/15-6/19) July Week 2 (7/6-7/10) July Week 3 (7/13-7/17) August Week 1(8/3-8/7) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14)
Campus
Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
FLL Challenge Camp
Age:10+
What Your Child Will Experience
Students experience the full FLL process — robot design, mission strategy, innovation projects, and presentation preparation.
Skills Developed
✔ Project management ✔ Engineering design cycle ✔ Strategic execution ✔ Public speaking
Why Parents Choose This Class
This is where students stop “trying robotics” and start becoming competitive. A major step in the engineering pathway.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August   June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 4 (7/20-7/24) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 1(8/3-8/7) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Competition Pathway
Competition training is not about trophies. It builds:
• Strategic thinking • Time management • High-pressure performance • Team leadership • Technical depth
Students learn to execute under constraints and refine systems repeatedly.
This is where discipline meets ambition.
VEX IQ Competition Prep
Age:8-13
What Your Child Will Experience
Students prepare for real competition environments by tackling design challenges, refining builds, and learning strategic gameplay. They develop resilience through iteration — the core habit of successful engineers.
Skills Developed
✔ Competitive engineering mindset ✔ Advanced problem solving ✔ Strategic thinking ✔ Performance under pressure ✔ Team dynamics
Why Parents Choose This Class
Robotics competitions reward students who start early. This program helps children transition from learners to competitors — a major differentiator in advanced STEM trajectories.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August June Week 2 (6/8-6/12) June Week 3 (6/15-6/19) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 2 (7/6-7/10) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 1(8/3-8/7)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
Elementary Science Olympiad Competition Prep
Age:8-11
What Your Child Will Experience
Students train across multiple scientific disciplines including physics, biology, engineering, and data analysis while preparing for real Science Olympiad events.
Skills Developed
✔ Scientific reasoning ✔ Experimental thinking ✔ Analytical skills ✔ Team collaboration ✔ Academic endurance
Why Parents Choose This Class
Science Olympiad is one of the most academically respected STEM competitions in the U.S. Students who enter early build advantages that compound for years. This program is designed not just to prepare students — but to position them competitively.
Schedule
1 Week/ Session June – August   June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) August Week 1(8/3-8/7)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
Science Olympiad — Middle School Competition Prep
Age:11-14
What Your Child Will Experience
Students train for one of the nation’s most respected STEM competitions through focused event preparation, analytical reasoning drills, and collaborative problem-solving. Instruction mirrors the rigor of actual tournaments — combining scientific depth with performance strategy. This program supports students entering — or preparing to enter — the Science Olympiad competitive pipeline.
Skills Developed
• Scientific analysis • Data interpretation • Applied physics & life science reasoning • Technical communication • Team-based execution
Why Parents Choose This Class
Because Science Olympiad rewards students who prepare early and train intentionally. Families select this program not just for enrichment — but for_toggle positioning within competitive academic pathways. It is preparation with purpose.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 4 (7/20-7/24) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14) August Week 3 (8/17-8/21)
Campus
Los Altos & Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
Los Altos Campus Enrollment
VRC Competition Prep Camp
Age:9-14
What Your Child Will Experience
Designed for students ready to move beyond basic robotics, this intensive camp simulates the expectations of real VEX competitions. Students will iterate on robot builds, optimize performance, and practice match strategies while working under authentic engineering constraints. This is not a beginner environment — it is where serious competitors are shaped.
Skills Developed
• Advanced mechanical optimization • Competition-level coding • Game strategy development • Rapid iteration mindset • Leadership within technical teams
Why Parents Choose This Class
Because robotics success is rarely accidental. Students who excel typically follow a structured preparation cycle — and this camp delivers exactly that. For families considering long-term robotics competition, this program functions as a critical accelerator.
Schedule
2Weeks/ Session June – August   June Week 4 (6/22-6/26) July Week 1 (6/29-7/3) July Week 4 (7/20-7/24) July Week 5 (7/27-7/31) August Week 2 (8/10-8/14) August Week 3 (8/17-8/21)
Campus
Cupertino Site
Cupertino Campus Enrollment
The Result of Intentional Training
📅 September 6, 2025 VEX IQ Northern California — Season Opener 🏆 Team Champion Team: 61666C Breakfast Ranked 1st throughout all matches Only team to achieve Vertical Scoring
📅 September 13, 2025 VEX IQ Dublin Tournament 🏆 Skills Champion Team: 61666C Breakfast World Skills Ranking: #13 U.S. Skills Ranking: #1
📅 October 4, 2025 VEX IQ East Palo Alto Tournament 🏆 Excellence Award (Highest Honor) Team: 61666C Breakfast Awarded among 50 competing teams Only team to implement a functional vertical mechanism
📅 October 18, 2025 VRC Middle School — Dublin 🏆 Skills Champion Team: 68699A First-ever VRC competition appearance World Ranking: #19 U.S. Ranking: #6
📅 November 23–24, 2025 One World VRC V5 National Invitational — Berkeley 🏆 Innovate Award 🏆 Tournament Semi-Finalist Team: Ustar VRC V5 Only team at the event to receive two official awards
📅 December 6, 2025 | VEX V5 Dublin Robotics Tournament Team 68699A (Middle School Division) –Top 3 overall among all teams. Team 68699A:Excellence Award (Middle School Division)
📅Jan 4, 2026 | VEX V5 Robotics Competition — NorCal Silicon Valley Award: Design Award Team: 2432X (BetaBotz)
📅Jan 11, 2026 | VEX V5 Robotics Competition — Inobotics Award: Innovate Award Team: 2432X (BetaBotz)
📅Jan 11th 2026 | VEX AI Competition Award: Design Award Team: 69699A (VEX AI Team)
🏆 February 7, 2026 — VEX V5 Dublin Tournament Team:Ustar STEM Lab Team 68699A 🥇 Excellence Award 🥇 Skills Champion 🥇 Teamwork Champion
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Onsite Teachers

Teacher Samare

Science/ Math Teacher / Site Director

Ms. Samare holds a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology and has over a decade of experience as a STEM instructor, coach, and science curriculum developer. With a Site Supervisor/Teacher Permit from West Valley College, she is dedicated to fostering problem-solving skills in her students through open-ended questioning. Passionate about unlocking student potential, she earned her Board Cognitive Specialist Certificate from IBCCES. Currently, she serves as the Ustar Site Director/STEM Teacher/Science Olympiad Coach at Ustar Cupertino.

Teacher Hossein

English & Drama Teacher​

A master storyteller and drama educator, I weave global fairy tales, puppetry, and creative movement into transformative experiences. My child-centered approach nurtures confidence, emotional expression, and imaginative empowerment — turning every classroom into a stage where joy and self-discovery unfold.

Teacher Richard

English / History Teacher

Teacher Richard earned his BA in English Language and Linguistics from Northeastern Illinois University in 2000. He has 10+ years teaching experience, taught English , science, history to students of all ages, from preschool to university to mature adult levels. Richard uses humor to promote a joyful and unselfconscious learning atmosphere. He understands that making mistakes and getting stuck are part of the learning process.

Teacher Raymon

English & Spanish Teacher

Mr. Raymon has beenteaching elementary students with a focus on English literacy since 2020. He holds a Bachelor’s in English from California State University, Long Beach and a Master’s in Teaching from University of San Francisco.A diverse athlete, he has competed in basketball, soccer, cycling, track & field, and swimming. Mr. Raymon also helped found and coach his school’s first wrestling team. He believes in personalized, creative, and differentiated learning to help every student discover their own best way to grow and succeed.

Teacher Choe

English Teacher

Experienced teacher of English for all age groups from elementary to adult schools. Ms. Choe has an expertise in teaching and coaching international students and have taught at the college level for many years. She provides excellent lessons that are geared towards improving the learners’ English proficiencies. She is a learner-oriented instructor that integrates the curriculum based on the students’ interests and aptitudes.

Teacher Nancy

Chinese Teacher

Miss Nancy brings over 13 years of teaching experience, specializing in early childhood education and Chinese language instruction. As a Lead Teacher, she has taught engaging Chinese programs to preschoolers aged 3–5 and students from kindergarten to 6th grade, focusing on language fundamentals, sentence construction, and essay writing.

Teacher Agnes

Chinese Teacher

Agnes Chen is a dedicated Chinese language educator with over 30 years of experience.
She holds a Ph.D. on Linguistics from National Taiwan Normal University and a Master’s from Indiana University. Ms. Chen excels at engaging students from diverse backgrounds and shaping comprehensive educational experiences. Her collaboration with educators has enriched curricula and projects. Known for her expertise, she is committed to fostering excellence in Mandarin education and helping students develop strong communication skills.

Teacher Tike

Chinese Teacher

Ms. Tike is a dedicated

Chinese teacher with over 10 years of experience helping young learners build confidence in Mandarin.

She creates a warm, supportive classroom where students develop their speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Her teaching style is interactive and student-centered, using games, songs, and storytelling to make learning fun and meaningful. Ms. Tike aims to inspire a lasting interest in the Chinese language and culture.

Teacher Nas

Art Teacher

Ms. Nas, an enthusiastic and dedicated Art teacher

with a Bachelor’s degree in Art and ongoing education in Design. With a decade of experience in the field of Interior Design. My passion for teaching is fueled by my love for working with children, fostering creativity, and helping young minds explore the world of art.

STEM Lab Teachers

Coach Hardeep

STEM/Robotics Teacher

A highly experienced STEMeducator with a background in mechanical design and programming, specializing in robotics, coding, and engineering design for K–12 students.Skilled in professional tools such as Onshape, Fusion 360, and SolidWorks, and is well known for mentoring students in robotics competitions—helping them turn ideas into real, working projects.

He focuses on helping learners bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. Driven by the philosophy that learning should be interactive and enjoyable, I strive to cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for STEM in every student.

Coach Evan Zhou

STEM/ Science Olympiad/Physics Teacher

PhD in Condensed Matter Physics | National Lab Researcher | STEM Educator

Dr. Zhou holds a PhD from a top-10 university in China and has conducted advanced research at national laboratories. With deep expertise in physics and mathematics, he is known for turning complex concepts into clear, engaging lessons that students can truly understand. His teaching builds strong problem-solving skills, scientific thinking, and confidence—helping students excel in both physics and math.

Teacher Michael

Robotics Teacher

Coach Michael began by climbing the ranks of a  competitive robotics team, leading them to win “Best Engineered” and “Best Designed” awards. With a passion for mechanics and problem-solving, he has experience designing robots from scratch and rebuilding cars. He focuses on gaining more knowledge and studying to enhance his skills for teaching future generations.

Coach Nathan

Robotics Teacher

Nathaniel Esquivel is a STEM educator with years of experience teaching mechanical engineering and software engineering to younger students. He uses VEX and LEGO to coach both competitive and recreational robotics teams. Nathaniel continues his passion in college at Mechanical engineery and hopes to use his degree to educate the minds of future engineers.

Coach Armando

STEM/Robotics Teacher

Mechanical Engineer |
VEX Robotics Expert
From Theory to Competition Mastery

  • Mechanical Engineering M.S. (San José State, UC Riverside)
  • Years of VEX V5 Design & Build Experience
  • Guides Students from Basic Skills to Advanced Engineering

Why Parents Love Him: Coach Armando isn’t just a teacher—he’s a mentor who turns young learners into real engineering thinkers. With a strong mechanical background and a passion for system-level design, he helps kids understand not just how to build, but why designs work.

Coach Chenglin

Robotics Expert & Mentor

A passionate and accomplished coach with a Master’s degree in Software Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Maryland. Chenglin has over 10 years of hands-on robotics competition experience, including winning the World Champion title at RoboCup Junior 2013 Rescue A competition in Eindhoven, Netherlands. He has a strong background in robot design and programming.

Teacher Austin

Math /Coding Teacher

Austin is a seasoned software engineer with 7+years of experience, mostrecently at Meta. He brings awealth of technical expertiseand a deep passion forteaching the next generation ofcoders. Austin holds at Masters in Computer Scienceat Georgia Tech.

Mr.Caleb

Robotics Teacher

Meet Caleb, an enthusiastic and skilled coach at our robotics lab school, dedicated to teaching and inspiring young minds. With a communication B.A. and a master’s degree in urban planning. He is also pursuing a second master in computer science, Caleb brings a unique mix of technical and communication skills to the classroom. He specializes in Python programming, graphic GIS, and robotics, while also training VEX teams in driving and teamwork. Caleb’s passion for teaching and his ability to engage and excite students make him an exceptional mentor in the world of robotics education.

Coach Maikel

STEM/Robotics Coach

Coach Maikel is a passionate coach with over seven years of experience guiding students in math, physics, and robotics. He earned his Mechanical Engineering degree from UC Berkeley and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Robotics at the University of Cincinnati. Maikel has led high school FRC teams as well as middle school FTC and VEX teams, mentoring students through hands-on engineering challenges and competitions. With his energetic and engaging coaching style, he inspires curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving, empowering the next generation of STEM innovators.

Cupertino/San Jose Site: 1340 S De Anza Blvd suite 104, 102 San Jose, CA 95129

Los Altos/MV site: 858 University Ave, Los Altos, 94024


Email: onsite@loveustar.com, teachers@loveustar.com
Phone: (408)352-5488 or (408)630-1162

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