Doughs and Doughnuts (Elementary)

Learn the wonderful world of making doughs and doughnuts

Doughs and Doughnuts - Elementary EDUcamp Jr,=BJU=EDUcamp Jr, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, June 26, 2024 (Torie Noonkesser)

Dates

Jun 1 – 5  (FULL)

Half Day: Morning

Jun 1 – 5

Half Day: Afternoon

Grades

4th – 5th
(As of Sept. 2026)

Costs

$200
+ $20 registration fee per camper (not per camp)
This camp is closed for this year. Check back again next year!

Discover the joy of dough development in this fun baking adventure! Campers will roll, knead, and shape their way through a variety of delicious creations—from fluffy yeast-raised doughnuts and churros to fresh pasta, empanadas, and artisan breads. Along the way, they’ll learn the science behind dough development and explore sweet and savory recipes that spark creativity and confidence in the kitchen.

Activities

  • Mix, knead, and shape a variety of doughs for bread, doughnuts, pasta, and pastries.
  • Craft scones, empanadas, and mini pies.
  • Glaze doughnuts, pipe churros, and learn simple decorating techniques.
  • Understand fermentation, proofing, and why different flours matter.

General Information

When to Arrive

Full-day camps: Camp check-in each day is between 7:30–8:30 a.m. at the Elementary School Building for 2nd–5th and the Middle School Building for 6th–8th.

Half-day camps: Camp check-in each day is between 7:30–8:30 a.m. for morning camps and 12:00-1:00 p.m. for afternoon camps at the Elementary School Building for 2nd–5th and the Middle School Building for 6th–8th.

What to do When You Arrive

When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th for check-in on Monday. Camp staff will meet you and give the camp T-shirt as well as share a schedule for the week.

When to Depart

Full-day camps: Pick-up each day will be from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th.

Half-day camps: Pick-up each day will be from 12:00-1:00 p.m. for morning camps and 4:30–5:30 p.m. for afternoon camps at the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th.

What to Bring

All supplies needed for camp will be provided unless otherwise noted in each specific camp information.

Please note: BJU cannot be responsible for money, valuables or personal articles.

What to Wear

Long athletic shorts, jeans or pants, and T-shirts are the normal camp attire. Tennis shoes are recommended.

Lunch will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones and personal devices are to be dropped off at the check-in desk for safekeeping and they can be picked up when your child is being checked out.

Camp Director

David Miller, headshot, Bob Jones University, BJU Press, September 27, 2022 (Hal Cook)

David Miller

David Miller has worked in bakeries for over 30 years. For 10 of those years, he owned and operated a local bread bakery. David is a culinary arts instructor at BJU.

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