Science

During this 4 week class session children will participate in four different STEAM activities. All activities are hands on with different experiements each week.

Rainforest Safari: It is all about the rainforest. Build your very own rainforest to keep. Become a tribal shaman and make medicine.
Newton in a Nutshell: Step back in time to the days of Newton. Have a hands-on look at inertia and motion. Discover gravity and experience as we push, pull and get the job done.
Power Producers and Captain Consumers: Explore the web, the food web that is. Discover the important role of producers and consumers and where we fit in. We dissect owl pellets and explore the five laws of nature that apply to the worlds ecosystems.
The Power of Light: Find out just how amazing light is. What is visible light? Discover who ROY G. BIV is and the electromagnetic spectrum. Test optical illusions, lenses and prisms. Do experiments with the suns UV energy.

Imagine if children learn civil engineering and city planning while they are in a Minecraft world. Students design and create a structured city that includes roads, bridges, and city zones containing housing, stores, libraries, schools and more. Minecraft Java Edition is used in the classroom as the tool for hands-on learning. Students should be familiar with using a computer, mouse and Minecraft.

This is a comprehensive program where children learn to design, build and program projects based on LEGO Education robotics. Using a creative educational approach that supports Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), this class uses teacher-led instruction followed by fun, engaging, and dynamic activities. Students are introduced to basic robotics and mechanical engineering concepts by building and coding a different project each week. Creative challenges are given to students as they progress through levels. The Robotics Academy is a repeatable program where children are placed based on skill and experience. Students move up a level each time they take the class. A basic knowledge of using a computer is recommended.

This is a comprehensive program where children learn and build projects based on mechanical engineering concepts. Models such as a powered cars, cranes, and windmills are examples of engaging and dynamic activities based on the LEGO Education Simple & Powered Machines engineering curriculum.

Microbit is a pocket-sized micro-computer board that teaches you how software and hardware work together. This small device has an LED light display, buttons, speaker, microphone, sensors and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you. Students will learn about hardware, how to program the Microbit and create various projects.

Does your child like to explore nature? Does your child enjoy the outdoors? This program allows your child to explore the wonders of nature in our local natural world. Children must be 3 by September 1, 2024 or 4 by September 1, 2024 and toilet trained to attend this program. Have your child bring a water bottle labeled with their name. EPACT enrollment is required for this program. Inclement weather days would move to the Annerino Community Center. Children should dress for the weather and wear shoes/boots that can walk through all kinds of nature.

Workout worry-free while we care for your kids. Children will have fun hanging out in our classroom filled with toys, games, and craft activities while you sweat it out in the fitness center.
*Children must be registered for a session, we don’t have accommodations for drop-ins.
*Children can be dropped off and picked up anytime during their scheduled hour.
*Children can bring their own electronic device as long as it is charged and has only age-appropriate games and activities.
*Except for labeled water bottles, no food or drink is permitted.
*Parents must remain inside the facility while their child is in the Kids Hangout.
*Children must be picked up by the same parent who dropped them off.
*Children must be toilet trained to attend.

This hands-on class will have children working to solve problems and explore their world through Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Activities will encourage problem solving, creative thinking and perseverance.

Boost your child’s handwriting skills. Time together includes opportunities for pencil work, scissor practice, and finger exercises that promote fine-motor development.

After sharing a story, children will do a variety of activities inspired by the book. Activities will include art, math, sensory, dramatic play, and more. We will finish the class by revisiting the book and telling it in a different way.

Children are born ready to learn, and their brains develop more in the first five years than at any other time in their lives. Whether or not children are already in a preschool program, participating in multiple learning experiences better prepares them for kindergarten and beyond. These enrichment classes feature subjects that engage children and offer opportunities for social, physical and intellectual growth. Regardless of the subject, all enrichment classes include practice with reading, scissors and pencils.