Ecology is all about interactions between organisms and their environment. In this class students will get hands-on experience learning about local biodiversity while observing nature on our mountaintop campus. We will discuss the issues of invasive species, find and identify them, and learn what can be done to stop them. We will also focus on […]
In this “hair raising” class, students will learn all about the weather around us. From why it rains to how a hurricane forms, they’ll learn about many of our planet’s most interesting weather phenomena. Students will even have the opportunity to (safely) touch lightning! Class runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm, Fridays, October 3 – November […]
The way things fly, move, and fall – are all due to physics! Experiment with rocketry, roller coaster design, and Newton’s Laws of Motion. Learn about how physics enables things to stay aloft, both natural and manmade. See how nature has inspired modern designs of airplanes, rockets, and vehicles. Every action has a reaction, and […]
From prototype to print, design real solutions for real-world problems! In this hands-on course, students will explore the world of 3D printing and CAD (computer-aided design) by creating original models they can bring to life with our Prusa printers. Beyond just printing fun objects, students will be challenged to identify real-world problems and design practical […]
The way things look, move, and sound – are all due to physics! Experiment with magnetism, electricity, the properties of light, rainbows, circuitry, and sound waves. From the subatomic to the stellar, electromagnetic waves are everywhere! Class runs from 9:30am – 1:30pm, Fridays, March 20 – May 15. (No classes April 3 & April 17) […]
Become a weather forecaster! In this class, students will use the same tools as real meteorologists to predict the weather themselves. They will learn how to read weather maps, how storm systems move, and how to interpret weather model data. Students will even produce their own weather forecast videos using a green screen! Class runs […]
Imagine it, design it, print it! In this playful introduction to 3D printing, students will become young inventors as they explore the basics of computer-aided design (CAD). Using kid-friendly software, they’ll design simple creations – like custom keychains, game pieces, or animal figurines – and bring them to life with our Prusa 3D printers. Along […]
Why do cats have sharp teeth? Why does moss grow on trees? How do polar bears survive in the Arctic? This ecology class will tackle many of the “whys” that students have about interactions between animals, plants, and the environment. We will focus on adaptations to different biomes, predator/prey interactions, food webs, and different kinds […]
