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Megan Ulczak, unless otherwise noted.
Youth Series Programs
special interest
Gamebots Robotics
Fridays, 6:30-7:30P
Sep 9-Oct 14 • Oct 28-Dec 9
Calling all gamers! Have a blast creating robotic
games each week while learning about robotics.
Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors,
programming, and pulleys as they create fun to play
games. Whether creating a robotic hockey player,
pinball machine, or a ring toss, your child is sure to
have fun building, learning, and playing. Ages 7-14
Res Fee $123 - Fee $143
Location: Dole Center - Studio 2
Class does not meet: 11/25
Junior Scientist
Saturdays, 10:00-11:00A
Sep 10-Oct 15 • Oct 29-Dec 3
Do you know what mammal is the largest on Earth?
Or how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly? Did you
know that reptiles are the oldest creatures on the
planet? Jr. Scientists: All About Animals invites your
little zoologists to analyze the differences between
vertebrate and invertebrate, construct their way
through the butterfly and frog life cycle, build reptiles,
and examine the differences and similarities between
insects and arachnids using Kid K'NEX® pieces. Your
child will be too busy exploring the animal world to
realize that they are gaining critical social, motor, and
developmental skills. Ages 4-6
Res Fee $114 - Fee $134
Location: Dole Center - Studio 2
Minecraft Code: Harry Potter
Adventure
Saturday, Sep 10-Nov 12, 10:00-11:00A or
11:00A-12:00P
Welcome to the World of Witchcra and Wizardry!
In this class, students will learn to code while
exploring an interactive Harry Potter world in
Minecra! Every class is a new adventure and
opportunity to put coding fundamentals into action.
Traveling to Hagrid's hut, the Quidditch pitch, Privet
Drive, Diagon Alley, and beyond, kids will take on
quests, fight off some monsters, and cast some magic
spells! Join us on this incredible and magical journey!
Projects include: brewing potions, enchanting items
with special abilities, and learn Redstone basics.
Grades 1-2
Res Fee $382 - Fee $402
Location: Dole Center - Multipurpose Room
Web & App Development
Saturdays, Sep 10-Nov 12, 12:00-1:00P
We all use web-based apps to shop, communicate,
play games, and so much more! is course teaches
the building blocks to program and design interactive
websites with emphasis on creative design and
technical learning. Students build and customize
dynamic websites and mobile-friendly apps using
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Grades 6-8
Res Fee $382 - Fee $402
Location: Dole Center - Multipurpose Room
Animal Robotics
Mondays, 6:30-7:30P
Sept 12-Oct 17 • Nov 7-Dec 12
Snapology's Amazing Animals introduces students to
the technical world of robotics. Students will work in
teams to create a zoo of interactive and mechanical
animals. Your child will build robotic animals and
explore different mechanisms such as tilt and motion
sensors, motors, and computer soware to help
them bring their creation to life, all while having fun
learning important social and technical skills.
Ages 5-12
Res Fee $123 - Fee $143
Location: Dole Center - Studio 2
STEAM!
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30P
Sep 14-Oct 19 • Nov 2-Dec 14 • Feb 2-Mar 9
ursdays, 6:30-7:30P
Sep 15-Oct 20 • Nov 3-Dec 15 • Feb 3-Mar
10
is exciting program from Aerschool Enrichment
Solutions brings together elements of science, art and
math in a hands-on, action-packed environment!
Students will conduct experiments, play educational
games, and unlock their creativity through building
challenges and projects. No experience necessary!
Ages 5-11 (Open to Grades K-5)
Res Fee $120 - Fee $140
Location: Dole Center - Studio 2
Class does not meet: 11/23, 11/24
Chess Scholars
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30P
Sep 20-Oct 25 • Nov 8-Dec 13 • Jan 31-Mar 7
Develop your child's intellect through the royal
game of chess! Current research has shown a strong
link between chess and academic performance in a
variety of areas, including mathematics and language
arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's
motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and
creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive
teaching period and guided practice time. Both
beginner and experienced players are welcome and
will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess
Scholars coach. Ages 5-12
Res Fee $99 - Fee $119
Location: Dole Center - Studio 2
Scratch Jr.
Mondays, Jan 2-Mar 20, 5:00-6:00P
Learning to Code is a critical skill for children to
learn! Much like learning another language, it's best
to have kids learn about programming concepts early
and oen! In our Scratch Jr. class, kids will learn
coding concepts including computer automation
and linear sequencing. ey will make short stories,
apply elements of animation, and create their own
sprites and objects – all using technology and coding
fundamentals! Grades K-2
Res Fee $382 - Fee $402
Location: Dole Center - Multipurpose Room
Class does not meet: 1/16,2/20
