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Cooking with STEM (Grades: 2-3)

Free

with Cheryl Johnston

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am

Have you wondered why bread and cakes grow bigger in the oven? Can you cook using the sun as the heat source? Sign up for this creative intercession and you will get opportunities to make your own butter, bake your own bread, create ice cream, and learn the science behind food.

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Instructor: Ms. Johnston

Full Course

Cooking with STEM (Grades: PreK-1)

Free

with Bethany Gordon

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am

Have you wondered why bread and cakes grow bigger in the oven? Can you cook using the sun as the heat source? Sign up for this creative intercession and you will get opportunities to make your own butter, bake your own bread, create ice cream, and learn the science behind food.

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Instructors: Ms. Gordon, Ms. Cocke, & Ms. Cosby

Full Course

Learning with Lego Robotics (Grades: 3-5)

Free

with Zoe Parrish

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am

This session is for current 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders interested in learning more about robotics and computer programming. Students will build Lego robots, and program them to complete obstacles. We will explore the basics of computer programming through unplugged and hands-on challenges. Participants in this session will also tinker with other popular robots used in our schools. Students will build habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork throughout our week together.

Instructors: Ms. Parrish and Ms. Haley

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Full Course

Let’s Grow a Farm Stand (Grades: 2-5)

Free

with Megan Donovan

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am

Do you have a green thumb and have always dreamed of opening a farm stand? Let’s plant, grow and learn the business basics of owning and running a farm stand. You’ll leave with plants to continue growing your garden, build and name your farm stand, and visit a greenhouse! Come grow with us!

Instructor: Ms. Donovan

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Ocean Explorers (Grades: 1-3)
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Ocean Explorers (Grades: 1-3)

Free

with Christina Thompson

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am
1 additional session

Sharks, Whales, and Sea Turtles! Oh my! We will be learning about different plants and animals that call the ocean home. STEM, art, and other activities to enjoy all things ocean!

Instructor: Ms. Thompson

Terrific Task Masters! (Grades: 3-5)
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Terrific Task Masters! (Grades: 3-5)

Free

with Beth Ferguson

Students will learn how to collaborate more effectively using the agile framework of SCRUM integrated with technology. Through this process, students will develop better communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. They will work together to solve real-world problems in our community. We will have special community members to help us with our problem-solving!

Instructor: Ms. Ferguson 

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Written In the Stars (Grades: 2-5)
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Written In the Stars (Grades: 2-5)

Free

with Kelly Burton

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 8 am

Climb aboard our rocketship as we head to the stars to learn about our universe. We will engage in many fun activities such as making bottle rockets and papier mache moons. Our most exciting activity will include building a freestanding planetarium!

Instructors: Ms. Burton and Ms. Cullinan Smith

The Great Escape (Grades: 6-8)
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The Great Escape (Grades: 6-8)

Free

with Sarah Smith

Calendar Next session starts Jun 20, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Do you like solving cryptic puzzles, finding hidden clues, accomplishing unique tasks, and working as a team? Come and challenge your mind to think outside the box as your problem solving skills are tested in new ways. You will work together to create your own escape room using your new critical thinking skills and knowledge. Will you escape or be stuck with us for the summer?

*This course has an anticipated field trip. Details will be provided closer to the start of June Intersessions.

Instructors: Ms. Smith and Ms. Harris





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