Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Art Explorations
Grades 3-5
October 19: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Students will get to explore their creativity and dive into the wide world of art, focusing on 3-dimensional art from their imaginations. They'll have lots of materials to work with: wood, metal, cardboard, fabric, plaster, paint and more while they use a few different mediums during this fun course. Students are sure to walk away with some artistic creations they are excited about.
$85
Creative Writing
Grades 3-5
October 19: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Explore your own unique experiences to tell your best story! In this course, students will explore the richness of imagery and how to use it in their own unique way. They will generate numerous seeds for stories and get started on how to best water those seeds to fruition. There will be opportunities to share if students feel comfortable doing so. Whether they’ve taken a creative writing class before or not, they’ll have a blast and leave feeling excited about continuing their writing journey.
$85
Mathematics of Games
Grades 4-6
October 19: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Get ready for fun and friendly competition as we learn the mathematical strategy behind playing games! Many mathematical topics will be explored such as probability, statistics, number theory, pattern analysis, geometry, and algebra. We will tackle the math behind games such as tic-tac-toe, Mastermind, Pachici (known in modern times as Parcheesi), Hearts, Risk, Settlers of Catan, Bridge and many, more. Playing games will take on new meaning when fun and mathematical thought come together. Please join us for this active, thought-provoking class!
$85
Minecraft: Building a Mars Rover
Grades 5-7
October 19: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Have you ever wanted to explore another planet? Do you like Minecraft? In this class you will get to know the rovers who have brought back data from Mars before experimenting with your own rover design using Minecraft.
$85
Science Explorations: Discovering Lung Mechanics
Grades 5-6
October 19: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Join our inspiring science class where students will build a model of the thoracic cavity and watch real rabbit lungs come to life! Using pressure differences, they'll inflate the lungs and experience the wonders of how breathing works. This hands-on class is sure to spark curiosity and awe!
$85
3D Printing
Grades 6-8
October 19: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
In this class, students will learn about how 3d printers work and get to see them in action! They will get to stretch their imaginations by learning how to use simple 3d design tools and create fun designs of their own. Each student will also get to take home a pre-printed souvenir to get them started on their engineering journey!
$85
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Creative Writing with Caleb Rainey
Grades 3-4
November 16: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Find your voice and learn how to tell the story you want with Caleb Rainey, a published author, poet, and nationally-touring performer who lives in Iowa City. Students will get to explore their writing in a space of boundless warmth, enthusiasm, and imagination with a group of like-minded peers. This is a perfect opportunity for creative kids looking to explore.
$85
Minecraft: Building a Mars Rover
Grades 3-4
November 16: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Have you ever wanted to explore another planet? Do you like Minecraft? In this class you will get to know the rovers who have brought back data from Mars before experimenting with your own rover design using Minecraft.
$85
Science Explorations: How Lungs Work
Grades 3-4
November 16: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Join our inspiring science class where students will build a model of the thoracic cavity and watch real rabbit lungs come to life! Using pressure differences, they'll inflate the lungs and experience the wonders of how breathing works. This hands-on class is sure to spark curiosity and awe!
$85
AI Explorers: Unleashing Creativity with Generative AI
Grades 5-6
November 16: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
As Spiderman said, “with great power comes great responsibility!” Let’s embrace this powerful idea as we explore the exciting world of generative AI (genAI) and its role in enhancing creativity. In this hands-on experience, you’ll discover how genAI can support every step of crafting a digital story—from brainstorming ideas and drafting to refining your narrative. We’ll focus on designing an illustrated story while emphasizing the importance of using genAI responsibly and ethically. Join us to create, learn, and harness AI’s potential while keeping the human touch at the heart of the process!
$85
Battle Bots and More: Engineering with Sphero Robots
Grades 5-6
November 16: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Do you wish you could design your own Battle Bot? In this class, students will get to become engineers and coders as they create the perfect Sphero robot to face off against their classmates in an exciting showdown. Students will also try some other coding and design challenges that are sure to spark their imaginations.
$85
Cooking with STEM: Molecular Gastronomy for Kids
Grades 5-6
November 16: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Take a delicious dive into the world of cooking science with this class. Learn a bit about food and the science behind it as you explore edible creations that seem to break the rules of possibility. This class is perfect for curious young minds, whether or not they have much experience with cooking or science.
$85
Creative Writing with Caleb Rainey
Grades 5-7
November 16: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Find your voice and learn how to tell the story you want with Caleb Rainey, a published author, poet, and nationally-touring performer who lives in Iowa City. Students will get to explore their writing in a space of boundless warmth, enthusiasm, and imagination with a group of like-minded peers. This is a perfect opportunity for creative kids looking to explore.
$85
Saturday, April 5, 2025
AI Explorers: Unleashing Creativity with Generative AI
Grades 3-6
April 05: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
As Spiderman said, “with great power comes great responsibility!” Let’s embrace this powerful idea as we explore the exciting world of generative AI (genAI) and its role in enhancing creativity. In this hands-on experience, you’ll discover how genAI can support every step of crafting a digital story—from brainstorming ideas and drafting to refining your narrative. We’ll focus on designing an illustrated story while emphasizing the importance of using genAI responsibly and ethically. Join us to create, learn, and harness AI’s potential while keeping the human touch at the heart of the process!
$85
Art Explorations
Grades 3-4
April 05: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Students will get to explore their creativity and dive into the wide world of art using a few different mediums during this fun course. Students are sure to walk away with some artistic creations they are excited about.
$85
Minecraft
Grades 5-8
April 05: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Prepare for another Minecraft adventure! Students will explore the world of Minecraft and learn a few things along the way. Whether your student is familiar with the blocky world of Minecraft or not, they will be sure to walk away excited about its new possibilities for expanding their knowledge and growing their imagination.
$85
Science Explorations: Discovering Skin and Animal Science
Grades 5-6
April 05: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Become a suture star and explore the fascinating world of skin! Students will learn about skin's structure and function, and even develop the skill of suturing (medical stitching) with pig skin. Additionally, you will explore the animal science field, discovering how these skills are applied in real-world scenarios. This hands-on experience will spark curiosity and open doors to new scientific and career interests!
$85
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Minecraft
Grades 3-4
April 26: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
Prepare for another Minecraft adventure! Students will explore the world of Minecraft and learn a few things along the way. Whether your student is familiar with the blocky world of Minecraft or not, they will be sure to walk away excited about its new possibilities for expanding their knowledge and growing their imagination.
$85
Science Explorations: Discovering Skin and Animal Science
Grades 3-4
April 26: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Become a suture star and explore the fascinating world of skin! Students will learn about skin's structure and function, and even develop the skill of suturing (medical stitching) with pig skin. Additionally, you will explore the animal science field, discovering how these skills are applied in real-world scenarios. This hands-on experience will spark curiosity and open doors to new scientific and career interests!
$85
3D Printing
Grades 5-7
April 26: 09:00AM - 12:00PM
In this class, students will learn about how 3d printers work and get to see them in action! They will get to stretch their imaginations by learning how to use simple 3d design tools and create fun designs of their own. Each student will also get to take home a pre-printed souvenir to get them started on their engineering journey!
$85
Creative Writing
Grades 5-7
April 26: 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Explore your own unique experiences to tell your best story! In this course, students will explore the richness of imagery and how to use it in their own unique way. They will generate numerous seeds for stories and get started on how to best water those seeds to fruition. There will be opportunities to share if students feel comfortable doing so. Whether they’ve taken a creative writing class before or not, they’ll have a blast and leave feeling excited about continuing their writing journey.
$85
