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Kids in College, June 26-30, 2023

School may be out for summer, but it doesn't mean learning has to end. With Kids in College, your student can have fun while learning subjects related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Students will make discoveries, create experiments and crafts, and go on adventures. It's so fun, they won't realize they are learning on their days off. The week-long event is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Monday, June 26, to Friday, June 30.

Grades K-2:

Grades K-2:
Instructor: Jen Stevenson

Monday, June 26: Letter A:
Students will explore science, technology, engineering, math, and careers using the letter A! Students will learn about air, apps, airplanes, adding, and astronauts through various engaging hands-on activities!

Tuesday, June 27: Letter B:
Students will explore STEM and careers related to the letter B! Students will learn about bubbles, barcodes, bridges, bar graphs, and biomedical engineering by observing and investigating. 

Wednesday, June 28: Letter C:
Students will explore STEM and STEM careers related to the letter C! Students will learn and explore circuits and conductors, coding, cars, counting, and computer science.

Thursday, June 29: Letter D:
The final day will look into the letter D! Students will be able to explore and investigate how things dissolve, digital drawing, drag devices, addition, and the occupation of doctors. 

Friday, June 30: Adventure Day:
Adventure Day activity TBD. We are working with local organizations to plan a fun and safe Adventure Day. Adventure Day details will be sent via email and will be posted on the Kids in College website (clarion.edu/ce and click Kids in College).

Grades 3-5

Grades 3-5:
Instructor: Stephanie Staub

Monday, June 26: Motor Monday:
Build cars, make drawing robots and use K'nex to take your motor mind to a whole new level!

Tuesday, June 27: Alphabet STEM Letter "E":
Study static electricity, equal parts, emails, experiments, and environmental engineers. 

Wednesday, June 28: We Do Wednesday:
Explore Lego Robotics with Lego We Do Challenges.

Thursday, June 29: Think like a NASA Scientist Thursday:
Be a NASA scientist for the day and explore some of the unique activities that NASA scientists experience, even try out some astronaut food! 

Friday, June 30: Adventure Day:
Adventure Day activity TBD. We are working with local organizations to plan a fun and safe Adventure Day. Adventure Day details will be sent via email and will be posted on the Kids in College website (clarion.edu/ce and click Kids in College).

Grades 6-8:

Grades 6-8:
Instructor: Sarah Seaton

Monday, June 26: STEM in Motion:
We will explore various aspects of motion. Some of our STEM activities will include making rubber band cars, balloon-powered rockets, marble and/or paper roller coasters, motorized boats. We will also experiment with stop motion animation and create a short video. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to code Ozobot robots and move them in various ways.

Tuesday, June 27: Forensic Files & Exploring the Mysteries of the Earth:
Students will have the chance to solve some mysteries using various clues from the earth. Who was here before humans and how do we know? What does DNA tell us about our livelihood? What can we learn from digging in the dirt? Hopefully, by studying different aspects of the earth, we can find answers to these questions - and more! 

Wednesday, June 28: The Science of Food:
Who invented the chocolate chip cookie? What about potato chips? How do we make ice cream and butter? Today is a day devoted to learning all about the science of food. It is guaranteed to be a yummy day, for sure!

Thursday, June 29: STEM and Sports:
What is the science behind some of your favorite sports - football, basketball, and soccer? Today students will learn about the physics and other math and science involved in being successful in these games. We will make goal posts, hoops, catapults, and other “equipment” necessary to play various games. We may also come up with our own version of a game - or even create a new game!

Friday, June 30: Adventure Day:
Adventure Day activity TBD. We are working with local organizations to plan a fun and safe Adventure Day. Adventure Day details will be sent via email and will be posted on the Kids in College website (clarion.edu/ce and click Kids in College).

All our extreme topics will incorporate a variety of STEM topics, including the use of robots, technology, math, and engineering. We may even be experimenting with food!

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

Daily Schedule
Sign-in 8:45 a.m.
Supervised half-hour lunch break each day. Students bring their lunches. A drink is provided.
Dismissal: 4:00 p.m.

Printable Registration Form

Scholarships are available for qualifying families:

Drop-off and Pick-up
We provide a secure drop-off and pick-up for children's safety. The drop-off and pick-up location is in the room assigned to each age group. Once you register, we will send you a confirmation that will list your child's assigned room number.

Cancellation Policy
If, for any reason, a parent must cancel a child’s registration for a course or program, the cancellation must be received in writing by the Continuing Education coordinator no later than June 19. The cancellation is then processed by PennWest Clarion and a refund will be available to the parent in approximately four weeks. If a cancellation is requested during the course, a refund cannot be issued.

 Questions?

Amariliz Sanchez
asanchez@pennwest.edu
1 814 393 1207

PennWest Clarion - Venango
1801 West First Street
117 Robert W. Rhoades Center
Oil City, PA 16301

 

 

Last Updated 5/9/23