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Give your children a chance to excel
Providing unique, exciting, and interactive learning opportunities for children. Participants explore, discover, and investigate the mysteries of science, the excitement of the arts, and new avenues of self-expression. Current Kids in College offerings are:
The Wonders of Science!
Advanced Robotics: The Ultimate Experience *
with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
Build a Robot Dinosaur, Mars Cruiser, Aquabot, Space Copter, Desert Rover, or “The Five Foot Tall Commander Robot.” You can also build your own robots with our motors, wires, controllers, and wheels. Use your imagination! It’s a challenge, but you can do it if you think! Get ready for Sumo Battles, the Battle Box, and Sciensational Workshops’ Build-a-Thon!
Ages 7-12 | M - F | June 23 - 27 | 9AM - Noon | $145
All Systems Go! Your Body Systems and How They Work with Kari Cooper
Where does your food go once it is swallowed? What would happen if you had no bones? How far can your heart squirt blood? Explore the answer to these questions and more in All Systems Go!
Ages 7 - 9 | M - F | July 28 - August 1 | 9 - 11 AM | $75
Ages 10 - 12 | M - F | July 28 - August 1 | Noon - 2 PM | $75
Can You Dig It? Fossil Hunt! *
with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
You will excavate over 100 fossils- some up to 200-300 million years old! Discover an actual dinosaur bone and a 250 million year old trilobite. Identify 20 million year old sharks’ teeth, mammal bones, and more. Make fossil plaster replicas of a cave bear tooth, ammonite, and Tyrannosaurus Rex tooth. Grow crystals and learn the secrets of stones!
Ages 6 - 11 | M - F | July 14 - 18 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | $145
Electronic Lab *
with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
Build 30 different projects and experiments with your own electronic kit in this hands-on workshop! The Science Electronics Lab will help you make science project ideas come alive as you build 30 projects with working Electronic Circuits. Then have fun designing your own projects once you’ve built all 30! Parts and a deluxe manual are yours to keep!
Ages 7 - 12 | M - F | June 23 - 27 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | $145
Make and Take it Home * with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
In this exciting, hands-on program you will discover how amazing science is. You will make and take home a wide assortment of toys designed to teach you science concepts in a hands-on way. Grow your own crystal tree. Make an energy bead bracelet and watch as those amazing beads turn from white to a rainbow of colors before your eyes. Make a lava lamp. Build a working electric motor. Make your own sharpie shirt and learn some cool chemistry. Make silly putty, glowing goo, green flubber and other cool projects. AND by the way... we will make ice cream in our own amazing, different, sciensational way!
Ages 6 - 11 | M - F | July 14 - 18 | 9 AM - Noon | $145
Maglev Cars - Magnetic Levitation
for Future Transportation * with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
Build your own futuristic maglev car to race and take home. Have fun building it and learning how it operates! Learn about the relationship between magnetism and electricity. You will also get to build a maglev track, a cool electromagnet, and the world’s simplest motor. Make your own compass and take part in many other magnificent magnetic activities! Have fun and learn while doing hands-on activities.
Ages 7 - 12 | M - F | August 4 - 8 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | $145
The Rocket Robot: A Look Into The Past and The Future *
with the Sciensational Workshop Faculty
Your Rocket Robot works by the clap of your hands or the sound of your voice. It will automatically reverse, and then turn left before embarking on a new course - and it’s fast!!! You control its movement and you can make it more or less sensitive to sound. You will see, first-hand, the many gears, circuit board, and microphone, that power this futuristic marvel. Be a part of Robotic Technology and experience the future!
Ages 7-12 | M - F | August 4 - 8 | 9 AM - Noon | $145
Amazing Arts!
Animal Art with Jenna Rahrig
Want a pet nobody else has? Make it yourself! Design and make your own life-size pet using papier mache, newspaper, wire, and paint! In one week, you can create any creature you can imagine!
Ages 9 - 12 | M - F | July 14 - 18 | 10 AM - Noon or 1 - 3 PM | $75
The Art of Papermaking with Jenna Rahrig, at Morgan Elementary School
Have you ever wanted to make your own paper? You will make a variety of paper as unique as yourself! Experiment with your paper as you make unique artistic books!
Ages 9 - 12 | M - F | July 21 - 25 | 10 AM - Noon | $75
Drums Around the World with Peter Carels
Are you fascinated by music? Jump into a world of fun! Explore your musical side! Learn the secrets of sound production! This class will introduce you to a world of instruments and rhythms. Learn how to play drums, shakers, and more!
Ages 11 - 14 | M - F | June 16 - 27 | 11 AM - Noon | $75
Hollywood? No, it’s Bollywood! with Christina Koslow
Experience the cinema, music, and culture of Southern India through songs, movement, and instruments. You will see music in a totally new way! Learn about Bollywood and the films produced there, then create your own Bollywood film scene with music and dancing!
Ages 8 - 10 | M - F | June 23 - 27 | 9 AM - Noon | $125
Ages 11 - 14 | M - F | June 23 - 27 | Noon - 3 PM | $125
Legends in the Making with Stephanie Bumholt and Ryan Steffen
Do you dream of writing? Do you want to publish your own work? Explore exciting indoor and outdoor hands-on activities that will unleash your imagination! Then, join fellow students of all ages and create an entire book! Master important writing skills like cooperation, brainstorming, and self-expression.
Ages 7 - 14 | M - F | July 28 - August 1 | 10 AM - Noon | $99
Self Defense for Kids with Dennis Cook
Get smarter and stronger by practicing self defense! It’s more than just punching and kicking... Develop the attitude and awareness you need to be safer and learn basic Kung Fu techniques!
Ages 10 - 14 | M - F | June 23 - 27 or | 2 - 3 PM | $25
Ages 10 - 14 | W | July 9, 16, and 23 | 6 - 7:30 PM | $25
Summer Art with Karen Powers
Create fun summer art projects like yard art, a windsock, and other cool stuff. Reveal the artist within and discover your craftiness. Enjoy your summer - with art!
Ages 8 - 12 | M - F | June 16 - 20 or July 14 - 18 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM | $75
Library of Mysteries
Braille: The Language you can Touch with Stefanie Kelly
Learn the history of braille: writing that does not require sight to read! Learn how to write in Braille with activities like sign-making, recipe day and more! The last class will be a party day for your family- demonstrate your new skills!
Ages 8 - 12 | M/W/F | June 16, 18, 20 | 10 AM - Noon or 12:30 - 2:30 PM | $45
Canine Adventures with Tony Finnell
Learn how to control your dog on and off leash! Build a healthy relationship with your pet. You will learn skills to keep your dog from jumping up, and important commands such as ‘down’, ‘heel,’ and ‘stay.’ Commands can be taught in any language! Proof of current vaccinations and license required.
For the whole family | T/R | June 17 – July 10
(no classes week of July 4) | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | $175
A Day in the Life of a CSI
with Amy Thomsen
Become a “real life” crime scene investigator! Collect evidence from a mock crime scene. Compare finger prints and shoe prints, learn about crime-scene science, and even sketch the crime scene! When you finish your experiments, name a suspect! The law is in your hands!
Ages 11 - 14 | M - F | June 23 - 27 or July 7 - 11
9 AM - Noon | $125
Frisbee Golf with Karen Powers
Challenge your friends and defeat your opponents in frisbee golf! Learn the rules, then take to the field on Miami University’s huge frisbee golf course.
Ages 10 - 14 | M - F | July 7 - 11 or July 28 - August 1 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM | $75
Heroes 101 with Karen Powers
What does it take to be a hero? Learn how you can live a heroic life! Read T.A. Barron’s book The Hero’s Trail: A Guide for a Heroic Life. Use role-playing and writing to create your own heroic ideals!
Ages 12 - 14 | M - F | June 23 - 27 or July 21 - 25 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM | $75
¡Hola! Beginning Spanish with Megan Kuykendoll
Learn the basics of Spanish! Learn numbers, colors, animal names, and how to say hello! Each day will have different exciting activities to help you learn. ¡Hasta Luego! (Find out what that means!)
Ages 8 - 10 | M - F | July 28 - August 8 | 10 AM - Noon | $145
Teenage Opportunities (for students ages 14-17)
Discover your Voice with Laurel Brunk
Discover your voice through creative writing, reading, and speaking! Learn how you can use your voice to make a difference. Express yourself through a variety of exciting activities, and learn to use the written word as a vehicle for change.
M, W, Th | June 16 - 26 | 1:30 - 5:30 PM | $99
Don’t Fear Shakespeare! with Laurel Brunk - CLOSED
Before movies or television, there were plays- and Shakespeare was their king! Learn about the work and life of one of history’s greatest playwrights. Experience Shakespeare’s work in writing and film, and use performance and digital storytelling to make these plays come alive once more.
M - F | July 7 - 11 or August 4 - 8 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM | $150
Legends in the Making with Stephanie Bomholt and Ryan Steffen
Do you want to be a teacher or future author? Do you want to publish your own work? Lead younger students in exciting indoor and outdoor hands-on activities. Then, join fellow students of all ages and create a children’s book! Be an independent author, or guide younger students in creating great work.
M - F | July 28 - August 1 | 10 AM - Noon | $99
Rocking the Vote with Nicole LeFevre
You can’t vote yet- but you will soon! Discover the ins and outs of a presidential campaign as you analyze the current campaign online. Use podcasts, online journals, and other resources to create and publish your own blog about the election. Witness democracy in action!
T, Th | June 17 - July 24 (No classes the week of June 30 - July 4) | 9:40 - 11:40 AM | $99
Theatre: After All, it’s Called a Play! with Christina Teed
Unleash the actor within as you explore theatre! Write, direct and perform your own scenes. Create what you want, and learn the basics of directing, playwriting, improvisation, and performance. Your audience will be spellbound, unable to resist your awesome skills!
M - F | June 16 - June 27 | Noon - 4 PM | $175
Self Defense with Dennis Cook
Get smarter and stronger by practicing self defense! It’s more than just punching and kicking... Develop the attitude and awareness you need to be safer and learn basic Kung Fu techniques!
M - F | June 23 - 27 or | 2 - 3 PM | $25 or W | July 9, 16, and 23 | 6 - 7:30 PM | $25