Homeschool Classes

Welcome to the world of exciting Homeschool Classes!

We offer in-person options for K - 8th grade students on a variety of topics. Classes involve fun experiments and interactive labs designed to present a rich science experience, increase students’ critical thinking skills, engage students in active discussions and enrich the school curricula.

Maximum number of students is 18 per in-person class. Please be aware payment is due at the time you register for an event. 

Cost Per Participant: 

$20 non-member, $15 members for each class. One adult admission is included. Additional guests will be required to pay general admission to the Science Center unless they are members.

Please note: Pricing for all walk-in participants is $20 per session, membership discounts will not apply. 

Location:
Homeschool classes will be held in the Stiles-Nicholson STEM Education Building across the stree from the main building of the Science Center. Please check-in and wait at the front desk to be escorted to the classroom.

Times:
Select dates (see above for times unless otherwise noted)

Sessions:
 

March 20, 2025 – Anatomy of Us All

From our brains on a large scale to our cells on a microscopic scale, our bodies are a high functioning machine. Let’s take a closer look at our systems, organs, cells and much more!

April 3, 2025 – Science of Light

Come ride the light wave as we explore the electromagnetic spectrum. Using lasers, flashlights, and filters we will see how light reflects, refracts and even reacts with other materials.

April 10, 2025 – Paleontology

Have you ever wondered how scientists find and dig up fossils? Have you ever wondered how we can learn anything from a pile of really old bones? Learn the answers to these questions and make your own fossil replica in this week’s class!

April 24, 2025 – Science of Sound

Today we’ll be learning about the science of sound. What is sound? What makes some sounds loud and some sounds soft? Why do we call some sounds noise and other sounds music? We’ll answer these questions and more with a variety of auditory explorations.

May 1, 2025 – Ocean Commotion

Living in South Florida is almost like having the ocean in your backyard. Have you stopped to think about what lies within the ocean? From animals, ecosystems, and much more. Come take a deep dive into what makes our oceans so great!

May 15, 2025 – Space Explorers

Gear up for a whirlwind tour through the cosmos! This week let’s go beyond our world and explore the vast reaches of outer space! From planets, to moons, to stars, space travel can be to infinity and beyond!

May 29, 2025 – Out of This World!

           Gain a unique perspective as we gaze at the stars in our planetarium and discuss some of the basics of space science.

Registration for each session closes at 5pm the day before.

**Before you register** Registration is limited to four students per registration. Additional students will require a separate registration.

Questions? Call (561) 370-7702 or email [email protected]