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The Kid's STEMology Club -
Homeschool Courses for Fall 2025
Math Lab (9:25 - 10:55 AM Tuesdays, 5-8th grade)
1st Semester : Math Facts, Exponents, Basic Algebra, Basic Geometry, Coordinates
2nd Semester : Decimals, Fractions, Percents, Probability, Exponents
This 85 minute Math class, is unique in that we take a dynamic approach to learning math. The content (math concepts being learned) is fixed, but the context is driven by student interests. We will be exploring the world around us with math and applying it to the interests of your children. Students will do math based projects, games, puzzles, and worksheets.
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Cost is $ 275 per semester or $500 per year ($50 savings)
*If the registration is full, please email us at DiscoverSTEAM.us@gmail.com,
to get on the waiting list or in case we open up more spaces
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Engineering & Technology Classes (11 -12 PM, Tuesdays, 4th - 8th grade)
1st quarter : Kinetic Art Projects - Students will combine engineering strategies and creativity to create art that has elements of movement in it.
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2nd quarter : Build and Operate Robots - Elegoo Smart Car Robots have infrared remote control, line tracking, obstacle avoidance, auto follow, and first person view (FPV) mode.
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3rd quarter : Block Coding - Students will use Block coding to control Sphero mini robots and complete in team challenges.
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4th quarter : Engineer Build Challenges - Students will undertake the design and construction of one
structural project and one mechanical project. The specific projects for this year are to be determined. Last year
students' projects included (1) battling robots arms made from popsicle sticks, hydroponics, and a 3D printed
part, (2) stationary structures made from wooden sticks and tested on an earthquake table, (3) a hydroponic lift
made of wood.
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Cost is $175 per quarter or $600 per year ($100 savings)
*If the registration is full, please email us at DiscoverSTEAM.us@gmail.com,
to get on the waiting list or in case we open up more spaces









Science & Academic Skills Class (1-2:00 PM, Tuesdays, 6th - 10th grade )
Using topics in Science for content, students will learn and practice the following Academic Skills:
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Note taking - during lectures, while reading, and studying
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Oral Presentation skills - preparation, and delivery
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Independent Research - topic selection, use of proper resources, citations, and deciding the proper amount of content for a topic
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Time Management - using graphic organizers, parsing tasks, establishing routine and discipline *This skill requires parent participation to be effective*
Semester 1: Earth Science - Earth's structure, history, minerals, rock formation, paleontology, and weather. We will examine real fossils and rock formations.
Grades will be given and are based on the following rubric:
Semester 1: 20% quizzes, 40% science homework, 20% in-class skills assignments and participation, 20% academic skills homework
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Semester 2: Selected Topics in Science - All science fields are open to examination this semester. We will read articles in magazines, journals, books, and online resources. In addition to teacher selected topics, students will select individual topics to research and teach in a ‘flipped classroom’ format.
Grades will be given and are based on the following rubric:
Semester 2: 20% quizzes, 30% science homework, 15% oral presentation, 15% in-class assignments and participation, 20% academic skills homework
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Cost is $275 per semester or $500 per year ($50 savings)
*If the registration is full, please email us at DiscoverSTEAM.us@gmail.com,
to get on the waiting list or in case we open up more spaces



General Information for in person classes of the Kid's STEMology Club
Payment is due at the time of registration. Partial payment arrangements can be made by emailing DiscoverSTEAM.us@gmail.com, a limited number of needs based scholarships are available.
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Refund policy:
50% refund if you withdraw by the end of the second week of class
nonrefundable after the second week of class