Fantastic Friday Science
The purpose
of Fantastic Friday Science is to engage students in a meaningful educational experience in which they use science concepts, skills, and processes to solve problems and learn about their world using a hands-on approach in a setting that is more relaxed and informal than the traditional classroom.
This program was first developed by the Clarion University Center for Science Education in Clarion, Pennsylvania. The lessons and methods we employ have been shown to peak students' interest in science and inquiry by taking the process of learning and disguising it as fun.
Each session will focus on a different theme with activities and lessons designed to make the skills and concepts outlined in the state curriculum jump to life before your children's eyes.
Registration costs cover all lab fees and include fun surprises for your children to bring home! Please be aware that becasue we use enrollment numbers to purchace materials, and we purchace these materials in advance of the program dates, we can not refund registration fees if you are not able to make it to an event. We also strongly encourage you to register at least 1 week in advance to guarantee your child a spot
Our Science programs work like this: After registering their children, parents are free to leave. The students are placed into groups by grade level. Throughout the day (or evening, in the case of Fantastic Friday Science), each group will rotate through the different activity stations, each of which is taught by certified teachers. Each activity lasts approximately 1 hour and we take a 30 minute meal break. At the end of the program, the kids will receive their certificates of completion and to wait for parents to pick them up.
What parents are saying...
"Since attending out first couple of science programs, my 6-year-old has asked, "Mom, can I goto Science today?" He was very excited to learn about animals, nature and the recycling lesson most recently. Weeks later and he still references what he learned at the workshops. As a parent/volunteer at both events, I too can attest to the well-organized, interesting, relevant curriculum offered by experienced teachers. We will definitely continue with this activity throughout the year."
-Sharon Durland, parent
“All of my kids loved the Fantastic Friday Science program! They were so excited that they got to participate in such hands-on experiments. They recycled paper and made their own paper, which I don't think they ever knew they could do. This has opened their eyes to the world of science. They ask me every week if THIS is the week they get to do "such cool science stuff".
- Adrienne Cruz, parent
Upcoming Events
Fantastic Friday Science
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How To Register
- Register and pay online (Click button and pay using PayPal)
- Register online, pay by mail (Send cash or check to Hands-On Learning Services 956 Forest Hills Ave. Annapolis, MD 21403
- Register AND pay by mail (Click button and print out registration form. Mail, along with payment, to Hands-On Learning Services 956 Forest Hills Ave. Annapolis, MD 21403
Hands-On Learning Services presents Fantastic Friday Science. When the school week is over, the science fun has just begun. Join us for our once-monthly, hands-on, 3 hour science adventure. Our classes will be focused on a range of themes including chemistry, animals, water pollution, environmental science—even the science of magic and many others. Each session, your child will take part in a different activity and bring home a project. Through a hands-on approach in a no-pressure environment, our programs will show your children just how cool science can be! Fantastic Friday Science is designed for kids in grades PK-5. Kids as young as 4 have had great success in this program, so enroll your pre-K child with confidence, provided he or she is potty trained and you feel they will be comfortable being without you for 3 hours. Also, because we provide pizza and juice for dinner and our activities sometimes involve food, please make us aware of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
Friday September 24, 2010
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
Start at $28 for the first child. This includes the costs of all lab materials, 3 hours of science fun, as well as pizza and juice.
Please see the pricing matrix on the registration page for more details.
Eastport Elementary School
Friday October 22, 2010
5:30-8:30pm
Friday November 19, 2010
5:30-8:30pm
Friday January 14, 2011
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
Eastport Elementary School
Friday February 25, 2011
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
Friday March 25, 2011
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
Friday April 29, 2011
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
Friday May 13, 2011
5:30-8:30pm
Eastport Elementary School
