2D animation is an art form that has mostly left the silver screen, but not our minds nor our TVs! Come along and learn the basic principles of 2D animation in the original pencil and paper style, from the bouncing ball all the way to making a character walk and talk. We will talk about the greats of the medium, the lesser known folks, and what makes it so very special as a form of art and storytelling.

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Where did everything come from, and how did we get here? In this discussion-based exploration of science and discovery, students will trace the grand story of the universe from the Big Bang to the rise of modern humanity. We’ll explore the fundamental principles that shape existence: relativity, quantum theory, star and planetary formation, geological time, and human evolution. Along the way, we’ll examine how these fields connect; how matter became stars, stars forged the elements, planets formed from cosmic dust, and life emerged and evolved on Earth. Students will also engage with the philosophical and scientific questions that orbit these topics: What does time mean? How do we know what we know? What mysteries still remain at the edge of human understanding? This course invites curiosity and conversation rather than memorization. By the end of the semester, students will understand the science behind the story of everything, and interconnectedness of the cosmos and our place within it.

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This course explores the powerful connection between the mind and body, teaching students how to manage stress, improve mental well-being, and enhance overall health through evidence-based practices. Students examine the science behind mind–body medicine, including how stress affects the nervous and immune systems, while learning techniques such as meditation, breathwork, progressive muscle relaxation, and gentle movement like yoga or tai chi. Emphasizing experiential learning, the course encourages self-awareness, resilience, and emotional balance. Through guided meditations, breathing exercises, mindful movement, and reflective journaling, students gain practical tools for relaxation and focus. Activities such as mindful art, nature walks, and peer coaching circles foster connection, creativity, and empathy. By blending scientific understanding with hands-on experience, this course helps students develop lifelong skills to support emotional regulation, reduce stress, and promote holistic wellness.

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Learn how to create art with fire! We will study and practice the basic techniques of wood burning with an emphasis on safety first.

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What would you do if the entire world turned to stone—and you had to rebuild civilization from scratch? In this hands-on science adventure inspired by the anime Dr. Stone, students will explore the real-world science behind the show’s inventions and discoveries. Each week, we’ll recreate and test scientific breakthroughs from the Stone World, from purifying water and making soap to starting fires to creating circuits and simple machines. Along the way, students will think like scientists, engineers, and innovators as they explore how curiosity and creativity can change the world. Please note: this class is inspired by Dr. Stone and will include short clips and discussion of scenes from the show. Since every family has different guidelines about what their children are allowed to watch, we encourage parents to preview the show beforehand to ensure it’s a good fit for their student.

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This is an unsupervised Study Hall. Please have your student bring work or something to do during this time.

Tails and Talons is a sewing class involving working with faux fur and minky. Based on creating animal costumes, also known as fursuits, students will be tasked to create their own costume parts from patterns they create. This curriculum will utilize both hands-on experience and demonstrations to actively challenge the student to get creative, turning a drawing into a 3D object. In this class we will be focusing on creating wearable tails!

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Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot? Can your robot win a head-to-head combat mission? Come learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using LEGO® bricks and then apply that knowledge to build a robot for friendly competition. You'll have a blast as you play robot football and complete the hoop challenge in this fun robotics program.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out.  If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

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