Youth Science Classes
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Classes run 2/24 - 4/11, with no classes during March 24-28 for Spring Break
All classes will have an enrollment limit of 16 students. Courses cost $80 per student.
Ages 6 to 8 ($80.00)
Weather Wranglers
Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pm, EHS Room 225
Teachers: Abi and Ellie
Put on your meteorologist hats and step into our weather science corral, because we're about to wrangle up some weather! Learn about tornadoes, thunder, lightning, the water cycle, and much, much more. We’ll be starting our journey with observations about the weather we see around us, taking field trips to our own “Grand Canyon” (Hess Creek), and working on lassoing our forecasting skills. It’s goin’ to be a rootin’ tootin’ time, so come join us! We look forward to seein’ y’all there. Yeehaw!
Ages 9-11 ($80.00)
Science or Magic?
Fridays 3:30-4:30, EHS Room 202
Teachers: Hannah & Lauren
Is it "magic" or science? Curiosity is the key that inspired scientists to discover the "magic" behind density, gravity, thermodynamics, osmosis, and more. In this class, we will follow in their footsteps by asking questions, developing experiments, and testing our hypotheses in the lab. What is the scientific method? Why do we perform experiments? How can we work together to expand our understanding? Join us as we explore what it means to be a scientist!
Ages 9-11 ($80.00)
Rocksplosion!
Thursdays 10:00-11:00, EHS Room 225
Teachers: Sam & Briska
Geology isn't just about rocks, minerals, and crystals - it's the ultimate treasure hunt beneath our feet! From the explosive power of volcanoes to the mysteries behind earthquakes, geology lets you explore the planet's coolest secrets. We'll dive into hands-on activities, labs, and more. Our experienced instructors will help you explore geology and earth science in this exciting course! It will be an rocksplosion of a good time!
Ages 12-14 ($80.00)
Awesome Anatomy
Tuesdays 12:00-1:00pm, EHS Room 203
Teachers: Lauren & Tyberius
Uncover the mysteries of anatomy and physiology in this hands-on adventure! Guided by experienced instructors, you'll learn about the intricate organ systems that make life possible. Whether you're curious about how hearts pump, how lungs breathe, or how brains think, this class is for you! We'll use both models and preserved animal and organ specimens in this class to help students gain a greater appreciation for biology.
General Information
The Science Outreach Program offers science classes for children in our community during the fall and spring semesters. These classes allow students to learn about the wonders of God’s creation in a laboratory using equipment not readily available elsewhere. These classes are experiential, hands-on, and lab-based.
Each class is held once a week and is completed within one semester. Class size is limited, and topics vary each session and semester. Please contact the Science Outreach Program with questions about the classes.
Instructors
The classes are taught by George Fox undergraduate students majoring in science and education. Each class is team-taught with two instructors, giving each student more one-on-one assistance.
All student teachers receive lesson planning, delivery, and classroom management training and work closely with the Science Outreach Program director to create and deliver their courses.
Class Fees & Scholarships
The subsidized class fee helps to cover the cost of instructor payroll, class supplies, and field trip expenses, if applicable. Fees may vary from class to class depending on lab and/or field trip expenses.
George Fox University makes every effort to keep the cost of these classes as low as possible while maintaining the highest possible quality of instruction. Please contact the Science Outreach Program via email (scienceoutreach@georgefox.edu) to inquire about need-based scholarships.
Online Registration
Please use the link at the top of the page to register for Youth Science Classes. Registration for Science Outreach classes is no longer done by mail or in person at George Fox University.
Mailing List
We maintain an email contact list to distribute updated information about youth science classes. If you would like to be on our email list to get advance notice of when registration will open, please email the Science Outreach Program at scienceoutreach@georgefox.edu.
Directions to George Fox
The youth science classes are held in the Edwards-Holman Science Center building or the Roberts Center building on the George Fox University campus in Newberg, Oregon. Please see the campus map for the location of EHS, Roberts Center and visitor parking lots. You will be given a parking pass on the first day of class.
The Edwards-Holman Science Center (EHS) is directly behind the Wood-Mar building off Meridian Street. Upon reaching downtown Newberg, follow 99W to Meridian Street. Turn north onto Meridian, and follow it for two blocks. Make a right into the George Fox parking lot.
The Roberts Center is located off of East Sherman Street. From Portland Rd/Highway 99, turn North onto N. Villa Rd. and left onto East Sherman Street. Follow it to the end of the street and turn right. Enter in the Roberts Center West Wing.