Homeschool Science Academy: Now in session!

Looking for new and innovative ways to teach your K-12 student science? Well look no further than ScienceSouth’s Homeschool Science Academy! We have a range of programs that are sure to meet you and your student’s needs.

Grade K-8 Programs
Our K-8 programs are offered every first and third Friday of the month, with the exception of November and December. The cost is $10/child for two hours of workshops. There must be a minimum of ten children registered each Friday for the workshop to take place. We can accommodate up to 30 children per workshop session. Workshops begin promptly at 9:00 am and conclude at 11:00 am.

Grade 9-12 Programs
Our 9-12 programs are the last Friday of each month, with the exception of November and December, and are for high school age students. These hands-on laboratory programs follow the Biology Track and Chemistry Track for 9th-12th graders using curricula from Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. Each track covers 10 lab sessions, and classes will meet from 9:00 am to noon. The cost is $200 per student. A 50% deposit is due upon sign up. The remaining balance is due on December 10th. The program runs from August 2009 to May 2010. Space is limited. Enrollment ends on August 28, 2009. Please call 843-679-5353 ext. 314 for registration assistance.

Modules covered in the Biology track include the following:
Microscopy; Diffusion, Osmosis, & Enzymes; Cell Bio and DNA extraction; Genetics; Ecology, Dissection I, II, & III; pH activity; Plants and Flower Anatomy; and Bird Embryology and Identification.

Modules covered in the Chemistry track include the following:
Conservation of Energy; Conductivity; Changes in Matter; Molecules & Reactants; Charges & Polar Bonding; Acids and Bases; Temperature, Solubility, Endo & Exothermic Reactions; Stoichiometry; Reaction Rates and Catalysts; and Le Chatlier’s Principal.

Interested? Book your Homeschool Science Academy experience by selecting Book Now by the workshop(s) of your choice or call 843-679-5353 ext. 313 for assistance.

Schedule:

March 5th and 19th: Bubble-ology
K-3
Bubbleology
Bubbles, Bubbles everywhere! Come and learn all about bubbles. Try your hand at creating your own bubble wand, test out our crazy bubble making contraptions and even take a step inside of a giant bubble.

4-8
Physics of Bubbles
Explore topics such as surface tension, surface area, and evaporation using bubbles. Learn how to conduct a proper science experiment as we explore what makes the best bubble solution.

K-8
Bubblemania
Bubbles inspire wonder in people of all ages. In this show we’ll explore the science of water, detergent, and the bubbles they form. While making some big beautiful bubbles, we’ll cover science concepts such as surface tension, minimum-surface-area geometry, elasticity, and more.

April 2nd and 16th:Archaeology Book Now
Can You Dig It
Become an archaeologist for a day as we “unearth” the mysteries of a lost city! Learn what it takes to be an archaeologist and participate in a dig.

May 7th and 21st: Physical Fitness Month-Let’s Get Physical
Book Now
K-3
Circulatory
Get your blood pumping with science! Learn about how your circulatory system works. Listen to your heartbeat using real stethoscopes and observe blood cells under the microscope.

4-8
Circulatory System 101
Take a trip through the body’s transport system! Students will learn the organs that comprise the circulatory system and how it cooperates with other organ systems. They will explore the parts and function of the heart and learn about cardiovascular diseases. Students will also view actual blood cells under a microscope and learn how to take blood pressure.

K-8
Sports Show
Calling all sports fans! Ever wonder how a curve ball curves? What makes a basketball bounce? What is the sweet spot on a baseball bat and why is it so important? Learn all this and more as we explore the physics behind sports.