MCC STEM Lab Homeschool Club
Please Join us at the Consumers Energy STEM Lab for exciting hands-on STEAM activities! Come learn about STEAM in a fun and engaging way! Learn how to apply the engineering design process while building and programming robots, completing engineering challenges, exploring the Fab Lab, and so much more STEAM fun!
STEM Lab Homeschool Club Information:
- All classes will be held on Tuesdays:
- 9:00am- 10:15am Ages 5-8 (Grades K-2)
- 10:30am- 12:00 pm Ages 9-11 (Grades 3-5)
- 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Ages 12+ (Grades 6-12)
- Cost: $10 per class, some classes may have a consumable cost for use of the Fab Lab that should not exceed $10
- Class Cancelation: In the event of inclement weather or illness, class may be cancelled. Families will be reimbursed $10 for the canceled class.
- Each month will have a theme!
- Families must register and commit to a full month of classes.
- All classes will be held at: MCC Sturrus Technology Center, Consumers Energy STEM Lab, 388 W Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
- Please contact Jessica Sisco with any questions at (231) 777-0629 or jessica.sisco@muskegoncc.edu
February (and 1 week in January) Theme: Remarkable Robotics
Class Description: Robotics is a fast-growing field of study that involves coding and STEM learning. Explore technology from behind the scenes and learn how to code. Students will learn the basic concepts of coding and have the opportunity to explore a variety of robots. Teamwork, creativity, and problem solving will be areas of focus throughout the month.
Class Dates: January 28th, February 4th, 11th, & 25th (No Class February 18th)
- 9:00am- 10:15am Ages 5-8 (Grades K-2)
- 10:30am- 12:00 pm Ages 9-11 (Grades 3-5)
- 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Ages 12+ (Grades 6-12)
Cost for Class: $40
February Class Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/nLSn0pmnUH
March Theme: 3D Printing with Tinkercad
Class Description: Students of all ages are amazed by what can be made with a 3D printer! This month, students will learn how to use a 3D printer and how to design their own 3D projects. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D design tool that allows users to create their own digital designs that can be 3D printed. Students will bring home a 3D designed project at the conclusion of the class.
Class Dates: March 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th
- 9:00am- 10:15am Ages 5-8 (Grades K-2)
- 10:30am- 12:00 pm Ages 9-11 (Grades 3-5)
- 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Ages 12+ (Grades 6-12)
Cost for Class: $40 + $10 Materials Cost = $50 Total
March Class Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/Tudn50PRSV
April Theme: Earth Science
Class Description: Spring is in full swing, and the Earth is coming back to life! Let’s learn about how we can protect our Earth and keep it beautiful. We will be learning about environmental issues that our planet faces and how we can be good stewards of the Earth! Lessons will focus on environmental wellness and renewable energy.
Class Dates: April 1st, 15th, 22nd, & 29th (No Class the 8th)
- 9:00am- 10:15am Ages 5-8 (Grades K-2)
- 10:30am- 12:00 pm Ages 9-11 (Grades 3-5)
- 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Ages 12+ (Grades 6-12)
Cost for Class: $40
April Class Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/wjD1vTpfnJ
May Theme: Maker Space
Class Description: Imagine, Design, Create, Repeat!! This month the STEM Lab will become a creative maker space. Students have been working hard throughout the school year and learning so much! It’s their turn to take what they have learned and apply it! If necessary, students will be provided with inspiration to help them come up with ideas. I am so excited to see the amazing creations the kids design and produce.
Class Dates: May 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th
- 9:00am- 10:15am Ages 5-8 (Grades K-2)
- 10:30am- 12:00 pm Ages 9-11 (Grades 3-5)
- 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Ages 12+ (Grades 6-12)
Cost for Class: $40