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MAKER YOUTHHomeschool Making & Engineering I (Ages 8-11)

Make machines, electrical circuits, custom games and more as you learn how to combine art with engineering to explore and create amazing things during this series. Students will go through the entire design process from idea to sketch, to first draft and end result; focusing on iterative design and process over product. This class is designed to supplement your homeschool curriculum and let you explore art, making, science and engineering in a hands-on way.


Thursdays January 18 - April 4, 10am-12pm- REGISTER HERE




ART BOTSHomeschool Making & Engineering II (Ages 12-17)

Focusing on design and digital fabrication, this 11 week series will teach students the basics of 2d and 3d design as well as introduce them to 3d printing and laser cutting. Other skills learned during this class will include wiring basic electrical circuits and using hand tools. This class is designed to supplement your homeschool curriculum and let you explore art, making, science and engineering in a hands-on way. Participants will need to bring their own laptop for the class; email [email protected] with questions. 

Thursdays January 18 - April 4, 1pm-3pm- REGISTER HERE

catapult made from popsicle sticks and a spoon
Homeschool Making & Engineering Winter Project (Ages 8-15)

NEW! Make your own candy catapult during this special making and engineering series. Students will explore physics, fabrication and iterative design skills all while working to launch their candy the farthest. All supplies, and candy included.


Thursdays November 30 - December 14, 10am-12pm- REGISTER HERE

EGG DROP EXPERIMENTHomeschool Making & Engineering Spring Project (Ages 8-15)

New! Experiment with materials to create a safe enclosure for your egg to drop, zoom and fly in during this special 
making and engineering series. Students will explore physics, fabrication and iterative design skills all while 
working to keep their egg safe. All supplies included.

Thursdays April 18 - May 2, 10am-11:30am- REGISTER HERE
Thursdays April 18 - May 2, 1pm-3pm- REGISTER HERE

To inquire about Fine Arts & Makerspace programming, please email Fine Arts Coordinator, Ryan Bell.

All Fine Arts programs follow the Fine & Performing Arts Refund policy found HERE. 

Fine Arts program Inclement Weather policy can be found HERE. 

Did you know that JCPRD provides scholarships for programs? Find more info & apply HERE.