Homeschool Classes

Welcome to the world of exciting Homeschool Classes!

We offer in-person options for K - 8th grade students on a variety of topics. Classes involve fun experiments and interactive labs designed to present a rich science experience, increase students’ critical thinking skills, engage students in active discussions and enrich the school curricula.

Maximum number of students is 18 per in-person class. Please be aware payment is due at the time you register for an event. 

Cost Per Participant: 

$20 non-member, $15 members for each class. One adult admission is included. Additional guests will be required to pay general admission to the Science Center unless they are members.

Please note: Pricing for all walk-in participants is $20 per session, membership discounts will not apply. 

Location:
Homeschool classes will be held at the building directly across the street from the Science Center. 4800 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Times:
Select Tuesdays (see above for times unless otherwise noted)

Sessions:
 

Fall 2023

12/05/2023: Simple Machines

A machine is something that takes energy and converts it into a more useful or efficient form. It sounds complicated but it doesn’t have to be. A machine can be something as simple as a wheel or a ramp. This lab will feature hands-on demonstrations and experiments using some of the most classic examples of simple machines. 

12/12/2023: A Titanic Adventure

Whatever floats your boat, we’ve got you covered! We’ll discuss what forces hold ships afloat and what forces can bring them down. To wrap it all up, we’ll build our own floating vessels to test our engineering skills. 

12/19/2023: Circuit Science

How do we control electricity? We’ll look at materials that make electricity flow as well as materials that stop the flow of electricity as we work together to build our own circuits. 

Registration for each session closes at 5pm the day before.

**Before you register** Registration is limited to four students per registration. Additional students will require a separate registration. Once your order goes through, your name is automatically added to our will-call list and you do not need to do anything else. You should receive a confirmation email with your order number.

Questions? Call (561) 832-2026 or email programs@coxsciencecenter.org