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*If you have Credit with Aurora Skills, please email Dawn Young dawn@auroraskills.com before registering for this class. Fall 2021 - Thursdays Sept - 23,30 Oct - 7,14,21,28 Nov - 4,18 Dec - 2,9,16,23 Jan - 6,12,20,27 Grades K-2 This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more. -
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*If you have Credit with Aurora Skills, please email Dawn Young dawn@auroraskills.com before registering for this class. Grades 3 - 5 Fall 2021 - Mondays Sept - 13,20,27 Oct - 4,18,25 Nov - 1,8,15,22,29 Dec - 6,13,20 Jan - 3,10,24,31Foundational Engineering: Machines & Contraptions
Does your little learner love to tinker and create new things, or are they the kind of learner who likes to break things apart to see what’s inside? If so, they’re going to love Snapology’s Foundational Engineering: Machines and Contraptions program! This program gives your student the tools they need to understand mechanical movement and the importance of simple machines. They will see these moving parts up-close as they follow instructions to build various machines and contraptions, then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and even play games with their partners and classmates. Whether they are the creative-constructive type or prefer the inquisitive-deconstructive way of learning, this program is sure to spark their engineering interests! What the Students Will LearnSimple Machines, Complex Machines, and Physics By following our building instructions and examining the models that are made, your child will learn how to design simple and complex machines and use things like gears, pulleys, wheels & axles, lever, and cranks to build their own models. They will learn how different configurations of these parts can create unique movement guided by laws of physics and will be encouraged to experiment with their builds to create new design possibilities.
Building Strong Structures and Problem Solving There are five fundamental elements to storytelling - characters, setting, plot, conflict, and resolution – and your students will learn and master them all when creating their own story! Our program focuses on the importance of movie planning, basic storyboarding, and execution of these plans, which will encourage better storytelling in and out of the classroom! Teamwork/Partner Skills Small groups and peer partners are key components of Snapology’s classroom approach. We emphasize positive teamwork skills in our programs and constantly work to develop healthy, respectful collaborations between students. Through group planning, sharing of materials, and fun partner experiences, students become more cognizant of how to interact with their peers in a respectful and productive way. -
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*Please complete the Fall 2022 Registration Form here BEFORE registering. This form ONLY collects your information and proof of vaccination. To purchase and register for classes, please follow the prompts to check out. Grades 2nd - 5th Fall 2022 – Fridays Sept. 16, 23, 30 Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov. 4, 18 Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 This course introduces students to building and design principles in Minecraft Education Edition. Students will grow their design skills through exciting activities like building sculpture gardens and creating a campsite. Then we will dive into building virtual worlds both individually and as a group, and will tap into students’ creativity to ultimately design a town together. The oldest students will learn how to use Minecraft’s block-based programming language. Students will embark on missions and will learn coding skills such as conditionals, variables, and more! -
Out of stock *Please click here to complete the Spring 2022 Registration Form Grades K-5 Spring 2022 Dates: Feb. 8, 15 Mar. – 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Apr. – 5, 12, 26 May – 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June – 14 This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more.
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Grades 3-5 This class will focus specifically on performance techniques. Students will learn how to be present and work on intention and storytelling as well as improv, ensemble acting and scripted acting. Children will also receive vocal lessons in this class which will focus on vocal strength, flexibly and styles. The children will act out several short stories and plays each week as they hone their craft and bill on strengths. - Students will go through the entire process from auditions to performance. They will learn all the in and outs of theater and productions. Wednesdays Sept - 15,22,29 Oct - 6,13,20,27 Nov - 3,10,17 Dec - 1,8,15,22 Jan - 5,12,19,26 -
Mondays Grades K - 4 Spring 2025 Dates: Feb. 3, 10, 24 Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24 April. 7, 21, 28 May. 5, 12, 19 June. 2, 9, 16 Ocean Explorers: Journey to Becoming a Marine Biologist is a course designed to expose students to the profession of marine biology. Students will complete experiments and projects to gain an understanding of the ocean and its many inhabitants. Students will conduct an in-depth analysis of a sea turtle, learning details about different types of sea turtles and will even adopt their very own plush sea turtle. As a class, students will work together to rescue, rehabilitate and release a Leatherback sea turtle. The young Marine Biologist will enjoy under water experiments each week as they learn and explore. The class culminates with the sea turtle release as the students graduate and become Junior Marine Biologists. Fee Transparency For transparency, Aurora Skills has elected to provide a breakdown of class/program fees to show the split between the program base cost and the PS6 School administrative costs. The administrative cost is not a new cost; it has always been there baked into the overall program cost. We are now happy share with our community the breakdown in the interest of transparency. Program base cost The base cost for the Marine Biologist program is $835 per student per semester. PS6 Afterschool administrative fee PS6 Afterschool programs also require access to the PS6 building, facilities, security, and custodianship; nursing coverage until 4PM; and ongoing facilitation and coordination across functions easily seen (like late pick-up on days when you need it) and back-office, no-spotlight work (like paying out city permits). PS6 Afterschool Administrative fee (includes nursing, permits, and coordination is - $160 per child per semester. In view of the above, the total cost per child per semester is: (a) Marine Biologist base cost - $835.00 (b) PS6 Administrative fee - $160.00 Total - $995.00 Refund Policy Aurora Skills may issue pro-rated refunds upon request, minus the cost of any classes that took place before the refund request. Refund requests must be submitted by September 20, 2025. Refunds will incur deductions for the cost of the classes that occurred prior to the request, plus a 4% bank processing fee of the total amount for the class in which the refund was requested. -
*Please complete the Fall 2022 Registration Form here BEFORE registering. This form ONLY collects your information and proof of vaccination. To purchase and register for classes, please the prompts to check out. Grades 1st - 5th Fall 2022 – Mondays Sept. 12, 19 Oct. 3, 17, 24, 31 Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec. 5, 12, 19 Jan. 9, 23 This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more.
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*Please complete the Fall 2022 Registration Form here BEFORE registering. This form ONLY collects your information and proof of vaccination. To purchase and register for classes, please follow the prompts to check out. All Grades Fall 2022 - Mondays Sept. 12, 19 Oct. 3, 17, 24, 31 Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec. 5, 12, 19 Jan. 9, 233D printing is a process for making a physical object from a three-dimensional digital model by laying down many successive thin layers of a material. It brings a digital object into its physical form by adding layer by layer of materials. In this class, we will use various design platforms to create digital models that we can then print using a 3D printer. Following a design process, students will imagine, plan, and create 3D models out of plastic filament. Students will work in small groups and individually to create a Diorama of their choice to show off their creations. -
All Grades Fridays Sept - 15,22,29 Oct - 6,13,20,27 Nov - 3,10,17 Dec - 1,8,15,27 Jan - 5,12,19,26 Do you want to get together with other learners and play board games? Have you been curious about some board games and wanted to try new ones? This is a fun and relaxing class filled with thinking and strategy-based games. Our learners will team up in groups and push each other to think and embrace challenges. Students will also play against the instructors with old classic and new board games. GAME ON! *Please complete the Registration Form here BEFORE registering. This form ONLY collects your information. To purchase and register for classes, please follow the prompts to check out. -
*Please click here to complete the Spring 2022 Registration Form Two Courses in one - double the fun! Spring 2022 Dates: Feb. – 2, 9, 16 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Apr. 6, 13, 27 May – 4, 11, 18, 25 June – 1, 8, 15 Kids love to dress up and play doctor! At Little Medical School®, we encourage children as they explore the exciting and inspiring world of medicine. Using role-playing, interactive demonstrations, crafts, and games, kids learn how the body and organs work, how to use instruments that real doctors use, administer first aid, and more! -
Out of stock *Please click here to complete the Spring 2022 Registration Form Grades K - 2 Spring 2022 Dates: Feb. 8, 15 Mar. – 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Apr. – 5, 12, 26 May – 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June – 14 This class will focus specifically on performance techniques. Students will learn how to be present and work on intention and storytelling as well as improv, ensemble acting and scripted acting. Children will also receive vocal lessons in this class which will focus on vocal strength, flexibly and styles. The children will act out several short stories and plays each week as they hone their craft and bill on strengths. - Students will go through the entire process from auditions to performance. They will learn all the in and outs of theater and productions.
