STEM & Technology

This beginner-friendly course covers the fundamentals of analog photography. Students will learn the basics of the exposure triangle and how the three exposure variables work together to create a balanced photo. The class will also introduce basic composition techniques and different film types, helping you capture compelling images from your very first roll.

Get hands-on experience in a traditional black-and-white darkroom. This course will demystify the magic of film processing as you learn how film captures an image and how to load and develop black-and-white negatives. You'll then use an enlarger to transfer photos from film to print revealing the magical image captured.

This hands-on course is for beginners who want to move beyond their camera's automatic settings. You'll learn to master the "exposure triangle"—the creative relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—to take control of your images. The class also covers fundamental composition techniques, basic lighting, and an introduction to photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom.

This introductory course teaches the essentials of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for absolute beginners. Using software like TinkerCAD, you will learn the core concepts and techniques for creating precise, technical 2D drawings. The curriculum covers navigating the user interface, basic drawing and editing commands, applying drafting standards for layers and dimensions, and preparing projects for plotting and printing.

In this fun, hands-on class, young engineers will learn the basics of electricity and how to build simple circuits. Using safe, kid-friendly tools and kits, students will explore concepts like voltage, current, and resistance by creating light-up gadgets, buzzers, and more. They will discover how to connect components, understand the role of conductors and insulators, and troubleshoot their own creations.

Introduction to robotics fundamentals including basic programming, sensor integration, and mechanical design. Students will build and program simple robots while learning core engineering principles and problem-solving skills.

Advanced robotics course building on previous experience with electronics or robotics. Students will work on complex projects involving advanced programming, multiple sensors, and sophisticated mechanical designs.

This two-semester course provides a foundation in chemical concepts and principles that will instill in students an appreciation for the vital part chemistry plays in daily life. Topics include chemical reactions, atomic structure, periodic table, molecular geometry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, electrochemistry, and introduction to organic and polymer chemistry.

Comprehensive study of living organisms and life processes. Students will explore cellular biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and human anatomy and physiology through hands-on laboratory experiences and scientific inquiry.