School and Group Programs

	School and Group Programs Bringing your students to the California Science Center is a great way to get your students excited about science. Move out of the classroom and experience the hands-on exhibits – from the shaking earthquake room to Tess, the 50-foot body simulator. Are you an educator? Make sure to check out the professional development opportunities offered at the Science Center. Learning has never been more fun! Browse below by program, or click here to see what's available for your grade. Big Lab Field Trips Make your field trip a memorable learning experience with a Big Lab program! Available for Grades K - 8, all programs are hands-on, complement California State Science Standards and facilitated by a Science Center educator. General Field Trip Information Planning on bringing a group to the Science Center? Make sure to check out this page for Frequently Asked Questions, Group Reservation and IMAX information. Home School Days Join us as we explore science in the Big Lab and adjacent classrooms. Bring your home school student for a fun day of learning at the California Science Center! Little Scientist's Lab Bring your preschool and kindergarten classes for an hour-long session in our Little Scientist's Science Lab. Science Fair The California Science Center hosts the California State Science Fair in May. Check here for more information. Science on Tour Bring the California Science Center to your school by scheduling a performance of one of our original educational programs, created to compliment the California Science Content Standards. Make sure to check out the new Desert Dome program! Scout Days Work on badge requirements in the Big Lab! Programs are available for Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts. ThinkSCIENCE! Pathways Download these printable guides to help focus your students' field trip experience.