Home School Happenings!
The California Science Center strives to provide home school students with opportunities to explore science in unique and fun ways. Home school organizations or groups with 20 or more students can contact the Reservations department at 213-744-2019 to schedule a field trip program offered in the Big Lab. Large groups that are unable to attend the Home School Days listed below may also arrange to do similar activities on a different date.
Home School Days
Join us on Mondays throughout the year as we explore different science concepts on days set aside specifically for home school students! Each day will feature age-appropriate activities held in the Big Lab. Other activities will include hands-on demonstrations and exhibits in the California Science Center.
Now taking registration through December 2009! Registration for dates in 2010 are not being accepted at this time.
Click here for a registration form.
Dates | Registration | Frequently Asked Questions
Dates
Programming begin at 9:45 AM and ends at approximately 3:30 PM.
Please check back to view schedules for specific days.
October 19, 2009: Light and Sound
Thank you to everyone that attended the October 19th Home School Day!
November 16, 2009: Decoding the Genome
What makes you different from others around the world? Find out as we take a closer look at the human body, genetics and adaptations.
Please check back for the November 16 schedule.
Future Home School Days:
February 15, 2010
March 15, 2010
May 10, 2010
Registration
Click here for a registration form.
Cost Per Class
$25 for Non-Members
$20 for Members*
*Membership must be current at the time the class occurs. Please click here for more information on Membership.
Adults and children 4 and under will be admitted free of charge.
Registration and full payment is due one week prior to the desired program date. Registration is being accepted for the October and November 2009 dates. Registrations/payment for the 2010 dates are not being accepted at this time.
Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued. In the event that a class is cancelled by the California Science Center, we will make arrangements for your child to enroll in another class or refund your money.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages are the programs appropriate for?
For the lab activities, students will be grouped according to age. Groups will be ages 5-7, 8-9, 10-12, and 13-16.
How many students can you accommodate?
Each age level will hold approximately 25 students.
May I drop off my student?
For the lab activities, students may be dropped off. These activities will typically take place from 10 AM to 12 PM. Students will need to be picked up for the lunch break and to enter the California Science Center and IMAX theater.
Is the IMAX film provided?
Students participating in the program will be provided with admittance to a selected IMAX film. Adults will receive a coupon to purchase an IMAX ticket at a discounted rate. Students must have an adult chaperone in the IMAX theater.
Is parking included?
Unfortunately, parking is not included in the cost of the program. Parking is $8 per day. Members receive a limited number of parking vouchers. Please click here to see more information regarding becoming a member.
Is lunch provided?
No, you may either bring a lunch or purchase food at the on-site McDonald's or MegaBites Cafe.
Where is the Big Lab?
The Big Lab is located on the campus of the California Science Center, in the Wallis Annenberg Building for Science Learning and Innovation. It is about 1-2 minute walk from the main building of the Science Center, next to the Air and Space Gallery.
Do we need to bring anything?
No, all supplies for the activities will be provided.
Questions? Call (213) 744-7444 for more information, or email EducationPrograms@cscmail.org.
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