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 May 2010!
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.
February 15, 2010: Going to Extremes
Explore chemical reactions and why some reactions feel hot or cold. How can we use the science behind chemical reactions to help us survive in extreme temperatures?
March 15, 2010: Builder's Workshop
Students investigate building materials and how earthquakes influence building design in California.
May 10, 2010: Eco-Trek
Take a look at ecosystems around the world! See how different plants and animals adapt to different environments and perform the same jobs to keep the various ecosystems in balance.
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.
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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