Oct. 27, Nov. 3, and Nov. 10, 2018 9:00 2:00 pm

[Pages:2]Oct. 27, Nov. 3, and Nov. 10, 2018 9:00--2:00 pm

Calling all 4th and 5th graders!

Come explore STEM subjects during our Discoverers Program for 3 consecutive Saturdays and discover how science, technology, engineering, and math fit into the world around you. The Discoverers Program has lots to offer through inquiry-based, hands-on, minds-on problem solving activities, field -based experiences, guest speakers and design and build stations.

Block by Block (Minecraft?)

The world of Minecraft is a fun & exciting place to learn and explore. Experience the world of Minecraft as an engineer as you manipulate the constantly changing Minecraft? environment. Develop survival strategies by making your own shelter and tools, then share with classmates as your creativity and imagination lead you to your own unique product.

Coding with Creativity

Are you curious about the world of coding and animation? Would you like to create an interactive world that can be controlled by everyday objects? Using creativity and Scratch? programming you will design and code your very own interactive game. The game play doesn't have to stop when you leave class because you take your programs with you!

Crime Scene Chemistry

You will become a Super Sleuth as a Junior Chemist! Discover the methods chemists use to solve crime mysteries. You will learn about chromatography, fingerprinting, and how chemicals interact with one another to reveal clues. Use these scientific techniques to identify the culprit!

Engineering On the Go

What makes cars go fast and boats float? What are magnetic levitating trains? Explore the different types of transportation that makes the world move. Have fun discovering why hot air balloons fly and what makes a rocket soar. Design, build, and test your very own vehicles. The sky is the limit for imagination and adventure!

Exploring the James

See the James River through a whole new lens! Field trips in and around the river allow you to seek and find a variety of critters living in and around the ecosystem of the longest river in a single state. Test the water quality from different spots, then see how water is cleaned in an effort to protect the river. Create your own mini ecosystem to bring it all together. Mud and wetness included!

Hacks, Gadgets, & Experiments:

Electricity and Magnetism Have you ever felt a shock when touching a metal doorknob or had your hair stand straight up? Explore the power of electricity and magnetism through hands-on experiments and challenges. Construct a simple electric motor from wires, a dry cell and a magnet. Discover alternate sources of energy and design your own working solar car to take home.

Odd Pets

Discover the mystery and adventure that odd pets bring as you explore the world of fish, frogs, spiders, reptiles, and other creepy crawlies. Study their habitats and learn their unique adaptations through hands-on investigations and field trips. At the end of class, take your very own odd pet home with you!

The Sky's the Limit

Have you ever thought about being a Meteorologist and seeing yourself on television? Step into the Weather Emergency Operation Center as we explore the unpredictable science of weather. Build instruments and conduct exciting experiments to better understand and make predictions about daily weather conditions. As a junior meteorologist, use what you learn to create your own broadcast!

More information at , see reverse side for program details & registration details.

Discoverers 4-5 Program Details

Students in grades 4 and 5 currently enrolled in the MSiC consortium* public school divisions are eligible to participate (*Colonial Heights, Hanover, Henrico, King William, Petersburg, and Richmond).

Dates:

Time: Cost:

3 consecutive Saturdays, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, and Nov. 10, 2018. Students are expected to attend every Saturday.

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

$45 for materials (due at time of registration)

Students will have a 25 minute lunch break. Students must bring their own lunch as well as a snack and drink.

Bus transportation will be provided for students by most school divisions at designated locations. Check our website for the bus pick-up schedule, locations, and times.

Bus Pick-up Locations

Colonial Heights Colonial Heights HS

Henrico Brookland MS Colonial Trail ES Fairfield MS Hungary Creek MS Moody MS Pocahontas MS Quioccasin MS Rolfe MS Tuckahoe MS Wilder MS

King William King William HS

Petersburg Cool Spring ES Blandford Academy Pleasants Lane ES

Richmond Albert Hill MS Binford MS Boushall MS Elkhardt Thompson MS Franklin Military

@Minnis Middle

Henderson MS Lucille Brown MS M.L.K Middle

How to Register

By credit/debit card online at By check/money order: mail in the registration form below with payment to: MathScience Innovation Center,

Attn: Saturday/Summer Registration, 2401 Hartman St., Richmond, VA 23223. Registration will be continuously accepted until a class is filled.

Check our website for other MSiC programs available for students K-12 throughout the year, including Little Innovators programs for K-3, Let's Innovate for grades 6-12, and Camp Innovation for all ages during the summer. For more information please contact the MathScience Innovation Center at (804) 343-6525

Online registration available at

Registration Form: Discoverers 4-5

Oct. 27, Nov. 3, & Nov. 10, 2018

Student First Name: ____________________________________ Last Name: ________________________________ Gender: _______________

School Division: ______________________________ School: ________________________________________

Grade (circle) 4 5

Student Allergies: _________________________________ Activity Restrictions/Special Needs: _________________________________________

School Bus Pick-up (if applicable): ____________________________________

First Choice: Course Name: ________________________________ Second Choice: Course Name: ___________________________________

Parent/Guardian First Name: ______________________________ Last Name: ______________________________________________________

Parent Email: __________________________________ Yes. Send notifications by email.

Phone: ___________________________ Emergency Phone: ______________________ Home Address: _____________________________________________________________ City: _________________________________ State: __________ Zip _________________

Permit student photos/video YES NO MSiC records photographs and video of all campus events to promote our educational services. You or your child's image may appear in printed or online advertising. Student identity is not published.

We will adhere to the MSiC Network Use Policy

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