Jr. DEEP Saturdays

Program Highlights

• Enter classrooms of discovery through engaging workshops and hands-on activities that bring science, technology, and engineering concepts to life.
• Tailored for students from grades 3 to 8, Jr. DEEP Saturdays provides a diverse and inclusive learning environment, fostering collaboration and exploration among peers.
• Ignite your curiosity, cultivate critical thinking, and spark a lifelong passion for STEM fields as you engage in unforgettable experiences that pave the way for future discoveries.

Full Description

Jr. DEEP Saturdays is a dynamic crash course program designed to spark young minds' curiosity in the captivating worlds of science, technology, and engineering. This program aims to offer an immersive and interactive learning experience for students in grades 3 through 8. Get ready to dive into a realm of hands-on workshops, engaging activities, and unforgettable discoveries that will shape your understanding of these fields in remarkable ways.

Round 1 of this program spans across three Saturdays: October 26, 2024, November 2, 2024, and November 9, 2024.

Round 2 of this program spans across three Saturdays: November 16, 2024, November 23, 2024, and November 30, 2024.

Each Saturday, participants will engage in a hands-on workshop scaled and tailored to their respective grade level.

Students may register for Round 1, Round 2, or both rounds.

Dates

Saturdays
Round 1: October 26, November 2, November 9, 2024
Round 2: November 16, November 23, November 30, 2024 

Students may register for Round 1, Round 2, or both rounds.

Please note it is not possible to register for single days.

Schedule

Saturday - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Workshops

In Jr. DEEP Saturdays, students are grouped by grade level and will have the opportunity to explore a series of three workshops, rotating through all of them over the course of the three-week program.

Round 1 Workshops (October 26-November 9, 2024)

Intergalactic Biome

In this workshop, students will have the chance to design and build their own biodome, which is a controlled environment meant to support life on another planet. This activity involves learning about ecosystems, sustainable environments, and the challenges of creating habitats suitable for life in outer space.

Illuminate & Innovate

During this workshop, students will construct their very own slide projector. This activity involves exploring optics, light projection, and basic physics principles related to how light travels and interacts with surfaces. By building a slide projector, students can gain a deeper understanding of light and its properties.

Light it Up!

In this workshop, students will create an electric circuit that lights up when stepped on. This activity combines engineering and interactive design, allowing students to learn about circuits, conductivity, and basic electronics principles. Building a circuit that responds to movement adds an element of fun and creativity to the learning process.

Round 1 Disciplines: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Round 2 Workshops (November 16-November 30, 2024)

Awesome Automation

Building a mechanical arm is a hands-on way to introduce students to automation and robotics. This activity will encourage students to think about how machines can operate to perform tasks, sparking their interest in the world of robotics and mechanical engineering.

Hovercrafts & Hydrofoils

Constructing model hovercrafts allows students to explore principles of physics, aerodynamics, and fluid dynamics. It's a creative way to teach them about how air pressure and other forces work, and how they can be harnessed to create functional vehicles.

Propeller Propulsion

Building a propeller plane model introduces students to the basics of aviation and aerodynamics. They'll learn about how propellers generate thrust and how aircraft can stay in the air. This hands-on experience inspires an interest in aviation and aeronautical engineering.

Round 2 Disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science