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2021  Fall/Winter Programs
VEX IQ Robotics Competition Team 
Course NO: 2005.401     Ages 10-13
Meeting Times: Saturdays 9 – 12 
Location: Spanish Community of Wallingford CT STEM Academy 284 Washington Street
Join us for another successful season of our VEX IQ robotics competition team. Let’s go to World Championships again! Students can rejoin from the previous year, but we also welcome new faces. No experience necessary. This program is high commitment and high reward. It encourages teamwork, problem solving, and leadership skills. The students will be using the VEX IQ robotics system to learn the basics of building a  robot, coding and other STEM applications.
Fee: $350 includes all meetings, t-shirt for participants and registration fees for all scrimmages and State Competition
Meeting Dates and Times
All meetings are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturdays. Meeting dates are as follows:
9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/19 
TBD: Additional practices prior to competitions, scrimmages, competitions and End of Year Meeting following State Competition
Please check the Wallingford Park and Rec website www.wallingfordrec.com and www.ctstemacademy.org for the most current information.  

Friday Night Science Fun   Ages 8-12    Time:  6:00 – 7:00 p.m.     Cost:  $15 per session
Location:    Outdoors @ Community Lake Pavilion (10/1 – 10/22)
                     Parks and Recreation STEM Room (10/29 – 12/3)
There’s nothing like some science to kick off the weekend! Friday programs will involve exciting projects for students to burn off some of that built up energy from the week. Activities will include exciting and engaging STEM labs for kids to collaborate on. If inclement weather, program will be moved to Wallingford Park and Rec STEM Room.
Course No:    2005.426   Friday, October 1 - Chemistry 
Participants will engage in a fun hands-on chemistry experiment. 
Course No:    2005.427  Friday, October 8 - Roller Coasters
Participants will envision and design a paper roller coaster.
Course No:    2005.428  Friday, October 15  - Tallest Tower Challenge
Participants will try to build the tallest tower out of household materials. 
Course No:    2005.429  Friday, October 22  - Make and Take STEM
Participants will engage in a surprise STEM engineering challenge.
Course No:    2005.430  Friday, November 5 – Water Bottle Toss Challenge
Students will test a variety of bottles by filling them with water and tossing / flipping them to determine which bottle of theirs has the highest success rate. 
Course No:    2005.431  Friday, November 12 – Fidget Spinner Challenge
Students will develop by conducting experiments on a spinning technique that they develop with a team. Participants will be looking into human error, spin speed, and will be recording and comparing spin times.
Course No:    2005.432  Friday, November 19 – Race Car Challenge
Participants will create race cars using everything from straws, peppermints and K’NEX.
Course No:    2005.433  Friday, December  3 – Basketball Hoop Challenge
Participants will create a mini-basketball game out of household materials.

Course Number 2005.407       STEM Ages 5 and 6  (NEW Topics)         Fee:    $40 
Mondays: 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8                  Time 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Our session will include high interest materials that will include science, technology, art and math!  Maximum Number will be 10 participants

Course Number 2005.107                 STEM Ages 5 and 6  (NEW Topics)    Fee:    $40 
Fridays: 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28            Time 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Our session will include high interest materials that will include science, technology, art and math!  Maximum Number will be 10 participants

Course Number 2005.112           Chemistry Creations *New Topics*       Ages 9 - 14         Fee: $25.00
Tuesdays: 2/15 and 2/22              Time: 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. 
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Explore a different side of STEM with this new program.  As junior chemists, students will study the substances that make up matter—everything that takes up space in the universe. They also study the changes that take place when substances are combined. These changes are called chemical reactions.  Participants who join will have the chance to see how the properties of substances can make for exciting projects that might include chemical testing and allergy free food chemistry and different from the Winter 2020 program.  

Course Number 2005.406              STEM Ages 7 and 8  (NEW Topics)                 Fee: $40
Mondays: 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6                 Time 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Our session will include high interest materials that will include science, technology, art and math!  Maximum Number will be 10 participants

Course Number 2005.106          STEM Ages 7 and 8 (NEW Topics)            Fee: $40
Fridays: 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4       Time 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Our session will include high interest materials that will include science, technology, art and math!  Maximum Number will be 10 participants

Course Number 2005.425                   Robotics Club (New Topics)      Ages 7 – 9      Fee: $45
Tuesdays: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14               Time: 6:00 to 7:30
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
This program is designed for participants who would like a rich introduction to robotics and are not able to make a full Saturday commitment required for our VEX IQ Robotics Team.  This program encourages critical thinking, problem solving, and communication.  Participants will be using Lego Mindstorms EV3 and VEX Robotics to learn the basics of building a robot, coding and related STEM applications.   Instructors will adjust program instruction to meet the needs of all participants.

2021 Virtual Fall/Winter Programs
Course Number 2006.414       STEAM Saturdays        Ages 8-12               Fee: $45
Saturdays: 11/6, 11/13, 1/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18             Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 
Location:  Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
There’s nothing like some science to kick off the weekend! Saturday Science programs will involve exciting projects for students to burn off some of that built up energy from the week. Activities will include exciting and engaging science labs for kids to collaborate on.

Course Number 2006.405      Exploring the Natural World (New Topics)     Ages 9-14    Fee: $38
Saturdays: 9/24, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23              Time:   10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.       No meeting on 10/9
Location: Bertini Park, West Dayton Hill Road
It’s Fall! The sun is shining and the leaves are falling! In this program, participants will get outside and learn about various plants and animals that inhabit the world around them. Participants will also collect, observe and identify plants, rocks and minerals. Come on out and see what nature has to offer!  New topics will be introduced

Course Number 2006.420            3D Printing with Blocks CAD      Ages 9 - 14             Fee: $40
Wednesdays: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4             Time 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Interested in 3D Printing?  Blocks CAD is a cloud based 3D modeling tool that encourages users to learn math, computational thinking and coding concepts through visualization and designing models to be 3D printed. Each participant will receive one 3D printed model at the end of this program.  Please make sure that your registration includes a current email address and contact phone number.  Please make sure that your registration includes a current mailing address (including town/city and zip code) so we can mail your child their 3D creation.  Maximum of 10 participants.  Program will be shared prior to the start date.

Course Number 2006.421             Block Coding (NEW Program)             Ages 8 - 14             Fee: $30
Saturdays: 10/16, 10/23, 11/6        Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Participants will code virtually using platforms such as Snap!, Code.org  and Ucode.  Using these programs, participants will create designs, control robots and more.

Course Number 2006.131            Python Coding           Ages 10 - 15               Fee: $30
Thursdays: 1/13, 1/20, 1/27          Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 
Location: Online
Python coding will provide participants with an experience of creating a project, test the project, making revisions and retesting the project. Come join us for this engaging form of coding.

                                      STEM Program Open House    (No registration required.)
Monday, September 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Parents and Children Welcome
Location: Park and Rec STEM Room

Winter Break Classes
Course Number 2005.409        Experimental Design Session          Ages 9 to 14       Fee:38
Tuesday,  December 28, 2021     9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Are you interested in being in the next generation of creators and inventors? In our experimental design program, students will investigate with engaging hands-on challenges such as creating structures, simple machines and protective equipment.

Course Number 2005.408       STEM   Ages 5 and 6           Ages 5 and 6        Fee: $30
Wednesday, December 29, 2021        Time 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
 Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.

Course Number 2005.410        Fun with Chemistry          Ages 9 to 14       Fee: $38
Wednesday, December 29, 2021             Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:  Wallingford Park and Rec STEM Room
 Calling all Junior Chemists! Participants who join will experience how different substances react with one another. Some experiments may include: making different foods like ice cream; high flying reactions like film canister rockets; or colorful creations like slime and lava lamps.

Course Number: 2005.411        STEM Explorations       Ages 9 to 14           Fee: $38
Tuesday, December 28, 2021         Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:  Wallingford Park and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Participants will be grouped based upon experience and/or age.

Course Number 2005.412          STEM Ages 7 and 8       Fee: $30
Thursday,  December 30, 2021             Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations.  Our session will include high interest materials such as Legos, K’NEX, and Botley.  Young children can learn to code with Botley in an easy and fun way.

Course Number 2005.413            Rocketry            Ages 8-13             Fee: $38
Thursday, December 30, 2021            1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Wallingford Parks and Rec STEM Room
In 3...2...1...BLAST OFF! In this STEM program, students will act as true NASA employees as they investigate various types of rockets.  Participants will have the opportunity to build small rockets from household materials that they can launch at home, eventually building up to a well-designed rocket that will be launched from our own high pressure air compressor.  Get ready to blast off with this exciting program!









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STEM Ages 5 and 6 
2005.408 		5 - 6 N/A W  12/29/2021
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
7 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Ages 7 and 8 
2005.412 		7 - 8 N/A Th  12/30/2021
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
7 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Experimental Design Session 
2005.409 		9 - 14 N/A Tu  12/28/2021
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$38.00 Res, $38.00 Non-Res
10 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Explorations 
2005.411 		9 - 14 N/A Tu  12/28/2021
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$38.00 Res, $38.00 Non-Res
9 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Fun with Chemistry 
2005.410 		9 - 14 N/A W  12/29/2021
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$38.00 Res, $38.00 Non-Res
10 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Rocketry 
2005.413 		8 - 13 N/A Th  12/30/2021
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$38.00 Res, $38.00 Non-Res
5 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Ages 7 & 8 (New Topics) 
2005.406 		7 - 8 N/A M  11/15/2021 - 12/06/2021
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
2 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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STEM Ages 7 & 8 Winter Session (New Topics) 
2005.106 		7 - 8 N/A F  02/04/2022 - 03/04/2022
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
5 seat(s) available
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec - STEM Room 13
 
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Friday Night Science Fun - Basketball Hoop Challenge 12/3 
2005.433 		8 - 12 N/A F  12/03/2021
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
10 seat(s) available
Instructor: STEM Academy Classes Location: Wallingford Park & Rec STEM Room
 
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Friday Night Science Fun - Fidget Spinner Challenge 11/12 
2005.431 		8 - 12 N/A F  11/12/2021
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
Instructor: STEM Academy Classes Location: Wallingford Park & Rec STEM Room
 
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Friday Night Science Fun - Make and Take STEM 10/22 
2005.429 		8 - 12 N/A F  10/22/2021
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community Lake Park - Pavilion 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
Instructor: STEM Academy Classes Location: Community Lake Pavilion - Outdoors
 
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Friday Night Science Fun - Race Car Challenge 11/19 
2005.432 		8 - 12 N/A F  11/19/2021
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
8 seat(s) available
Instructor: STEM Academy Classes Location: Wallingford Park & Rec STEM Room
 
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Friday Night Science Fun - Water Bottle Toss Challenge 11/5 
2005.430 		8 - 12 N/A F  11/05/2021
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
10 seat(s) available
Instructor: STEM Academy Classes Location: Wallingford Park & Rec STEM Room
 
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STEM Block Coding (New Program) 
2006.421 		8 - 14 N/A Sa  10/16/2021 - 11/06/2021
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Virtual - Zoom Email will be sent with URL and Passcode 		$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
Instructors: CT STEM Academy Staff Virtual Information will be sent prior to first class No Class: 10/31
 
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STEM Virtual 3D Printing with Blocks CAD 
2006.420 		9 - 14 N/A Sa  11/06/2021 - 12/04/2021
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Virtual - Zoom Email will be sent with URL and Passcode 		$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
11 seat(s) available
Instructors: CT STEM Academy Staff Virtual Information will be sent
 
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STEM Robotics Club Ages 7 - 9 
2005.425 		7 - 9 N/A Tu  11/16/2021 - 12/14/2021
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$45.00 Res, $45.00 Non-Res
0 seat(s) available
Location: Park & Rec Stem Room 13
 
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STEM Chemistry Creations - Winter (New Topics) 
2005.112 		9 - 14 N/A Tu  02/15/2022 - 02/22/2022
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
7 seat(s) available
Location: Park & Rec Stem Room 13
 
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STEM Ages 5 & 6 
2005.407 		5 - 6 N/A M  10/18/2021 - 11/08/2021
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
5 seat(s) available
Location: Park & Rec Stem Room 13
 
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STEM Ages 5 & 6 - Winter Session (New Topics) 
2005.107 		5 - 6 N/A F  01/07/2022 - 01/28/2022
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
David Doherty Municipal Building - Room 13 (STEM) 		$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
8 seat(s) available
Location: Park & Rec Stem Room 13
 
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STEM Virtual STEAM Saturdays 
2006.414 		8 - 12 N/A Sa  11/06/2021 - 12/18/2021
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Virtual - Zoom Email will be sent with URL and Passcode 		$45.00 Res, $45.00 Non-Res
14 seat(s) available
IInstructors: CT STEM Academy Staff - Laura Juarez Virtual Information will be sent prior to first class
 
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VEX IQ Robotics Competition Team 
2005.401 		10 - 13 N/A Sa  10/16/2021 - 03/19/2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
STEM Academy Classroom @ SCOW 		$350.00 Res, $350.00 Non-Res
4 seat(s) available
Location: CT STEM Academy (Spanish Community Center) 284 Washington St
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