Hopkins Community Education

Join Science Explorers as we discover the fascinating world of chemistry! You will experiment with mixtures that are sloppy, slimy, foamy and more while investigating the difference between chemical and physical reactions. Please dress for a mess in our fun, "hands-in" STEM class.

Learn the ins and outs of producing your own podcast. Explore ideas, make a script map, and more. We will also go over refining your audio using Audacity. Edit your video, add transitions, insert a soundtrack. Then share your finished video with the world. Home Technical Requirements For All Classes: Cell Phone video camera or external webcam Wondershare Filmora (free version) Audacity free software download Computer: PC (Windows 7 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones WILL NOT Work Internet: Broadband internet Webcam Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse and keyboard.

Mind-blowing myths or science facts? Join Science Explorers as we confirm or bust strange myths and wacky urban legends. We will ask the crazy questions, develop hypotheses, then we may smash it, crash it or launch it to determine if the myth is confirmed, plausible or busted. Note: M & M's (non-peanut variety) and Pop Rocks may be consumed. Hopkins Community Education is excited to provide a pick your price payment option for before and after school programming. Our hope is to provide access to high quality enrichment classes for all Hopkins students. Contact us for more information or to donate more.

Calling new and returning students! The Engineering For Kids Jr STEM Club brings fun, hands-on lessons every week to introduce engineering concepts at a young age. For each lesson, students focus on developing 21st Century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork. These life skills give students the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed in almost anything! Sign up for one or all sessions! Session 1: Aerospace Engineering: Rocket, Mechanical Engineering Mini-Golf Maze, Acoustic Engineering: Let's Drum, & Industrial Engineering Fossils Session 2: Civil Engineering Water Tower, Aerospace Engineering: Glider, Electrical Engineering Light Up Bug, & Industrial Engineering Levers: Bug Catcher Session 3: Marine Engineering: Does Your Boat Float, Civil Engineering Goldilocks' Bed, Chemical Engineering Fluffy Slime, & Mechanical Engineering Ferris Wheel Hopkins Community Education is excited to provide a pick your price payment option for before and after school programming. Our hope is to provide access to high quality enrichment classes for all Hopkins students. Contact us for more information or to donate more.

Join in on the math games mania! Just as in the English language there exist multiple phrases to express the same concept, a mathematical problem can be approached in numerous ways. Numerical fluency is having the mathematical understanding to find the most efficient way of expressing, and then solving, a problem. Each student will also be assessed to be able to receive personalized learning.

Step into our Candy Lab and explore science through sweet experiments! From candy chemistry to edible art, every activity uses candy to teach cool scientific concepts. Mix, melt, and marvel at how sweets can be both delicious and educational! Hopkins Community Education is excited to provide a pick your price payment option for before and after school programming. Our hope is to provide access to high quality enrichment classes for all Hopkins students. Contact us for more information or to donate more.

Build a computer bot to compete against other coders! Whether you're new or experienced, this is the perfect way to explore competitive coding. No previous coding experience is necessary. The Code Championship Series is four online tournaments hosted on Google Meet. If you have a modern browser, no download is required. Players must be able to navigate the internet. The Google Meet link will be emailed two days before the tournament. The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament.

Students can stimulate their creativity by designing and building epic, solar-powered robots from easy-to-assemble parts. In addition, students will build solar powered cranes, lift bridges, and many other designs. Let your engineers explore the world of solar energy while learning how to problem solve and stretch the imagination. Hopkins Community Education is excited to provide a pick your price payment option for before and after school programming. Our hope is to provide access to high quality enrichment classes for all Hopkins students. Contact us for more information or to donate more.

Chess Tournaments are a fun way for students of all ages to learn and improve their chess level! Chess tournaments are the next arena were young chess players can test their skills. They are not only competitions, but social events as well. Children will meet peers with a similar love for the game. This tournament is open to ALL K-12 Minnesota chess players. - Players grouped by rating/age/experience level - Pizza and beverages will be provided! - Every participant will receive a chess award Registration will be available at the door for $49.

Mathnasium of Minnetonka is excited to offer a math assessment for all students. Whether you are an advanced student who wants to stay sharp or a struggling student who needs extra help, our assessment is designed to meet your needs. Our team of experienced educators will work with you to identify your strengths and weaknesses, and develop a customized plan to help you succeed. This class will be held at Mathnasium: 4785 County Road 101, Minnetonka MN 55345.