April School Vacation
Day Program Special
A one-day program for individual participants to engage in a space mission simulation in the Challenger Learning Center! Participants are immersed in a simulated space environment where they manipulate equipment, conduct experiments, solve problems, and work together in real-world STEM contexts. The mission simulation is complemented by Earth Day themed programming via a full-dome film in the FSU planetarium and hands-on science activities.
APRIL VACATION PROGRAM
Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022
Time: 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Age Group: Children in grades 6-8
Cost: $35 per participant
Cost: $35 per participant.
First, click on the “Registration” button on this page. Next, locate the date/time and name of this program from the list and click on its corresponding button.
PROGRAM BEING OFFERED
Earth Odyssey
Simulated Space Mission
A recent coronal mass ejection has destroyed a vital space satellite responsible for gathering key Earth science information. Working together, the teams at Mission Control and another aboard the Space Station must build a new micro satellite to replace the one lost. However, traveling into orbit during this time of increased solar activity poses risks of its own!
Habitat Earth
Full-Dome Planetarium Film
Plunge below the ocean’s surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in deep ocean ecosystems; dig beneath the forest floor to see how Earth’s tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive; and soar to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks.
With stunning visualizations of both biological and human-built networks (and of how they intersect), the film takes participants on an incredible, immersive journey through the interconnectedness of life on Earth!
Habitat Earth will be complemented by hands-on science activities.
SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY OF PROGRAM
Drop off: 12:40pm - 12:55pm
Activities: 1:00pm - 4:30pm with a break around 2:45pm
Pick up: 4:30pm - 4:45pm
[NOTE: if pick up will be later than 4:45pm, call: 508-626-4050]
The McAuliffe Center is located at the rear of O’Connor Hall on the campus of Framingham State University. Entering 7 Maynard Road, Framingham MA, 01702 into most GPS apps will bring you directly to the entrance into the O’Connor Hall parking lot. You may drop off and pick up children directly in front of the McAuliffe Center entrance.
Parents/guardians, if you intend to stay on campus after drop-off and while your participant is doing the program, please get a parking pass from Campus Police.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To guarantee full enjoyment of the program, participants are encouraged to arrive between 12:40pm - 12:55pm at the latest. [NOTE: should you need to drop off ahead of time, call: 508-626-4050]
This program, though highly entertaining, is designed to deliver a STEM learning experience that requires participants to actively engage in a wide range of tasks in a timely fashion.
The program does not include lunch. Please, make sure the participant has eaten lunch prior to arrival.
The McAuliffe Center will not provide food but will designate a break for participants to eat their own snacks. Please refrain from bringing snacks that contain peanuts.
Participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle. Water can be filled/refilled at the Center.
Questions? Contact: Suzanne Wright at swright4@framingham.edu
Cost: $35 per participant.
First, click on the “Registration” button on this page. Next, locate the date/time and name of this program from the list and click on its corresponding button.