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ELOP STEM Enrichment classes
September 14 - December 11, 2026

2026 Fall Semester Classes
September 14 - December 11, 2026

Get ready—our Elementary ELOP STEM classes are starting soon, and we can’t wait to see our students exploring, creating, and discovering! Here’s a full description of our classes coming up in September! 
 
Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri classes are from 3pm-5pm. Wednesday class is from 2pm-4pm.
 
All classes begin the week of September 14. Please see each class for specifics. 
K-2 Keys to Life

K-2 Keys to Life

Mondays from 3pm-5pm with Mrs. Papp in C102
 
Dive into an exploration of living things in our ecosystem, photosynthesis,  and why animals eat what they do. Students will determine the right amount of water for seeds to germinate, dissect an owl pellet, and build animal homes. 
 
Classes start Sept 14.  NO CLASS on Oct 12, Nov 17 or 24th.
3rd-5th Technology - Coding

3rd-5th Technology - Coding

Wednesdays from 2pm-4pm with Mrs. Papp in C102
 
Calling all 3rd–5th grade innovators! In this hands-on afterschool class, students will learn coding with micro:bits while designing fun projects, experimenting with technology, and solving creative challenges. No coding experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to explore! Students will build confidence in computational thinking, problem-solving, and engineering while discovering that they can make technology do amazing things. 
 
Classes start September 16.  NO CLASS on Oct 16, Nov 18 or 25 
K-2nd Earth Science

K-2nd Earth Science

Fridays from 3pm-5pm with Mrs. Papp in C102
 
Students will discover what lies beneath their feet as they explore the amazing science of our Earth! Through hands-on activities and model building, students will investigate how Earth’s surface changes due to natural and human-caused events. They’ll explore fossil layers, model earthquakes, build mountains, and design solutions to prevent erosion—all while having fun as young Earth scientists!
 
Classes start September 18.  NO CLASS on Oct 14, Nov 20 or 27 
3rd-5th Astronomy

3rd-5th Astronomy

Tuesday from 3pm-5pm with Mrs. Papp in C102
 
Our Astronomy adventure continues as we learn more about objects in deep space.  Students will explore interstellar objects such as exoplanets, black holes, nebulas, galaxies, and the life cycle of stars uncovering how these extraordinary phenomena form and shape our universe. 
 
Classes start September 15. NO CLASS on Oct 14, Nov 11, 18, or 25.
3rd-5th EMP Human Body Engineering

3rd-5th EMP Human Body Engineering

Thursdays from 3pm-5pm with Mrs. Papp in C102
 
Students will explore the human body through the lens of engineering, discovering how our body systems work together to keep us alive, moving, and healthy. Through hands-on challenges, students will investigate topics such as bones, muscles, joints, the heart, lungs, and other body systems while designing and testing models that mimic their functions. Students will use the engineering design process to solve problems inspired by the human body and learn how engineers use biology to develop medical devices and technologies.
 
 
Classes start September 15.  NO CLASS on Oct 15, Nov 19 or 26 
  
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Ritter or Mrs. Papp.
(760)946-5414 ext 276