North Carolina's Education Guide

After School Activities

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  Arts+

  Charlotte

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  At Arts+, we provide outstanding arts education to students of all backgrounds and ages.

     We help students tap into their artistic potential, plus access the many other irreplaceable benefits of an arts education. Our students carry what they learn throughout their lives, using the skills they develop to create a more vibrant world around them.

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Durham/Chapel Hill

  Durham

  Bricks 4 Kidz - Durham/Chapel Hill

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  Bricks 4 Kidz classes and camps build on the universal popularity of LEGO Bricks to deliver high quality, educational play. Every session is a fun, enriching experience for your child, using the classic bricks loved by generations of children. Children will enjoy using LEGO Bricks to build specially-designed models, play games and explore the world of engineering. We offer After-School Workshops, Summer Camps, Birthday Parties and Pre-School Classes.

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Fayetteville

  Fayetteville

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Fayetteville

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  Bricks 4 Kidz classes provide an extraordinary atmosphere for children, where we learn, we build, we play... with LEGO Bricks. Programs are built around our proprietary model plans, designed by engineers and architects, with exciting themes such as space, construction, and amusement parks. Our specially designed project kits and theme-based models provide the building blocks for the Bricks 4 Kidz approach to educational play. At Bricks 4 Kidz, we believe that kids learn best through activities that engage their curiosity and creativity. Visit us online to learn all about our Brick-tastic Programs: Workshops, Camps, Kidz/Family Night Out, Birthday Parties, Open Play and Robotics. (less) ... Read more

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Greenville

  Bricks 4 Kidz - Greenville

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  Afterschool Enrichment, Summer Camps, Birthday Parties, In School Workshops and More! For years children have been fascinated with LEGO bricks and now your child can learn while they play. Our programs provide an exciting atmosphere for students to build unique creations, play games, and have loads of fun using LEGO bricks. The activities are designed to trigger young children's lively imaginations and build their self-confidence. Children work with exciting themes such as simple machines, outer space, amusement parks, and more. At Bricks 4 Kidz we are focused on introducing children to principles of science, technology, engineering, architecture, and math. Through the use of lab-focused exercises utilizing LEGO bricks the children have the ability to learn, create, and explore. Our programs provide an exciting atmosphere for the students to build models created by Bricks 4 Kidz, experiment with their own innovations, play games, and have loads of fun. As you explore our website you'll find more information about the types of programs that we offer. However, if you don't see what you are looking for please feel free to contact us and we will do our best to customize a program to fit your needs. (less) ... Read more

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - North Charlotte

  Harrisburg

  Bricks 4 Kidz - North Charlotte

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  The Bricks 4 Kidz program provides a fun and exciting, hands-on approach to learning through the use of LEGO bricks. Your child's imagination and creativity will soar during our unique and educational sessions. This unparalleled program incorporates one of the best-selling toys of all time, LEGO bricks, with interesting and dynamic models for students to enjoy. Children will be exposed to important Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematical concepts while helping them develop the foundation necessary to succeed in life. Bricks 4 Kidz will benefit and help children develop in many ways including: *Fine motor skills *Social Interaction *Sequencing & Organization *Teamwork and Cooperation *Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Skills *Problem Solving & Reasoning (less) ... Read more

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  Color Me Mine of Cary

  Cary

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  Color Me Mine of Cary

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  Discover your own inner artist at Color Me Mine in Cary!

     At Color Me Mine pottery painting studio we encourage painters of all ages and skill levels to explore their imagination and express it through art. Color Me Mine is committed to providing a forum for kids to express their creativity, to relax, have some fun and learn in a creative and pressure-free environment. We also cater to helping adults discover and explore talents they may not have realized they have! Most importantly, everyone gets to relax and just enjoy some quality creative time. Ask us about scheduling your special needs group! All of our materials are non-toxic and food safe.

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  Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

  Myrtle Beach

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  Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

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  A Great Way to Excite the Entire Troop! Honor meets chivalry at Medieval Times in Myrtle Beach!

     We welcome all scouting organizations. Ask us about scout appreciation days with discounted troop and leader rates, bridging and crossover ceremony packages, exclusive Merit Badge programs and shows, and collectible Knight patches! Set inside an 11th-century style castle, the two-hour action-packed tournament begins. Cheer for your knight as he competes to be named Champion of the Realm. Dine on a "hands-on" four-course feast and witness authentic jousting, sword fighting, and medieval games of skill. Watch in awe as magnificent Andalusian stallions perform the beautiful art of dressage and a rare falcon takes flight above the Grand Arena. (less) ... Read more

  SAVE BIG! Adults $42.95 & Kids $30.95 at Medieval Times

  Offer not valid in Scottsdale, AZ. Use discount code USFG at time of purchase. May not be combined with any other offer or group rate. Tax, gratuity, and applicable fees are additional. Upgr…

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  OYLA Magazine

  National

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  OYLA is a monthly print magazine for STEM learning. It offers scientific articles that the whole family can enjoy. Every issue is filled with a broad range of topics, from the latest scientific breakthroughs to centuries-old unsolved problems, to spark an interest in science and encourage creativity. (less) ... Read more

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  PARI STEM and Space Exploration Summer Camps

  Rosman, NC

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  PARI STEM and Space Exploration Summer Camps

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  Planetarium And Astronomy Live Programming PARI offers a selection of programming options focused on STEM and space sciences. Our presentation menu includes hands-on learning activities, demonstrations of STEM principles, and planetarium viewing options. Additional outdoor activities and lunch can also be arranged. Outdoor Learning And Activities PARI’s 200+ acre campus provides plenty of outdoor space for learning and fun in a natural setting. Our staff can arrange outdoor activities that supplement your trip and give students alternative ways to enjoy science and learning. • Scavenger hunts focused on science and learning • Exploration of local ora and geology • Hiking. PARI Brings The Learning To You! PARI offers off-site educational and planetarium programming to schools throughout the Southeast using our AdventureDome portable planetarium. Programming choices should be selected from the Planetarium and Astronomy Live Programming Menu. Pricing is based on location and length of visit. Choose between a half or full day of programming. You can also have more than one educator visit and have shows and activities for your students. Overnight or weekend stays for your own custom mini STEM camp PARI has lodging and dining facilities on site and can you plan a visit your students will remember forever. Add programs and activities for hands-on learning and pair them with time in our game room or a night around the campfire! Ask us about some of our special mini-camp curriculums for a unique experience. (less) ... Read more

Field Trips

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  Dollywood

  Pigeon Forge

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  Fun Field Trips at Dollywood!

     Dollywood is a 150 acre family adventure park in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Its mountain themed attractions, world class rides and award winning festivals and shows make Dollywood one of the top themed entertainment destinations in the US.

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  Kaleideum

  Winston-Salem

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  Kaleideum

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  Kaleideum in Winston-Salem offers programs correlated to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study

     and North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development at both locations: Kaleideum Downtown and Kaleideum North.

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  Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

  Myrtle Beach

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  Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

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  Watch as your lesson plans come to life in our 11th-century style castle in Myrtle Beach!

     The history of life in the Middle Ages, knights, horsemanship, and chivalry are woven into a fun, interactive 90-minute show that your students will love! Our educational shows are closed to the public to ensure a safe and secure experience. The matinee includes an educational presentation followed by a live tournament where students can cheer for their knight as he competes to be named Champion of the Realm. Dine on a "hands-on" four-course lunch and witness authentic jousting, sword fighting, and medieval games of skill. Watch in awe as magnificent Andalusian stallions perform the beautiful art of dressage and a rare falcon takes flight above the Grand Arena. Homeschoolers welcome at every show with no group minimum! Can't make the matinee? All student groups are welcome to attend our public evening and weekend shows for a discounted rate. Digital study guides and lesson plans are provided or can be downloaded from medievaltimes.com to help support your curriculum. Good Student and Chivalry awards are available to reward students in the classroom. Medieval Times also offers exciting opportunities to host performance opportunities or award ceremonies at select castles. (less) ... Read more

  SAVE BIG! Adults $42.95 & Kids $30.95 at Medieval Times

  Offer not valid in Scottsdale, AZ. Use discount code USFG at time of purchase. May not be combined with any other offer or group rate. Tax, gratuity, and applicable fees are additional. Upgr…

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  PARI STEM and Space Exploration Summer Camps

  Rosman, NC

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  PARI STEM and Space Exploration Summer Camps

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  Planetarium And Astronomy Live Programming PARI offers a selection of programming options focused on STEM and space sciences. Our presentation menu includes hands-on learning activities, demonstrations of STEM principles, and planetarium viewing options. Additional outdoor activities and lunch can also be arranged. Outdoor Learning And Activities PARI’s 200+ acre campus provides plenty of outdoor space for learning and fun in a natural setting. Our staff can arrange outdoor activities that supplement your trip and give students alternative ways to enjoy science and learning. • Scavenger hunts focused on science and learning • Exploration of local ora and geology • Hiking. PARI Brings The Learning To You! PARI offers off-site educational and planetarium programming to schools throughout the Southeast using our AdventureDome portable planetarium. Programming choices should be selected from the Planetarium and Astronomy Live Programming Menu. Pricing is based on location and length of visit. Choose between a half or full day of programming. You can also have more than one educator visit and have shows and activities for your students. Overnight or weekend stays for your own custom mini STEM camp PARI has lodging and dining facilities on site and can you plan a visit your students will remember forever. Add programs and activities for hands-on learning and pair them with time in our game room or a night around the campfire! Ask us about some of our special mini-camp curriculums for a unique experience. (less) ... Read more

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  Sinkland Farms

  Christiansburg

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  Sinkland Farms

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  Generations of Tradition For 30 years, we've spent each fall welcoming families from near and far to enjoy the simple pleasures of rural life. Sinkland's annual Pumpkin Festival brings out the best of the farm during our traditional pumpkin harvest. Hop on a wagon to visit the patch where pumpkins, gourds and squash come in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Pick your own "great" pumpkin, meet our farm dwelling friends, and enjoy fall festivities like nowhere else! To purchase tickets online: Click on the Web Site link

Schools

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  Arts+

  Charlotte

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  Arts+

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  At Arts+, we provide outstanding arts education to students of all backgrounds and ages.

     We help students tap into their artistic potential, plus access the many other irreplaceable benefits of an arts education. Our students carry what they learn throughout their lives, using the skills they develop to create a more vibrant world around them.

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  Color Me Mine of Cary

  Cary

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  Color Me Mine of Cary

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  Discover your own inner artist at Color Me Mine in Cary!

     At Color Me Mine pottery painting studio we encourage painters of all ages and skill levels to explore their imagination and express it through art. Color Me Mine is committed to providing a forum for kids to express their creativity, to relax, have some fun and learn in a creative and pressure-free environment. We also cater to helping adults discover and explore talents they may not have realized they have! Most importantly, everyone gets to relax and just enjoy some quality creative time. Ask us about scheduling your special needs group! All of our materials are non-toxic and food safe.

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  The Nest Schools

  Greensboro, Archdale, High Point

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  The Nest Schools

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  The Nest School - Greensboro, Archdale, High Point Day Camps

     Our camps offer unique activities led by experienced counselors that are centered around life lessons, exploration, and fun. WHAT MAKES NEST CAMPS UNIQUE? We incorporate non-traditional camp activities to help campers develop self-confidence, resilience, and risk management skills. We integrate activity with nature to allow campers to disconnect from electronics and connect with the great outdoors. Our camps are led by caring and trained staff who will help cultivate friendships and bring out the best in each camper. This summer, campers will be exploring the Ten Wonders of The Nest! Similar to the Wonders of the World, The Wonders of The Nest make up some of the most important characteristics of who we are and what we believe to be integral components in young children's development. Throughout our 10-week summer program campers will dive into each of the wonders through various games, activities, field trips, and special events that promote the deep exploration of each topic, promote learning and build valuable skills for life. This summer of wonders at The Nest is sure to generate a lot of fun and help children grow and thrive to be their best as they make their mark on the world! (less) ... Read more

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  The Nest Schools

  Clemmons and Winston-Salem

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  The Nest Schools

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  The Nest School - Clemmons and Winston-Salem Day Camps

     Our camps offer unique activities led by experienced counselors that are centered around life lessons, exploration, and fun. WHAT MAKES NEST CAMPS UNIQUE? We incorporate non-traditional camp activities to help campers develop self-confidence, resilience, and risk management skills. We integrate activity with nature to allow campers to disconnect from electronics and connect with the great outdoors. Our camps are led by caring and trained staff who will help cultivate friendships and bring out the best in each camper. This summer, campers will be exploring the Ten Wonders of The Nest! Similar to the Wonders of the World, The Wonders of The Nest make up some of the most important characteristics of who we are and what we believe to be integral components in young children's development. Throughout our 10-week summer program campers will dive into each of the wonders through various games, activities, field trips, and special events that promote the deep exploration of each topic, promote learning and build valuable skills for life. This summer of wonders at The Nest is sure to generate a lot of fun and help children grow and thrive to be their best as they make their mark on the world! (less) ... Read more

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  The Nest Schools

  Gastonia

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  The Nest Schools

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  The Nest School - Gastonia, NC Day Camps

     Our camps offer unique activities led by experienced counselors that are centered around life lessons, exploration, and fun. WHAT MAKES NEST CAMPS UNIQUE? We incorporate non-traditional camp activities to help campers develop self-confidence, resilience, and risk management skills. We integrate activity with nature to allow campers to disconnect from electronics and connect with the great outdoors. Our camps are led by caring and trained staff who will help cultivate friendships and bring out the best in each camper. This summer, campers will be exploring the Ten Wonders of The Nest! Similar to the Wonders of the World, The Wonders of The Nest make up some of the most important characteristics of who we are and what we believe to be integral components in young children's development. Throughout our 10-week summer program campers will dive into each of the wonders through various games, activities, field trips, and special events that promote the deep exploration of each topic, promote learning and build valuable skills for life. This summer of wonders at The Nest is sure to generate a lot of fun and help children grow and thrive to be their best as they make their mark on the world! (less) ... Read more

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  The Nest Schools

  Clayton NC

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  The Nest School - Clayton NC Camps

     Our camps offer unique activities led by experienced counselors that are centered around life lessons, exploration, and fun. WHAT MAKES NEST CAMPS UNIQUE? We incorporate non-traditional camp activities to help campers develop self-confidence, resilience, and risk management skills. We integrate activity with nature to allow campers to disconnect from electronics and connect with the great outdoors. Our camps are led by caring and trained staff who will help cultivate friendships and bring out the best in each camper. This summer, campers will be exploring the Ten Wonders of The Nest! Similar to the Wonders of the World, The Wonders of The Nest make up some of the most important characteristics of who we are and what we believe to be integral components in young children's development. Throughout our 10-week summer program campers will dive into each of the wonders through various games, activities, field trips, and special events that promote the deep exploration of each topic, promote learning and build valuable skills for life. This summer of wonders at The Nest is sure to generate a lot of fun and help children grow and thrive to be their best as they make their mark on the world! (less) ... Read more

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  Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research

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  Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research

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  We offer a variety of online workshops on molecular medicine for high-achieving high school and middle school students interested in pursuing careers in medicine or related fields, such as pharmacy, nursing or medical research. Online workshop are offered year-round, and include Medical Bioinformatics, Emerging Pathogenic Viruses, Medicinal Chemistry and Intro to Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Workshops are offered live, and are compatible with school schedules.

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  Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

  New York

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  Visit the Guggenheim From Home Since its founding, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum has maintained a belief in the transformative powers of art. In uncertain times such as these, art can provide both solace and inspiration. Although our catalytic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building is temporarily closed, we remain a virtual community committed to igniting ideas, discussion and creativity.

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  TenBound Media

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  TenBound Media

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  Chores made easy.... That's a great idea!! Kids want to be responsible; they want to have a purpose and independence, but somehow us parents made it ok for them to forget those very same values we were raised with. If there were a way to create a craving in children to do their chores, wouldn't you want to experience that for yourself? It's like a snowball that starts out as an awkward shy kid that gets nudged down the mountain. One cycle at a time getting bigger, stronger, and gaining momentum to make smart choices, and take care of themselves because they've learned just how great that feels, for themselves. We're not saying our apps are magic, but from day one the goal has been the same. Help families work together. Help kids find energy in being responsible and taking control in productive ways. They need it... The world is really complicated these days but there's nothing more precious than raising kids and having a young family. I know I personally miss those days. Kids are growing up in a time and space that we have yet to truly understand but one thing is certain, technology has a grip on every generation these days so we should learn to embrace, and how best to use it. Download the app for free. Give it a try and if you don't love it just let us know why and we'll fix it. (less) ... Read more