Discover the magic of circuits as you create a firefly drawing that really lights up! Kids will learn the basics of electricity, combine creativity with science, and bring their art to life. With hands-on experiments, they’ll explore how circuits work and practice the scientific method. This fun-filled class blends discovery, creativity, and learning to spark curiosity! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

Design and print your own toys and puzzles! Students will use TinkerCAD to create custom 3D creations like fidget spinners, maze puzzles, and more. Learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling while watching your digital designs come to life on a 3D printer. One print will be mailed home. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirements: TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class)

Painting, drawing, clay- it’s all awesome! We will experiment with many techniques, materials, and styles as we make snow globes, paint on canvas, create clay characters, and more. Come ready to have an artsy good time in this highly anticipated class!

Turn old t-shirts into fun, durable dog toys! We’ll provide materials, but feel free to bring your own old tees too (bigger is better). Make one to take home for your furry bestie and help create extras to donate to Paw Pantry for pets in need.

Create a cute one-of-a-kind crossbody bag using the popular finger knit technique. This bag is beginner-friendly and can be created with just a few simple steps. Choose from a variety of rainbow colors!

Get creative with fall fun as you thumbprint paint on a pumpkin. We will also use our creative talents to turn a paper bag into a pumpkin luminary.

This Culinary STEM class is designed for kids to learn some Biology/Chemistry concepts and cooking techniques. We will be making two edible crafts: Edible DNA and Autumn Embers Popcorn. Let's have some fun while we cook, eat, and learn about DNA, Genetics, and Popcorn Chemistry. This is a three-hour course. Lunch will be provided by the instructor.

Join us as we learn new, easy, and fun treat and snack ideas you can make at home for on the go. Perfect for your after-school munchies or for that family treat. We will be making energy bites, muffins, cookies, pizza pinwheels, and the new TikTok food craze. Come hungry and ready to roll up your sleeves to cooking fun in this class!

Get creative with fall fun as you thumbprint paint on a pumpkin.

Princeton Community Ed is committed to removing financial barriers so all students and families can access the programming we offer. This is our third year hosting a fun Family Pizza and Bingo Night to raise money for our CE Scholarship Fund to unlock Community Ed opportunities for families who have financial need. Proceeds from this event will help individuals and families enjoy our programs. This is a family-friendly event! Sign up with your family and friends, come wearing your costumes if you'd like, and take a fun photo at our selfie station! Doors open at 6:00pm for photos, food, and to get your Bingo cards. Bingo will start at 6:30pm. The $15 registration fee covers 1 slice of pizza (gluten free available), 1 beverage (bottled water, juice, or soda) and 1 Bingo card which will cover all rounds. You will be able to switch out your card between rounds if you wish. We will play a minimum of five rounds. A preschool-aged Bingo will also be available for younger kids. Prizes will be awarded to all Bingo winners! Please bring extra cash if you'd like to: Play more than one card at a time. $5/additional card (good for the whole night) Buy concessions. Items range from $1-$3. Buy raffle tickets for a chance to win larger prizes. Raffle tickets are $1/ticket. Pre-registration is required to ensure we have enough space and pizza. If you or your business are interested in donating gift cards, new toys, or other fun prizes for our fundraising event, please reach out to our Community Ed office at ce@isd477.org or 763-389-6198.

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.

Ready, aim, launch! Step into the world of ballistics and structural engineering in this high-energy, hands-on STEM workshop. In Candy Corn Catapults, students become "Siege Engineers" as they design, build, and calibrate their very own desktop launchers. The mission? To successfully navigate the physics of flight and land a "harvest" of candy corn directly into a series of bubbling cauldrons. It’s a race against gravity and a test of architectural strength!

Wouldn't it be nice to only have good insects? Let's find out how even the "bad ones" can be good.Going on adventures for insects brings out high passions, so let's allow some insect dislikes to lead us to our insect loves! Being stung can really stick with us and lead our expectations of bees and wasps. Understanding why the bad insects act the way they do can bring more of the story to our bites and stings. It may even prevent the next unfortunate encounter. One of the best things about bugs is that most play important roles in our environment. Each week we will explore a different set of insects and think about what roll they play in Minnesota. Beetles and True bugsBees ants and waspsButterflies and MothsAquatic insects

Lights, camera, action! Get ready for an epic art adventure inspired by the magic of the movies! In this action-packed class, young artists will step into the spotlight as they draw Stitch, create Toothless slime, sculpt Pudge from Lilo & Stitch, and bring other beloved characters to life. Along the way, they'll explore fun and creative techniques that make their art shine like a Hollywood blockbuster!

Are you ready to build the building blocks of life one cookie at a time? Step into our "Cytology Kitchen" for a hands-on exploration of the microscopic world. In this class, we trade microscopes for spatulas as we engineer delicious, three-dimensional models of the most important structures on Earth: The Cell. We’ll dive deep into the differences between the creatures of the animal kingdom and the wonders of the plant world. By the end of the session, you won’t just know what a cell looks like; you’ll know exactly how it’s built and what makes it "tick."

Ever wonder how a ray of sunshine can turn into a crunchy snack? Welcome to the "Green Lab," where biology meets the cutting board! In this class, we’re tracing the incredible journey of energy from the sun all the way to our dinner plates. Students will become part-botanist, part-chef as they explore the "magic" of how plants grow and why they taste so good. We’ll dig into the science of Botany to understand the anatomy of the food we eat. From the roots hidden underground to the leaves reaching for the sky, every part of a plant has a job to do—and a flavor to share!

Who knew that the secret to mastering math was hidden in a pizza box? Grab your apron and your calculator for a delicious dive into the world of circles, ratios, and delicious toppings. In this class, we’re turning the kitchen into a geometry lab to discover the "delicious" side of Pi. From calculating the perfect crust-to-sauce ratio to understanding the symmetry of a pepperoni slice, we’ll explore how numbers and shapes come together to create the world’s favorite food.

Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll design our own mini playgrounds, learn about M.C. Escher and Picasso, make our own lava lamps, and more!

In this introductory club, students will explore the engineering design process using VEX Robotics equipment! Students will work in pairs to build and design a robot that can complete different tasks. Students will be encouraged to document the engineer design process in a journal. Note the time is different for the 2 sections. Section 151 runs 6 dates from 2-3:15pm. No class 10/15, Section 152 runs 5 dates from 2-3:30pm. No class 11/19, 11/26