After-School STEAM Program

STEAM After-School 2025-2026 Program 

Join us for a full school year of fun, discovery, and creativity in our STEAM After-School Program! Each day of the week is dedicated to a different area of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math—giving students ongoing opportunities to explore new skills, think critically, and engage in hands-on learning all year long.

  • Monday – Science Day: Dive into the world of experiments, discoveries, and curious questions. From simple chemical reactions to exploring the human body, Mondays are all about exploring how the world works.
  • Tuesday – Technology Day: Learn about the tech that powers our world! Students will get hands-on with beginner coding, digital challenges, and even explore exciting tools like 3D printing.
  • Wednesday – Engineering Day: Build it, test it, tweak it! Students will design and construct using everyday materials—bridges, towers, marble runs, and more—while developing their problem-solving and teamwork skills.
  • Thursday – Art Day: Unleash creativity with drawing, painting, sculpting, and mixed-media projects. Thursdays focus on imagination and expression while highlighting the “A” in STEAM.
  • Friday – Math Day: Make math meaningful with puzzles, games, patterns, and challenges. Students will strengthen their number skills through activities and math-based board games that make learning fun and collaborative.

Perfect for 1st through 4th grade, our STEAM program encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence in a supportive, engaging environment. Families can register for the full program or choose one, or more, specific day of the week based on their child’s interests—ideal for a consistent and enriching experience throughout the school year.

Registration 

We offer flexible registration options to fit your family's needs. Please review the options and costs below before completing your registration.

You may register your child in one of two ways:

1. Monday through Friday Student

  • Initial Registration Fee: $200 per child (non-refundable; $20 of this will be applied towards each month’s tuition)
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday
  • Tuition: $20 per day, calculated based on the number of program days in the month.

2. Specific Day(s) of the Week Student

  • Initial Registration Fee: $50 per child (non-refundable; $5 of this will go towards each month’s tuition)
  • Schedule: Choose specific day(s) of the week.
  • Tuition:
    • Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: $25 per day calculated based on the number of program days in the month.
    • Wednesdays : $30 per day calculated based on the number of program days in the month.


Frequently Asked Questions

📅 Program Start Date

Our After School STEAM Program for the 2025–2026 school year begins on Monday, August 18 and follows the District 186 regular school calendar. You can view the full calendar here:  2025–2026 District 186 Calendar

📝 How to Register

Families may register for:

  • The full program (Monday–Friday), or
  • Specific day(s) of the week based on your child’s interests or schedule

To register for the full program click here

To register for a specific day(s) click on each day (Monday–Friday)

  • For Monday click here
  • For Tuesday click here
  • For Wednesday click here
  • For Thursday click here
  • For Friday click here

💵Refund & Withdrawal Policy

  • The registration fee is non-refundable.
  • Monthly tuition may be refunded if you withdraw before the first day of the month.
  • After the 1st, no partial credits or refunds will be issued.

 Tuition Payment Schedule

  • Tuition is due on the first day of each month.
  • You’ll receive an email reminder with a payment link the week before tuition is due.
  • Payments may also be made in person during drop-off or pick-up the week prior or on the first of the month.

💸 Tuition Rates: Full Program

    Month

   Tuition

August.  

   $200

September.     

   $400

October

   $420

November

   $340

December

   $300

January

   $380

February

   $380

March

   $320

April

   $400

May

   $380


🗓 Tuition Rates: Specific Days

Day

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Monday

$50

$100

$75

$100

$75

$50

$75

$75

$75

$75

Tuesday

$50

$125

$100

$75

$75

$100

$100

$100

$100

$100

Wednesday

$60

$120

$150

$120

$90

$120

$120

$90

$150

$120

Thursday

$50

$100

$125

$75

$75

$100

$100

$75

$125

$100

Friday

$50

$75

$100

$75

$75

$125

$100

$75

$75

$100


🕒 Program Hours & Daily Schedule

  • The program runs Monday through Friday from 3:15 PM to 5:45 PM, immediately following school dismissal.
  • On early dismissal days, the program will begin at the adjusted school dismissal time of 2:15 PM and end at 5:45 PM. There is no program on days when school is closed according to District 186’s regular calendar.
  • Each day includes a structured schedule with time for snack, free time that may be used for homework, and hands-on STEAM activities.

🚌 Transportation & Pick-Up

  • Transportation is not provided. Families must arrange for their child’s transportation to and from the museum.
  • Children must be picked up by 5:45 PM. Authorized guardians must present a valid ID at pick-up.
  • A late fee of $1 per minute will be charged for pick-ups after 6:00 PM.
  • We are now an after-school bus stop for Iles School and Graham Elementary School. Transportation arrangements must be made through the school, but please let us know if your child is coming on the bus. Kidzeum staff will meet students at the bus stop.

🧠 Curriculum & Activities

  • Our STEAM program features themed projects in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
  • Activities include museum exhibit tie-ins, interactive experiments, creative problem-solving, and occasional guest educators.
  • Children are grouped by age to ensure developmentally appropriate engagement.

🍎 Snacks & Meals

  • A daily snack is provided. Options include pre-packaged items like Goldfish crackers, pretzels, Nutri-Grain bars, and similar offerings.
  • Children are welcome to bring their own snacks. Please ensure items are nut-free to accommodate allergies.

👩‍🏫 Staff & Supervision

  • All program educators are STEAM-certified educators with experience in child engagement and museum education.
  • We have a limited number of spots and a small staff-student ration, ensuring personalized support and supervision.

🛡️ Safety & Behavior Policies

  • Health and safety protocols align with current public health guidelines and museum standards.
  • We encourage respectful behavior and curiosity-driven learning. A behavior policy will be shared upon registration.
  • In case of emergencies, staff are trained in first aid and emergency procedures. Parents will be contacted promptly.

💬 Communication & Updates

  • Families will receive periodical emails highlighting updates and reminders.
  • For questions or concerns, contact our Director of Learning and Public Programs, Tarika Roberts, at tarika.roberts@kidzeum.org

💸 Financial Assistance

  • A limited number of scholarships are available based on financial need. Application details will be posted on our website.
  • At this time, we do not accept childcare vouchers, but we’re exploring options for future sessions.



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