Looking for experiences and programming that supplement your homeschool science curriculum?  

With hands-on workshops for students and parents, the Homeschool Science Series is a unique opportunity for homeschoolers to enhance their curriculum through STEM programming led by SCI staff. Workshops also provide an opportunity for homeschoolers to share ideas and expand their network of like-minded learners.  

Workshops are held for students, ages 6-14 years old (Kindergarten - 8th grade), from 11:00 AM-Noon on Thursdays in February. Registration includes two concurrent workshops, one for youth and one for their parents/ caregivers exploring the day’s theme.   

Homeschool Science Series February Theme: Thinking Machines 

Explore how computers learn from patterns, data, and practice—just like scientists do. 

Session 1, Thursday, February 5, 2026  

Brains vs. Bots- Who thinks faster — you or a machine?  

Learning Goals: What makes something smart? How do human brains and computer brains compare?  

Session 2, Thursday, February 12, 2026  

Teach the Machine- How do machines learn?   

Learning Goals: Machines learn through examples, data, and feedback — not memorization.  

Session 3, Thursday, February 19, 2026  

All Around Us- Discover where smart tech hides in everyday life.  

Learning Goals: AI powers everyday tools — from phones to games — but we often don’t notice it.  

Session 4, Thursday, February 26, 2026  

Invent-a-Bot- Build and train your own robot!  

Learning Goals Humans and AI can co-create — we design, the machine learns.