MARCH MADNESS STEM CHALLENGES

Get Pumped Up for Basketball and STEM with LYSB!

Two Mondays: March 3 and 10, 4:00 to 5:15 p.m.
For grades 3-5, Fee: $20

Week One: Basketball Shooter
Design and build an amazing Basketball Shooter and Goal!

Week Two: Basketball Tower
Using only newspaper and masking tape, participants will create a tower that will support a basketball.

LUCK OF THE IRISH STEM CHALLENGE: Catch a Leprechaun

Monday, March 17, 4:00 to 5:15 p.m.

For grades 3-5, Fee: $10

Test your luck and STEM skills to try to catch a leprechaun.  Participants will design and build a trap that can catch a leprechaun!

ENGINEERING AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

ASPIRING ENGINEERS!

for Grades 3 and up
Five Tuesdays: March 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. – FULL WAIT LIST ONLY
This program is a wide-ranging exploration of our customized S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics) curriculum! Using a variety of teaching mediums, students will explore real-world applications of S.T.E.A.M. concepts and terminology through hands-on, minds-on activities. With activities ranging from model roller coasters, to LEGO® engineering challenges, to bridge building, participants are sure to have fun while learning along the way!  Students may take the bus to LYSB from Lyme and Mile Creek Schools.  Fee: $125

ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS

for Grades K-2
SESSION I: Five Thursdays: March 27, April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. ($125) – FULL: WAIT LIST ONLY
SESSION II: Four Thursdays: May 8, 15, 22, 29, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. ($100)
Students will learn from a customized S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics) curriculum while having FUN! The primary medium used for these classes is LEGO® TECHNIC which is an attractive, efficient teaching medium. We strive to challenge students in taking their engineering to the next level using our customized LEGO® curriculum. From the creativity and gratification encouraged by LEGO®, students always enjoy themselves while learning essential engineering terms and concepts along the way! Students may take the bus to LYSB from Lyme and Mile Creek Schools.

TAYLOR SWIFT CUPCAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP

Monday, February 10, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. 

For grades 2-5, Fee $40

The British baker from the Great British Cupcake LLC will teach students how to make these fun Taylor Swift inspired cupcakes. Swiftie inspired food, drink and fun provided. All students leave with 6 cupcakes. Students can ride the bus to LYSB from Lyme and Mile Creek Schools.  Space is limited.

GEARING UP FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL

A Special Evening for 5th Graders & Their Parents

Lyme: Spring 2025 date tba
Mile Creek: Spring 2025 date tba

Join us for a hands-on evening to create a family road map for success in middle school.
Led by LYSB and High School Youth Leaders.
We will address concerns, fears, and build excitement for LOLMS!!
Interactive activities to connect, communicate, and develop prevention strategies that are unique to your family.
This program is free.

HTTP & ME

Digital Citizenship Workshop

For Grade 4
Learn about technology and its impact.  We’ll cover digital literacy and safety through an interactive and fun experience.  This program will be led by LYSB staff, LOL Schools technology staff, and high school leaders.  Students will create a digital project during the five-week program, which will culminate in an evening celebration event with parents and families to showcase student projects on March 11th at LOLMS.  Students will receive a t-shirt and swag.  Space is limited.  OPEN TO MILE CREEK & LYME SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY.

• AT LYME SCHOOL: 
  Five Tuesdays: January 21, 28, February 4, 11 and 25 (potential Make Up Date: March 4)
  Meets at Lyme School Library
• AT MILE CREEK SCHOOL:
  Five Thursdays: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, and 27 (potential Make Up Date: March 6)
  Meets at Mile Creek Library

ELEMENTARY AFTER SCHOOL CLUB

For Grades 2-5
Every Wednesday, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
First Day is September 4, 2024
Come to the LYSB Etherington Activity Center to hang out with your friends and participate in a variety of fun activities. We’ll do arts and crafts projects as well as play basketball, Wii, and much more! Snacks and refreshments are provided. Students from Mile Creek and Lyme Schools will take the bus directly to LYSB. Space is very limited. Space limited.  Fee: $200/year.

MOTHER/DAUGHTER WORKSHOP: Let’s Start Talking

Spring date tba
For Girls in Grade 5 & 4
Open the lines of communication with your daughter! Designed to give girls a better understanding of the changes that her body will go through during puberty. Topics will include the importance of a positive body image and how to deal with difficult situations. A fun and educational night out for girls in 4th and 5th grade and their mothers. Cost is $50 per pair and includes resource materials, goodie bags and snacks. Patty Cournoyer, LOLMS health teacher facilitates this course.