STEM Programs Near Me

This is our S.T.E.M. program that allows children to use their scientific thinking to create their own conclusions about the theme presented in a play-based exploration. Drop-off S.T.E.M. PlayLab is for children developmental ages 3-6. This registration is for an 8-week session. Child may register for Sunday 10:30-11:15 Drop-off Art and 11:15-12:00 Drop-off S.T.E.M. PlayLab to have a combined 1.5 hour drop-off time with one class moving directly to the next.

In Drawing/Painting Class we will create a variety of fine art projects focusing on technique and style, composition, brushwork, and systematic practice. KVArteest will give input on our subject matter, as we together decide what we want to learn.

In Drawing/Painting Class we will create a variety of fine art projects focusing on technique and style, composition, brushwork, and systematic practice. KVArteest will give input on our subject matter, as we together decide what we want to learn.

How does it work? Let’s find out! Mini Makers is a hands-on lab designed for children who love to build and deconstruct. We provide a 'tinker-friendly' environment where students use diverse materials to engineer their own inventions. From taking apart old gadgets to building new masterpieces, our creators learn through doing. Join us for a day where play is the engine of discovery!

Energy is everywhere, but how does it actually work? Join us for an exploration of all things kinetics! This hands-on camp pulls back the curtain on the various forms of energy that power our lives. Students will investigate the 'hidden motion' of the universe, learning how the movement of tiny electrons, atoms, and molecules creates the physical world we see. Through creative engineering challenges and scientific experiments, your young scientist will master the principles of kinetic energy from the microscopic level to the massive.

Sign up for each week- we have a new curriculum each week! Kids will enjoy 4 hours of Art and Art related Activities! Day Camp is a drop off program & for ages 4 and older. Each day includes a variety of Cookies & Canvas event, One Day Workshop, OR Pottery Painting & Open Studio time. Most projects will go home same day. (If they have pottery painting that day, they will need to be picked up following week) Kids enjoy stations as well as several art projects during their 4 hours of fun at the Art Studio! Groups separated by age under K-4 grades, 5-8 grades. Bring peanut free sack lunch, snack & water bottle. Please dress for the weather- as we do take a walk in the neighborhood and eat in the garden on days when we can.

This combination class offers students a sampling of art projects using various media such as painting, clay, watercolors, collage, and pastels. It is amazing what you can create when you explore with your imagination. A variety of materials are used to create your many masterpieces – Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate.

Encourage curiosity and build self-confidence in your preschooler through art, science exploration, play and more. Teachers also read children's books that explore and nurture key social and emotional skills, engage in activities that require cooperation.

Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Now what? You go to Gymboree that's what! Meet like-minded parents while our instructor leads you through nurturing exercises and activities that stimulate your baby’s brain development and all their senses while promoting postnatal bonding time. We will end each class with a soft session of bubbles and parachute time.

Sign up for each week- we have a new curriculum each week! Kids will enjoy 4 hours of Art and Art related Activities! Day Camp is a drop off program & for ages 4 and older. Each day includes a variety of Cookies & Canvas event, One Day Workshop, OR Pottery Painting & Open Studio time. Most projects will go home same day. (If they have pottery painting that day, they will need to be picked up following week) Kids enjoy stations as well as several art projects during their 4 hours of fun at the Art Studio! Groups separated by age under K-4 grades, 5-8 grades. Bring peanut free sack lunch, snack & water bottle. Please dress for the weather- as we do take a walk in the neighborhood and eat in the garden on days when we can.

This combination class offers children a sampling of art projects using various media such as painting, clay, watercolors, collage, and pastels. It is amazing what you can create when you explore with your imagination. A variety of materials are used to create your many masterpieces – Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate. Drawing Class This drawing class is designed for students of all levels of drawing experience, and would like to learn some advanced techniques and explore new mediums. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects.

Level 2: Public Speaking for Grades 5–8 (***Prerequisite: Completion of any Summer Camp 2026 Week or any of our full 5 week course within the 2025-2026 school year. Please email info@highestspeak.com to ask if not sure of which level your child should be at. ) Now that your student has built a strong foundation, it’s time to level up! Our Level 2 course helps students refine and expand their public speaking skills with more structure, deeper content, and a greater focus on delivery, persuasion, and audience engagement. In this 5-session, high-energy course, students will: - Strengthen speech organization and clarity with more complex prompts - Learn how to deliver longer speeches confidently and how to use notecards to prepare effectively instead of memorizing - Master confident delivery techniques including tone, pacing, gestures, and eye contact - Craft stronger openings, memorable closings, and smooth transitions - Explore more advanced speech types—persuasive, informative, motivational, and storytelling - Participate in challenging impromptu speaking activities - Receive in-depth instructor feedback and practical tips for growth - Present in every class, both prepared and off-the-cuff. While still playful and supportive, this course encourages students to dig deeper, speak with intention, and sharpen their presence as young communicators. Whether they’re preparing for school presentations, leadership roles, or competitions, Level 2 equips them with the tools to speak up—and stand out. All of our instructors are experienced public speaking educators and performers, so your child will be learning from experts who make public speaking fun, meaningful, and memorable. 💬 Please Note: Classes with more than 8 students will have two instructors to ensure every student receives individual feedback. Light assignments may be given between classes; outside practice is strongly encouraged.

This is a Level 1 class — ideal for beginners in Grades 5–8! No prior experience necessary. Students MUST be in Grades 5-8 (No exceptions.) ( Not sure which class your student took or what level is right? Just reach out at info@highestspeak.com—we’re happy to help! If they have never taken a class with Highest Speak, our Level 1 is the perfect start! ) Talk Trekkers: Intro to Public Speaking (Grades 5–8) This 5-session, interactive class is designed to help middle schoolers become confident, engaging speakers in a supportive, encouraging, and FUN environment. Whether your student wants to speak up more in class, prep for debate, lead presentations, or simply build everyday confidence, this course is the perfect starting point. In this 5-session, small-group course, students will: - Learn the key elements of strong public speaking and explore different types of speeches - Develop strategies to manage stage fright and speak with clarity - Participate in creative public speaking games and on-the-spot speech challenges - Present to the group during every class - Improve their impromptu speaking and speech structuring abilities - Receive individualized feedback from instructors and peers - Practice both prepared speeches and spontaneous speaking Students will explore multiple speaking formats—persuasive, informative, entertaining, and storytelling—to discover their voice and style. Our instructors are not only experienced educators and public speaking coaches—they’re also performers and comedians, so classes are always lively and fun! 💬 Please Note: If there are more than 10 students enrolled, we always have two instructors to ensure personalized attention and feedback. Light assignments may be given. Practicing outside of class helps students apply their new skills and build lasting confidence.

How do scientists pull off their most epic feats? By using their greatest tool: curiosity! Our students will explore groundbreaking studies to see how famous scientists changed the world—and learn how to launch their own 'out-of-this-world' ideas into orbit. Note: Aftercare runs until 5:30 PM on 12/28–12/30, and until 4:00 PM on 12/31.

50% OFF THROUGH AUGUST 31: two 3-hour sessions are $42.50 instead of $85, about $21 per session. The discount is applied automatically at checkout when you book by August 31. Your child builds a working robot, writes real code, and runs hands-on science experiments every week at our Farmers Branch STEM center. Each 3-hour afterschool session rotates through robotics, coding, science, engineering, and math, so kids stay curious instead of bored. Small groups of around 7 kids per instructor mean your child is actually taught, not just supervised. Every student follows their own lesson path at their own level, so a kindergartner and a middle schooler both get work that fits them, and nobody repeats a lesson they have already done. Doors open at 3:00pm and pick-up is by 6:00pm, so it covers the whole afterschool gap. Enrollment is month-to-month with no long contract. Come one day a week or all five, and ask us about multi-day rates and our 10% sibling discount. Ages 5-15. Drop-off, no caregiver needed. All robotics kits, laptops, and lab materials are included. Questions? Call 469-972-7836.

50% OFF THROUGH AUGUST 31: two 3-hour sessions are $42.50 instead of $85, about $21 per session. The discount is applied automatically at checkout when you book by August 31. Your child builds a working robot, writes real code, and runs hands-on science experiments every week at our Farmers Branch STEM center. Each 3-hour afterschool session rotates through robotics, coding, science, engineering, and math, so kids stay curious instead of bored. Small groups of around 7 kids per instructor mean your child is actually taught, not just supervised. Every student follows their own lesson path at their own level, so a kindergartner and a middle schooler both get work that fits them, and nobody repeats a lesson they have already done. Doors open at 3:00pm and pick-up is by 6:00pm, so it covers the whole afterschool gap. Enrollment is month-to-month with no long contract. Come one day a week or all five, and ask us about multi-day rates and our 10% sibling discount. Ages 5-15. Drop-off, no caregiver needed. All robotics kits, laptops, and lab materials are included. Questions? Call 469-972-7836.

50% OFF THROUGH AUGUST 31: every session is half price, about $17 for a 3-hour session instead of $33. The discount is applied automatically at checkout when you book by August 31. Your child builds a working robot, writes real code, and runs hands-on science experiments every week at our Farmers Branch STEM center. Each 3-hour afterschool session rotates through robotics, coding, science, engineering, and math, so kids stay curious instead of bored. Small groups of around 7 kids per instructor mean your child is actually taught, not just supervised. Every student follows their own lesson path at their own level, so a kindergartner and a middle schooler both get work that fits them, and nobody repeats a lesson they have already done. Doors open at 3:00pm and pick-up is by 6:00pm, so it covers the whole afterschool gap. Enrollment is month-to-month with no long contract. Come one day a week or all five, and ask us about multi-day rates and our 10% sibling discount. Ages 5-15. Drop-off, no caregiver needed. All robotics kits, laptops, and lab materials are included. Questions? Call 469-972-7836.

We’ll explore new physical challenges every week through teacher-led activities, with a focus on different ways to use each piece of our equipment. It’s all about opposites: loud and quiet, fast and slow, up and down! Contrasting ‘themes’ help your child learn better ways to communicate. They'll learn how to control body movements and use their body to navigate and problem solve across monkey bars, giant cushions, and through little tunnels. We’ll also practice repetition and routine with regular parachute and bubble activities.

High School Public Speaking Weekend Bootcamp Join us for a fun, high-energy bootcamp designed to help high school students become confident, clear, and engaging speakers! Whether you're prepping for class presentations, student leadership, or college interviews, this bootcamp will give you the tools to speak up and stand out. Over this 3-hour session, students will learn the fundamentals of public speaking, including how to structure their thoughts, write compelling content, and deliver with confidence. We’ll explore 3 key fundamentals of public speaking: content, structure, and performance, while keeping the atmosphere encouraging and collaborative. With a balance of writing and speaking exercises, students will improve their communication on the page, on the stage, and in daily conversations. The workshop includes plenty of individualized instructor coaching and peer feedback, so each student walks away with tangible growth and renewed confidence. This bootcamp is not only about skills—it’s about connection. Students will build friendships, practice social confidence, and have a blast while they learn critical skills for high school and beyond!

Impromptu Speaking & College Interview Boot Camp For High School Students Looking to nail that college interview, build unshakable confidence, and speak like a pro—all while having a blast? This high-energy boot camp is designed for high school students who want to think on their feet, speak with clarity, and shine in any situation—whether it’s an interview, a class discussion, or just day-to-day conversations. Through interactive games, group challenges, and fun, fast-paced activities, students will learn how to craft strong, spontaneous responses and speak with presence, purpose, and personality. Saturday: Speak Up, Think Fast We’ll kick things off with: Fun games and warm-ups to break the ice and get comfortable Strategies to overcome speech anxiety and find your voice Quick-thinking structures for answering any kind of question—academic, social, or professional Tips to make any impromptu speech engaging and impactful Lots of chances to practice in a supportive, lively environment College interviews, job interviews, and academic Q&A prep How to talk about your accomplishments and goals authentically and confidently Real-time practice with feedback to help you sharpen your answers Focus on content, structure, and delivery—with your unique personality front and center This boot camp is perfect for students who want to build real-world speaking skills while gaining an enjoyment of public speaking. Whether you're prepping for an interview or just want to walk into any room with more confidence, you’ll leave feeling empowered and ready for anything. Our college interview coaching students, just this past academic year, have gotten admissions and even full scholarships at schools like Vanderbilt, UNC, NYU, Perdue, UPenn, MIT and more! Confidence. Clarity. Charisma. And a whole lot of YOU. Let’s unlock it all—one impromptu moment at a time!

This camp is on all things kinetics. Through fun games, challenges and creations, come explore the various forms of energy and the meaning of electrons, atoms, molecules, substances, and objects as it relates to kinetic energy!