Participants will “meet” Jeanie and Ethan, two characters who are struggling with compassion and integrity as they attend an after-school Character Club. We will play team building games, learn to follow our dreams in kind ways, create our own compassion cards, and see how the effects of a lack of integrity can harm us. A “guest appearance” from Clara Barton may be included.

Taught by Helen Scott of Wonder

An introductory and exploratory music class for our young music makers. The instruments and songs used are perfect for young musicians to cultivate their musical skills and interest, as well as build aural skills and promote gross and fine motor movements. We will be using singing, rhythm instruments, and movement in the class.

Have you ever wondered what happened to the Vikings? They came to Jesus! Come learn about the Christian conversion of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and their many settlements in this fascinating activity for kids. We’ll explore stories of many of the incredible people involved in the epic saga of Scandinavia’s transformation out of the darkness of paganism into the light of Christ. We’ll do some fun Viking-themed activities interspersed with these unforgettable tales, so come ready to move and be creative!

Taught by Wings Over the Rockies staff

Learn about aviation, from planes to drones and how robots will soon have a big role in aeronautics. In this activity, students will do some hands-on STEM activities to get an understanding of what’s involved in flying planes and drones and building robotics.

Taught by Josh Denhart

Kool Kid Science is a highly interactive event, allowing kids to explore over 50 individual hands-on science experiences during their 2 hours. The activity is packed with “science stuff” to touch, see and explore. Everyone participates! Everyone is involved! This stimulating series of hands-on science experiences takes science learning to the next level!

Taught by The Butterfly Pavilion

Experience the world of invertebrates in a safe and non-threatening way. God created these amazing creatures that are everywhere we go.

Students will be put into groups of 30 or less so they can experience the beauty of God’s creation. Students can choose which class they prefer, butterflies or bugs.  

Flutterby: “As a whole group, students reveal how butterflies and moths differ by dressing up a student or teacher and studying preserved butterflies and moths, then experience the butterfly life cycle in an active metamorphosis game.”

Bug Fest: “In this presentation, guests meet invertebrates from environments around the globe, hear about their characteristics, where and how they live, and why they are important in our world.”

Taught by Allie Slocum, author of the Character Club series

Participants will “meet” Rachel and Peter, two characters their age struggling with forgiveness and respect as they attend an after-school Character Club. We will play team building games, learn how free forgiveness can feel, create meaningful discussions to build respect, and see “Corrie Ten Boom” share her story of forgiveness.

Taught by Josh Denhart

Thrilling Teen Science is a series of highly engaging science experiences, where hands-on, inquiry-based scientific exploration captures the hearts and minds of our students without leaving the building. Parents rave about this 2-hour experience, and we believe it will prove to be a powerfully memorable learning experience!

Taught by Logan Wilson

The School of Honor is a 4-hour course designed to introduce teens and show them a path of transformation from today’s young boys into tomorrow’s great men. From the Honor of God and the Hebrew Names of God to civility and chivalry, to our Ephesians 6 spiritual weapons and armor, this one-of-a-kind activity delivers timeless and critical truths to those entering manhood.

Logan also delivers powerful dramatic presentations in costume and soundtrack of some of history’s most courageous, influential, God-fearing men that keep the boys on the edge of their seats! Students learn the chivalrous skills of how to treat young women, how to be a gentleman, and other courtesies.

10:20am–12:20pm School of Honor Pt 1

• Made in His Image Bringing — Order to Chaos
• Civility and Chivalry — Bestowing Dignity
• Dramatic Presentation — George Washington and the Delaware Crossing 

2:00pm–4:00pm School of Honor Pt 2 

• Bearing His image as a Healer, Shepherd, Warrior, and Standard Bearer
• Man of Action — Creating Habits
• Dramatic Presentation — John Paul Jones “I have not yet begun to fight!”

Taught by Nature’s Educators — Educational Wildlife Organization

Colorado is a special place that has its own pride and identity. From the high forests of the Rocky Mountains to the open expanses of the Great Plains — it’s our beautiful home that we share with amazing wildlife. In this program, learn what makes Colorado’s habitats such a great place for some of our feathered, scaly, and slimy neighbors. Also, meet animal ambassadors that are true Colorado Natives!

Taught by Mary Langewisch

Project: Fruits & Veggies in Watercolor and Ink Pen

Foster your student’s artistic promise with special courses from Fragile Glory Impressions Art Studio. In this project students will be using watercolors and ink pens to make a spread of colorful fruits and vegetables that pop off the page! Students will learn how to properly space each subject on the paper using a grid as well as how to draw simple shapes to build the forms of each item. Simple, but elegant techniques in ink pens and watercolors will be taught in an illustrative style to bring these edible delights to life.