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After-School Science

Explore the world of hydroponics, microgreens, and urban farming. Grow your own food while learning the science of plants, nutrients, microbes and more!

Girls

Mondays & Wednesdays*

4:45 – 5:45 PM

Boys

Mondays & Wednesdays

6:00 – 7:00 PM

*Class can be attended once or twice per week.

SPRING DATES: March 3- – May 22
Classes meet March 3-27 &  April 27-May 22. No class on March 13 for Taanis Esther and May 15 for Lag B’Omer.

WINTER DATES: Dec 9 – Feb 20
(No classes Dec 23 – Jan 2 for Chanukah break ; no classes Jan 26 – Feb 2 for winter break)

Cost

$180 for 8 weeks, twice per week. Siblings join for $135. Need-based scholarships are available upon request. $20 late registration fee applies if registering after February 20. Students are welcome to try the first class at no charge.

Programs are included for Walder Science members. Visit our membership page for details.

Transportation

Transportation option is now available! $80 per student for 8 weeks, twice per week.

Sign Up

Pre-registration is required so that we can be prepared with staff and supplies for the right amount of students. For more information, or to hear about a virtual class option, please email us at programs@walderlab.org or give us a call at 773-649-5360.

Students are able to try out the first class of the season at no charge. However, we are not able to hold space for unpaid students if the class reaches capacity with fully registered students. Contact us with any questions.