Homeschool Programs! 
Every month a new program is offered providing children the opportunity to discover the wonders of science in an exciting and stimulating environment.
Thursday Afternoon’s
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Age Groups: 6- 8 yrs and 9-11 yrs
Pre-registration is required
Sessions for each age group are held concurrently on each topic.
Thursday, February 9th - A Commotion of Motion
Let’s work together to learn all about the energy of motion. In this lab we will experiment with the differences in kinetic and potential energy by creating a roller coaster, explore the forces of gravity through experimentation and discover the science of Newton’s Laws.
Thursday, March 8th - Reptile Ins and Outs
What is a reptile and why do they have their own group in the animal kingdom? Join us in Operation W.I.L.D. as we learn all about this special group of animals, do a hands on feeding demonstration and much more in this class in biological science.
Thursday, April 19th – NanoScience
What is nanotechnology and why is it important? Join us for this investigation of all things small! We will experiment with nano-measurement, learn about carbon bucky balls and experiment with nanofabric as we get down and dirty with Nanotechnology.
Thursday, May 10th – Chemistry Conductors Venture into the microscopic world of atoms and molecules as we discover matter and its many properties. Participants will discover atoms and molecules by participating in the Molecularium™, build molecular models, and create chemical concoctions during this introduction to chemistry.
Thursday, June 14th – Stream Ecology
Join us in this exploration of stream ecology. Children will learn all about the science of ecology, study stream animal adaptations, examine the aquatic food web and conduct water tests in this hands-on ecology lab. This lab will take place outdoors weather permitting.
Sessions for each age group are held concurrently on each topic. Placement in classes will be based upon the child's date of birth.
The cost for each program is $6.00 per child. To register for a program, please call 518-235-2120 . Pre-registration is required for the Home School programs and class size is limited so register early. Registration is not complete without payment in full.
Participants should check in at The Museum between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM. Programs will begin promptly at 1:00 PM.
Children must be accompanied by an adult while they are at CMOST. Adults do not have to remain in the program room, but they must remain on the premises.
If you plan to visit The Museum with your other children admission will need to be paid.
Please click here for a copy of the Homeschool Lab brochure