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2025/26 SESSION SCHEDULE
The Science Station offers four sessions of lab-based STEM classes for elementary (3-5th) and middle school (6-8th) students on Wednesdays during the school year. These hands-on two hour classes meet once a week for six weeks. Class size is capped at 14 students.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
If you are new to the CampBrain system, we highly recommend PRE-REGISTERING by creating an account and completing ALL the required online forms before registration opens. For detailed pre-registration instructions click here.
*Please note that while it is unlikely, there is a chance you could be placed in a waiting room when accessing CampBrain the morning of registration. If you are placed in a waiting room, you will not lose your place “in line”. DO NOT close your browser and you will be redirected to the registration site when space becomes available.
Elementary Classes (3rd-5th grade)
Session 4: Powerful Pressure $350
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2 pm - 4 pm (4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27)
Embark on an exploration of pressure! In this class, learn about the incredible force produced by the "blanket" of air that surrounds us every day. Experience how pressure works on the Science Station’s very own bed of nails! Witness the power of air by breaking paint sticks, distorting marshmallows, and crushing cans. Investigate Bernoulli's principle to discover the fundamentals of flight and use a wind tunnel to examine wind foils and understand how airplanes fly. You'll even blow up your teacher (safely, of course!). Use bell jars and vacuums to conduct captivating experiments and shrink wrap yourself if you want to. And no pressure class would be complete without sending soda and bottle rockets soaring into the air!
Middle School Classes (6th-8th grade)
Session 4: Extreme Explosions 2.0 $350
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm (4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27)
What's the science behind the biggest bangs? Get ready to suit up and explore the principles behind some of the most exciting chemical reactions. Learn how to generate hydrogen gas to launch your own mini rockets and experiment with alkali metals and water for a truly reactive spectacle. Discover the magic of exothermic reactions by creating your own handwarmers and use potassium chlorate to release the surprising amount of energy stored in everyday foods. We even test recipes for thermite and black powder, learning the science behind firecrackers. Prepare to be amazed as you ignite lycopodium powder to create a stunning "dragon's breath" effect.
Independent Research (application only)
The Independent Research program is a guided scientific research course where high school students design and conduct their own experiments. To complete a project, participants in this program need to be self-motivated and willing to work both in and out of class. The course culminates with presentations at the Northwest Science EXPO. Students typically work in the labs sometime between 2:30 and 5:30 pm on Mondays or Thursdays from September through April. We ask that students commit to at least one and a half hours of lab time each week. As students get closer to presenting their research at the science fair, time commitments may increase. The tentative first meeting for Independent Research students will be Monday, September 21 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm.
To schedule an interview or learn more please contact us at bss@bendsciencestation.org or 541-330-0433.
The Stewart C. Malone Scholarship Fund
Scholarship opportunities further our values of inclusion and create greater access to STEM learning opportunities for the youth of Central Oregon. We want to make sure that every student has access to our programming, regardless of finances. Our scholarship fund is named for Stewart C. Malone, in recognition of his dedication to Guardian Ad Litem, advocating for the rights of abused and neglected youth, and his long-time support of the Science Station. We’ve tried to make the application process as easy as possible. Please call or email for specifics!
Payment + Cancellation Terms
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If paying by credit card, full payment will be charged at the time of registration.
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If paying by check or cash, payment must be received by BSS within 5 days of registration or your student’s spot may be forfeited.
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In the event that you need to cancel a registration, 50% of the cost is refundable (or available for credit) if BSS is notified at least 7 days prior to the start date of the class. The remaining class balance (less $25 cancellation fee) will be refunded if we can fill your student’s space.
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Unfortunately, we cannot refund your payment or credit your account if we are notified of a cancellation less than 7 days before the start of a class.
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There will be no partial refunds for missed days. A prorated credit will be considered if an enrolled student is unable to complete a class due to serious illness or injury.
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ALL CANCELLATIONS WILL INCUR A $25 CANCELLATION FEE.