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2026/27 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.
Class schedule is posted below. Check back soon for more details!
Elementary Classes (3rd-5th grade)
Session 1: Electrical Engineering
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2 pm - 4 pm (9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18)
*no class 10/28 for BLPS conferences
*no class 11/11 for Veterans Day
Session 2: Life on Earth
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2 pm - 4 pm (12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20)
*no class over winter break
Session 3: Design Lab
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2 pm - 4 pm (2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10)
Session 4: Ecology and Field Science
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2 pm - 4 pm (4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19)
Middle School Classes (6th-8th grade)
Session 1: Mythblasters
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm (9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18)
*no class 10/28 for BLPS conferences
*no class 11/11 for Veterans Day
Session 2: ChemQuest
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm (12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20)
*no class over winter break
Session 3: CSI: Bend
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm (2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10)
Session 4: Harnessing Energy
Morning Option: Wednesdays 10 am -12 pm (4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19)
Afternoon Option: Wednesdays 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm (4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19)
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 28 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.