Acorn Academy’s Science Enrichment Program 2025–2026 Fall–Spring Classes
Hands-on science lessons Biodiversity, Adaptations, Conservation Registrations are now being accepted for sessions beginning in September. Objective: Through hands-on learning of Life Sciences, we will spark a natural curiosity for young minds to grow a love and appreciation of science …
Detect & Discover with DNA
Have you ever wondered if the dinosaurs could be brought back? Scientists have been cloning animals for years. Is it even possible to clone a dinosaur? Is it a good idea?
Students will explore DNA, Deoxyribonucleic Acid, and learn about its importance in science and crime investigation while performing hands-on experiments and activities, including the extraction of real DNA!
Bridges – Building and Burning
Pittsburgh is known as the City of Bridges and with almost 2,000 bridges in Allegheny County, one can understand why. Students will learn about the history and science of bridges — and construct and test different types of bridges to gain an understanding of these feats of engineering.
The Tudor Kings & Queens
From the first Tudor monarch, Henry VII, the Winter King, to Gloriana, Queen Elizabeth I, discover the intrigue, drama, danger, and astonishing events of the Tudor Era through hands-on projects and activities.
January 14 – February 18, 2026
Chemistry Chaos @ Eden Hall
Have you ever wanted to perform your own science experiments? Here’s your chance! We’ll explore chemistry and physics in a very hands-on (MESSY!) way.
Ancient Egyptian Adventures
Ancient Egypt continues to mystify. The theories on the death of King Tutankhamen are well-known, but what happened to his father, Akhenaten? And just who was Cleopatra?
Mondays, September 8, 2025 – May 18, 2026
Cross Roads Preschool’s Earth Explorers Science Enrichment Program 2025–2026
Kindergartners and preschoolers learn about microscopic life, bio-luminescence, and life underground in hands-on lessons.
Monday–Friday, June 23–27, 2025
Dino Wars @ Bethel Park
Hands-on paleontology exploration at the Bethel Park Community Center.
Monday–Friday, June 16–20, 2025
Extreme Animals
Your children will be amazed at the diversity of life on earth!
Wednesdays, March 26–May 7, 2025
Abracadabra: Secrets & Science of Magic
Explore the history and mystery of magic tricks and tricksters. From alchemy to escape artists learn how impossible illusions are possibly accomplished, using sensational science and marvelous math at Eden Hall.
Monster Menagerie
Using real specimens and models, explore the evidence supporting or refuting the existence of bizarre beasts such as Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster.
Camouflaged Critters
Kids will learn about animals that blend in with their surroundings through games, crafts, and outdoor activities.
Beauty Amongst the Beasts and Branches
earn about the plants and animals whose leaves and blossoms, feathers and fur will be used to create artistic treasures.
Monday–Friday, August 12–16, 2024
How to Catch a Crook
Learn how forensic science helps to solve the mystery of who-dun-it.
