Wind Power Workshop Alachua
2025-09-23 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Wind Power Workshop – Design, Build, and Power Up!
Join Edison Kids for a hands-on Wind Power Workshop where students explore the science of renewable energy and bring engineering to life! In this engaging 2-hour session, participants will dive into how wind energy is harnessed and converted into usable power—then put their knowledge to the test by designing and building a working wind-powered lift.
Students will work through the Engineering Design Process, just like a STEM Fair project—asking questions, imagining solutions, planning, building, testing, and improving their designs. This approach not only deepens understanding of wind energy but also develops critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
What to Expect:

Learn how wind energy works and why it matters

Work through the full Engineering Design Process

Build a wind-powered lift

Explore renewable energy in a real-world, hands-on way

Practice teamwork and presentation skills in a STEM Fair-style format

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Age Group: 8 years old and up

Location: The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643

Cost: $40.00 all materials included

Date: Tuesday September 23rd 2025 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Give your child the opportunity to discover the power of innovation! Space is limited—register today and let them experience STEM in action.

Combat Robotics Beginners Alachua Sept
2025-09-23 14:30 - 16:00 | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Homeschool Combat Robotics Workshop!
Kickstart Your Combat Robotics Journey!Join us for an exciting 4-week adventure where homeschoolers dive into the world of combat robotics—designing, building, and battling their very own plastic ant-weight combat robot! Led by experienced competition robotics mentors, this workshop blends engineering, creativity, and hands-on learning in a thrilling, team-based environment.
This is just the beginning! Students will keep the robot they build, laying the foundation for future growth. We’ll be offering advanced workshops and launching an ongoing combat robotics league—giving kids the chance to sharpen their skills, upgrade their bots, and battle it out with other builders all year long!
What’s Included?

Interactive Lessons – Learn core robotics concepts through engaging, hands-on activities.
Expert Mentors – Gain insights from seasoned robotics coaches who guide the entire engineering and design process.
Community & Collaboration – Work alongside fellow homeschoolers in a fun, STEM-focused setting.
Build, Battle & Beyond – Construct your own robot and compete in epic one-on-one matches!
Take It Home – Your student keeps their custom combat robot to continue learning, modifying, and battling!

Workshop Dates: 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pmLocation: The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643Cost: $550 per student
Spaces are limited – Sign up now and let the battles begin! Ideal for ages 8 and up.Learn. Build. Battle. Repeat.

Entrepreneur Think Tank Bootcamp Alachua
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Good Life Station, 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL, 32615, United States
Entrepreneur Think Tank Bootcamp
Spark Curiosity. Cultivate Creativity. Think Like an Entrepreneur.
Are you raising a future innovator, problem-solver, or business leader? The Entrepreneur Think Tank is where big ideas begin.
This dynamic 8-week workshop series is designed for students ages 8–16 who are curious about how the world works—and how they can change it. Using the Engineering Design Process, students will tackle real-world challenges, explore what it means to think like an entrepreneur, and develop the confidence to take action on their ideas.
Unlike traditional business classes, this workshop is all about exploration before execution. Students don’t need a business idea to join. Instead, they’ll learn how to observe the world around them, identify problems worth solving, and experiment with creative solutions in a fun, low-pressure environment.

What to Expect Each Week:

Hands-on challenges designed to inspire innovation and creative problem-solving

Team-based activities that strengthen communication, empathy, and collaboration

Curiosity-driven discussions that encourage asking better questions and thinking deeper

Mini-projects that apply entrepreneurial thinking to everyday problems

Students will walk away with a foundational understanding of entrepreneurship, design thinking, and real-world innovation skills—all while building confidence, teamwork, and a sense of purpose.

📅 Workshop Details
Dates: 9/23/25 – 11/11/25Time: Tuesdays 5 pm – 6:30 pmLocation: Good Life Station, 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615Ages: 8–16Cost: $125

Why Join the Think Tank?

Learn how to turn everyday frustrations into real opportunities

Develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills

Be part of a like-minded community of young innovators

Build the foundation for our Entrepreneur Bootcamp (next level program)

Ready to Register?
Spots are limited—secure your seat early!

Entrepreneur Bootcamp Alachua
2025-09-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Good Life Station, 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL, 32615, United States
Entrepreneur Bootcamp
From Idea to Action—Launch Your First Venture
Ready to take your entrepreneurial thinking to the next level? The Entrepreneur Bootcamp is an intensive 8-week experience designed for students (ages 10–16) who have completed the Entrepreneur Think Tank or already have a business, product, or project idea they want to explore.
This program turns ideas into real-world action. Students will dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey—learning how to evaluate their idea, research the market, develop a product or service, and create a brand. They’ll build a mini business plan and pitch it with confidence by the end of the program.
Whether they’re launching a small business, a product prototype, or a social impact idea, students will be guided through each step with mentorship, feedback, and plenty of creative freedom.

What Students Will Do:

Refine and validate a business or product idea

Conduct basic market research and customer interviews

Create a budget and plan for materials, pricing, and profit

Learn branding basics and design a simple logo or pitch deck

Build a prototype or visual model of their idea

Present a final pitch to peers, mentors, or a guest panel

Real Skills They’ll Gain:

Critical thinking and financial literacy

Presentation and communication skills

Design, branding, and prototyping

Self-confidence, leadership, and resilience

This bootcamp is hands-on, fast-paced, and results-driven—with just enough structure to guide them and enough freedom to make it their own.

📅 Bootcamp Details
Dates: September 23rd – November 11th 2025Time: Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmLocation: Good Life Station, 14933 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615Ages: 8–16Cost: $125.00Prerequisite: An approved idea proposal through an interview process

Why Bootcamp?

Take your business idea from concept to pitch

Learn real-world entrepreneurial skills in a fun, supportive setting

Build something you’re proud of—and maybe even launch it!

Gain confidence and clarity about your strengths and passions

Sock Launcher Catapult Challenge Workshop Alachua
2025-09-30 12:30 - 14:30 | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Sock Launcher Catapult Challenge – Aim, Launch, Score!
Join us for an exciting 2-hour STEM adventure in the Sock Launcher Catapult Workshop! In this hands-on challenge, students will dive into the world of force, motion, and engineering as they explore the mechanics behind catapults. Their mission? Design and build a working catapult that can successfully launch a sock into a laundry hamper using everyday materials.
Guided by the Engineering Design Process in a STEM Fair-style format, students will brainstorm, sketch, build, test, and improve their sock-launching devices. Along the way, they’ll learn key physics concepts like trajectory, tension, and energy transfer—while having a blast turning a common household chore into a competitive engineering feat.
What to Expect:

Learn the science behind catapult mechanics and projectile motion

Use the Engineering Design Process to solve a real-world problem

Build and test a functional catapult using household and craft materials

Compete in a friendly challenge to launch socks into a laundry hamper

Develop teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking skills

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Tuesday September 30th 2025 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Location: The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643

Cost: $40.00 all materials provided

Perfect for curious minds and creative thinkers, this workshop turns learning into an unforgettable experience. Register today and let your child engineer a solution that’s both educational and hilariously fun!

Entrepreneur Think Tank Bootcamp Jax
2025-10-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Entrepreneur Think Tank Bootcamp
Spark Curiosity. Cultivate Creativity. Think Like an Entrepreneur.
Are you raising a future innovator, problem-solver, or business leader? The Entrepreneur Think Tank is where big ideas begin.
This dynamic 8-week workshop series is designed for students ages 8–16 who are curious about how the world works—and how they can change it. Using the Engineering Design Process, students will tackle real-world challenges, explore what it means to think like an entrepreneur, and develop the confidence to take action on their ideas.
Unlike traditional business classes, this workshop is all about exploration before execution. Students don’t need a business idea to join. Instead, they’ll learn how to observe the world around them, identify problems worth solving, and experiment with creative solutions in a fun, low-pressure environment.

What to Expect Each Week:

Hands-on challenges designed to inspire innovation and creative problem-solving

Team-based activities that strengthen communication, empathy, and collaboration

Curiosity-driven discussions that encourage asking better questions and thinking deeper

Mini-projects that apply entrepreneurial thinking to everyday problems

Students will walk away with a foundational understanding of entrepreneurship, design thinking, and real-world innovation skills—all while building confidence, teamwork, and a sense of purpose.

📅 Workshop Details
Dates: 10/02/25 – 11/20/25Time: Thursdays 9 am – 10:30 amLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, JacksonvilleAges: 8–16Cost: $125

Why Join the Think Tank?

Learn how to turn everyday frustrations into real opportunities

Develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills

Be part of a like-minded community of young innovators

Build the foundation for our Entrepreneur Bootcamp (next level program)

Ready to Register?
Spots are limited—secure your seat early!

Combat Robotics Beginner Session 2
2025-10-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Homeschool Combat Robotics Workshop!
Kickstart Your Combat Robotics Journey!Join us for an exciting 4-week adventure where homeschoolers dive into the world of combat robotics—designing, building, and battling their very own plastic ant-weight combat robot! Led by experienced competition robotics mentors, this workshop blends engineering, creativity, and hands-on learning in a thrilling, team-based environment.
This is just the beginning! Students will keep the robot they build, laying the foundation for future growth. We’ll be offering advanced workshops and launching an ongoing combat robotics league—giving kids the chance to sharpen their skills, upgrade their bots, and battle it out with other builders all year long!
What’s Included?

Interactive Lessons – Learn core robotics concepts through engaging, hands-on activities.
Expert Mentors – Gain insights from seasoned robotics coaches who guide the entire engineering and design process.
Community & Collaboration – Work alongside fellow homeschoolers in a fun, STEM-focused setting.
Build, Battle & Beyond – Construct your own robot and compete in epic one-on-one matches!
Take It Home – Your student keeps their custom combat robot to continue learning, modifying, and battling!

Workshop Dates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23Time: 10:30 pm – 12:00 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $550 per student
Spaces are limited – Sign up now and let the battles begin! Ideal for ages 8 and up.Learn. Build. Battle. Repeat.

Combat Robotics Advanced Session 2
2025-10-02 14:30 - 16:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Homeschool Combat Robotics: Advanced Workshop
Take Your Bot—and Skills—to the Next Level!
Already built your first battle bot? Now it’s time to level up!
In this 4-week advanced workshop, returning students will dive deeper into the world of combat robotics design and customization. Guided by expert mentors, students will learn the fundamentals of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and 3D printing to create custom parts that make their robots stronger, smarter, and more competitive in the arena.
Whether it’s upgrading a weapon, refining the chassis, or optimizing armor, this workshop focuses on strategic design, precision engineering, and personalized innovation—all while preparing for advanced competition and league play.

What’s Included?

Advanced Engineering Lessons – Learn CAD and digital design using Tinkercad

Custom 3D Printing – Design and print upgraded robot parts

Strategic Build Sessions – Apply iterative design to improve performance

Mentor-Guided Development – Get expert feedback on how to evolve your bot

Battle-Ready Testing – Sharpen your skills with mock matches and real-time adjustments

Keep Your Upgraded Robot – Walk away with a next-level robot built for league competition

📅 Workshop Dates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
🕘 Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm📍 Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221💲 Cost: $175 per student (does not include robot)

🎯 Ideal for ages 8 and up who have completed the beginner workshop.
Spaces are limited – Register now and take your bot to battle-ready brilliance!Design. Print. Upgrade. Battle.

Sock Launcher Catapult Challenge Workshop Jax
2025-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Sock Launcher Catapult Challenge – Aim, Launch, Score!
Join us for an exciting 2-hour STEM adventure in the Sock Launcher Catapult Workshop! In this hands-on challenge, students will dive into the world of force, motion, and engineering as they explore the mechanics behind catapults. Their mission? Design and build a working catapult that can successfully launch a sock into a laundry hamper using everyday materials.
Guided by the Engineering Design Process in a STEM Fair-style format, students will brainstorm, sketch, build, test, and improve their sock-launching devices. Along the way, they’ll learn key physics concepts like trajectory, tension, and energy transfer—while having a blast turning a common household chore into a competitive engineering feat.
What to Expect:

Learn the science behind catapult mechanics and projectile motion

Use the Engineering Design Process to solve a real-world problem

Build and test a functional catapult using household and craft materials

Compete in a friendly challenge to launch socks into a laundry hamper

Develop teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking skills

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Friday October 3rd 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 all materials provided

Perfect for curious minds and creative thinkers, this workshop turns learning into an unforgettable experience. Register today and let your child engineer a solution that’s both educational and hilariously fun!

Conductivity Detectives Workshop Alachua
2025-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Conductivity Detectives: Build & Test Your Own Conductivity Device!
Get ready for a shockingly fun and educational experience in our 2-hour Conductivity Device Workshop! In this hands-on STEM session, students will explore the fascinating world of electrical conductivity by building a simple device that can test whether everyday objects are conductors or insulators.
Combining both the Engineering Design Process and the Scientific Method, students will not only design and build their own working conductivity tester, but also conduct experiments to explore and record which materials allow electricity to flow. They’ll make hypotheses, test variables, collect data, and analyze their results—just like real scientists and engineers.
What to Expect:

Learn the difference between conductors and insulators

Build a working conductivity testing device using basic electronic components

Use the Engineering Design Process to plan, build, and refine their device

Apply the Scientific Method to test, record, and evaluate conductivity in various materials

Practice critical thinking, data analysis, and hands-on problem-solving

Discover how these principles apply to real-world electronics and technology

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Dates: Tuesday October 7th 10am -12 pm

Location: The Old House School, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL 32643

Cost: $40.00 includes all materials

This workshop is the perfect blend of creativity, science, and engineering—designed to spark curiosity and build confidence through exploration and invention. Register today and let your child become a conductivity detective!

Wind Power Workshop Jax
2025-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Wind Power Workshop – Design, Build, and Power Up!
Join Edison Kids for a hands-on Wind Power Workshop where students explore the science of renewable energy and bring engineering to life! In this engaging 2-hour session, participants will dive into how wind energy is harnessed and converted into usable power—then put their knowledge to the test by designing and building a working wind-powered lift.
Students will work through the Engineering Design Process, just like a STEM Fair project—asking questions, imagining solutions, planning, building, testing, and improving their designs. This approach not only deepens understanding of wind energy but also develops critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
What to Expect:

Learn how wind energy works and why it matters

Work through the full Engineering Design Process

Build a wind-powered lift

Explore renewable energy in a real-world, hands-on way

Practice teamwork and presentation skills in a STEM Fair-style format

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Age Group: 8 years old and up

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 all materials included

Date: Friday October 17th 2025 10:oo am – 12:00 pm

Give your child the opportunity to discover the power of innovation! Space is limited—register today and let them experience STEM in action.

Weather Watchers: Clouds Workshop Alachua
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Weather Watchers: Can Clouds Help Us Predict the Weather?
Step into the role of a young meteorologist in our 2-hour Weather Watchers Workshop, where science meets the sky! In this hands-on, inquiry-based session, students will use the Scientific Method to explore the theory: Can we predict the weather by observing clouds? Through observation, hypothesis, data collection, and analysis, they’ll learn how cloud types relate to changing weather patterns—and whether they can make accurate forecasts based on what they see in the sky.
Students will practice identifying common cloud types, explore the conditions that create them, and conduct real-time experiments and simulations to test their predictions. This workshop fosters curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific observation, all while helping students see the world around them through a new lens.
What to Expect:

Learn to identify and classify different types of clouds

Explore how clouds form and what they reveal about upcoming weather

Use the Scientific Method to form hypotheses and test weather predictions

Collect and analyze observational data like real meteorologists

Strengthen skills in scientific reasoning, pattern recognition, and critical thinking

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Tuesday October 21st 2025 10 am – 12 pm

Location: The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave

Cost: $40.00 all materials included

Perfect for curious minds and budding scientists, this workshop blends earth science with hands-on exploration in a fun and engaging way. Register today and let your child discover how the sky can be a natural weather lab!

Creative Engineering Session 2
2025-10-23 09:00 - 10:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Creative Engineering: 3D Print & CAD Workshop!
Unlock the future of design with our 5-week Creative Engineering Workshop! This hands-on program introduces homeschoolers to the exciting world of 3D printing and CAD, combining creativity, engineering, and problem-solving into one dynamic experience.
What Your Child Will Gain:

CAD Mastery: Learn the fundamentals of computer-aided design to create digital 3D models.
3D Printing Skills: Turn designs into reality by printing custom creations.
Creative Problem-Solving: Develop innovative solutions through design thinking.
Engineering Insights: Understand the basics of prototyping and product development.
Teamwork & Collaboration: Work with peers on thrilling design challenges.

Workshop Details:
Dates: Thursday, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 amDuration: 5 Weeks, 1.5-hour sessionsCost: $115
This interactive workshop fosters innovation and empowers students to bring their ideas to life using cutting-edge tools. Perfect for aspiring engineers and designers, spaces are limited, so don’t wait—register today!
Creative Engineering IntensiveThis advanced option builds on Creative Engineering with extended project time, additional challenges, and deeper exploration into prototyping. Students will gain more hands-on design practice and expand their final portfolio.
Create. Design. Innovate!

Build It! Bible Challenge
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Where kids build faith and STEM skills brick by brick.
In this hands-on workshop, kids dive into Bible stories like Creation, Noah’s Ark, and David & Goliath—then bring them to life through building challenges! Each week combines:

📖 Bible Truths – a short, kid-friendly devotion.

🧱 STEM Skills – foundations, balance, motion, and problem-solving.

🎉 LEGO® Brick Challenges – fun, creative builds that reinforce learning.

This 5-week series is designed for Kindergarten and Elementary ages. Kids will learn to think like engineers, grow in their faith, and have a blast creating with bricks.
✅ Perfect for any child who loves building and Bible adventures.
Length: 5 weeksAges: Kindergarten – ElementaryFormat: Weekly 60–75 minute sessionSession Dates: 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20Price: $65
⚠️ Note: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group. This program is not sponsored, authorized, or endorsed by the LEGO Group.

Weather Watchers: Clouds Workshop Jax
2025-10-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Weather Watchers: Can Clouds Help Us Predict the Weather?
Step into the role of a young meteorologist in our 2-hour Weather Watchers Workshop, where science meets the sky! In this hands-on, inquiry-based session, students will use the Scientific Method to explore the theory: Can we predict the weather by observing clouds? Through observation, hypothesis, data collection, and analysis, they’ll learn how cloud types relate to changing weather patterns—and whether they can make accurate forecasts based on what they see in the sky.
Students will practice identifying common cloud types, explore the conditions that create them, and conduct real-time experiments and simulations to test their predictions. This workshop fosters curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific observation, all while helping students see the world around them through a new lens.
What to Expect:

Learn to identify and classify different types of clouds

Explore how clouds form and what they reveal about upcoming weather

Use the Scientific Method to form hypotheses and test weather predictions

Collect and analyze observational data like real meteorologists

Strengthen skills in scientific reasoning, pattern recognition, and critical thinking

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Friday October 31st 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 all materials included

Perfect for curious minds and budding scientists, this workshop blends earth science with hands-on exploration in a fun and engaging way. Register today and let your child discover how the sky can be a natural weather lab!

Edison Robotics League Combat Meet Nov Alachua
2025-11-04 14:30 - 16:00 | The Old School House, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL, 32643, United States
Edison Robotics League: Combat Meet
The next Edison Robotics League competition is here! Open to all students who have completed the Combat Robotics Workshop, this double-elimination meet will put your engineering and driving skills to the test.
Competitors will battle head-to-head for leaderboard points and prizes while gaining real-world experience in design, repair, and strategy under pressure.
📅 Date: Tuesday November 4th 2026🕘 Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm📍 Location: The Old Schoolhouse/Swampbots, 23760 NW 187th Ave, High Springs, FL⚙️ Format: Double Elimination🏆 Eligibility: Students who have completed the Combat Robotics Workshop

Edison Robotics League Combat Meet Nov Jax
2025-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Edison Robotics League: Combat Meet
The next Edison Robotics League competition is here! Open to all students who have completed the Combat Robotics Workshop, this double-elimination meet will put your engineering and driving skills to the test.
Competitors will battle head-to-head for leaderboard points and prizes while gaining real-world experience in design, repair, and strategy under pressure.
📅 Date: Thursday November 6th 2026🕘 Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm📍 Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville⚙️ Format: Double Elimination🏆 Eligibility: Students who have completed the Combat Robotics Workshop

Conductivity Detectives Workshop Jax
2025-11-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Conductivity Detectives: Build & Test Your Own Conductivity Device!
Get ready for a shockingly fun and educational experience in our 2-hour Conductivity Device Workshop! In this hands-on STEM session, students will explore the fascinating world of electrical conductivity by building a simple device that can test whether everyday objects are conductors or insulators.
Combining both the Engineering Design Process and the Scientific Method, students will not only design and build their own working conductivity tester, but also conduct experiments to explore and record which materials allow electricity to flow. They’ll make hypotheses, test variables, collect data, and analyze their results—just like real scientists and engineers.
What to Expect:

Learn the difference between conductors and insulators

Build a working conductivity testing device using basic electronic components

Use the Engineering Design Process to plan, build, and refine their device

Apply the Scientific Method to test, record, and evaluate conductivity in various materials

Practice critical thinking, data analysis, and hands-on problem-solving

Discover how these principles apply to real-world electronics and technology

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Dates: Friday November 14th, 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 includes all materials

This workshop is the perfect blend of creativity, science, and engineering—designed to spark curiosity and build confidence through exploration and invention. Register today and let your child become a conductivity detective!

Brick Contraptions Workshop
2025-11-18 14:30 - 16:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Where Creativity Meets Engineering!
Join us for a 5-week hands-on adventure where homeschoolers explore the exciting world of simple machines, chain reactions, and inventive design! Using LEGO® bricks, students will build, test, and refine their very own Rube Goldberg–style contraptions that complete fun challenges—like popping a balloon or ringing a bell!
Led by experienced STEM mentors, this workshop blends creativity, collaboration, and engineering as kids learn how motion, force, and cause-and-effect come together to create truly amazing machines.
This is the perfect workshop for builders who love experimenting and problem-solving. Each week brings new discoveries, as students explore how levers, pulleys, gears, and ramps can work together to make something incredible happen!

What’s Included?
Interactive Lessons – Explore simple machines and mechanical motion through hands-on LEGO® builds.Creative Design Challenges – Build multi-step contraptions that link motion, energy, and imagination.Team Collaboration – Work with other homeschoolers to brainstorm, test, and improve your ideas.STEM Foundations – Learn key engineering concepts like energy transfer, cause and effect, and design iteration.Final Challenge – Design and present a Rube Goldberg–style machine to complete a surprise task!

Workshop Details:
Dates: Tuesdays – November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 16Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $100 per student
Spaces are limited – reserve your spot today and get ready to build the impossible!Design. Build. Imagine.

STEM Winter Workshop Series
2025-12-04 09:00 - 16:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Invent. Experiment. Inspire.From imagination to innovation—watch creativity come alive this winter!

❄️ Spark Creativity This Winter!
Join Edison Kids for an unforgettable Winter STEM Series featuring four unique 3-hour workshops that blend hands-on creativity, engineering, coding, and science fun! Each lab offers a brand-new challenge—students can attend one, two, or all four!
Led by passionate STEM mentors, these sessions combine problem-solving, design thinking, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Whether your child loves LEGO® building, coding games, inventing gadgets, or exploring science experiments, there’s something for every young innovator!

🔬 What’s Included?
Interactive Lessons – Dive into engaging, hands-on STEM challenges designed for real-world learning.Expert Mentors – Learn from experienced instructors who make science and engineering come alive.Teamwork & Creativity – Collaborate, create, and share ideas in a fun, project-based setting.Winter-Themed Projects – Each lab explores a unique winter challenge through building, coding, or experimenting.

🧱 Workshop Lineup
1️⃣ LEGO® Engineering: Winter OlympicsDecember 4 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMDesign, build, and test LEGO contraptions that compete in Winter Games events! Explore force, motion, and friction while racing sleds, building ski jumps, and earning creativity medals.
2️⃣ Code & Create: Holiday AnimationDecember 4 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMBring imagination to life with coding! Use Scratch to design interactive winter stories and games while learning logic, loops, and animation.
3️⃣ Innovator’s Lab: Build for a CauseDecember 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMInvent with heart! Students brainstorm real-world problems and build gadgets that help others during the winter season—then present their inventions in a fun showcase.
4️⃣ STEM Lab: Snow ScienceDecember 11 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMExperiment, build, and explore the science behind snow! Launch snowballs, melt ice, build frozen towers, and create a blizzard in a bottle while learning key STEM principles.

📅 Workshop Details
Ages: 6–16Dates: December 4 & 11Times: 9 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 4 PM (see lineup)Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221
Cost:💰 1 Workshop – $125💰 2 Workshops – $230💰 All 4 Workshops – $400(Materials Included)

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Spaces are limited – register today and give your child the gift of creativity and innovation this winter!
Invent. Experiment. Inspire.From imagination to innovation—watch creativity come alive this winter!

Paper Creative Circuits Jax
2025-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Paper Creative Circuits Workshop – Light Up Your Ideas!
In this hands-on Paper Creative Circuits Workshop, students will explore the exciting world of electricity and art by designing greeting cards that actually light up! Over the course of 2 hours, students will learn the basics of electrical circuits and apply their knowledge to build simple and parallel circuits using conductive tape, LEDs, and batteries—all while expressing their creativity through card design.
Students will work through the Engineering Design Process in a STEM Fair-style format, guiding them through each step from asking questions to imagining, planning, creating, testing, and improving their design. This workshop is the perfect blend of science and creativity, giving students a concrete, hands-on experience that brings abstract STEM concepts to life.
What to Expect:

Learn the fundamentals of electrical circuits

Create glowing greeting cards using LEDs and conductive tape

Build both simple and parallel circuits

Work through the Engineering Design Process like a STEM Fair project

Combine creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills in a fun, engaging way

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Friday December 5th 2025, 10:00am – 12:00 pm

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 includes all supplies

Don’t miss this illuminating experience! Register today and let your child discover how science and creativity can work together to light up the world.

Sew Creative Circuits Jax
2025-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Sew Creative Circuits Workshop – Stitch, Spark, and Shine!
Get ready to blend creativity with technology in our Sew Creative Circuits Workshop! In this 2-hour hands-on session, students will explore the basics of electrical circuits and learn how they power the world around us. Then, using conductive thread, batteries, and LEDs, they’ll apply that knowledge to design and sew a light-up bookmark they can take home.
Guided by the Engineering Design Process in a STEM Fair-style format, students will ask questions, imagine solutions, plan, create, and improve their projects—just like real engineers and inventors. This workshop encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and an understanding of how wearable technology works, all in a fun and engaging environment.
What to Expect:

Learn the basics of circuitry and how electrical circuits function

Explore the growing world of wearable technology

Use conductive thread and LEDs to sew a light-up bookmark

Work through the full Engineering Design Process

Practice creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving

Workshop Details:

Duration: 2 hours

Date: Friday December 12th, 2025, 10:oo am – 12:00 pm

Location: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221

Cost: $40.00 includes all supplies

This is the perfect opportunity for kids who love to create, explore, and learn in innovative ways. Space is limited—register today and let your child light up their imagination!

Maverick Robotics Regional Championship
2025-12-19 - 2025-12-20 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Please use this event to submit your Regionals Team Fee for the FIRST LEGO League Northeast Florida Regional Championship.
Payment confirms your child’s spot on the team roster and helps cover tournament fees, supplies, and event expenses.
Notes:– Payment is due at registration and is non-refundable.– Scholarship families may select Step Up Direct Pay if applicable.
Thank you for supporting your student as we prepare for Regionals!

Combat Robotics Beginner Tuesday AM
2026-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Homeschool Combat Robotics Workshop!
Kickstart Your Combat Robotics Journey!Join us for an exciting 4-week adventure where homeschoolers dive into the world of combat robotics—designing, building, and battling their very own plastic ant-weight combat robot! Led by experienced competition robotics mentors, this workshop blends engineering, creativity, and hands-on learning in a thrilling, team-based environment.
This is just the beginning! Students will keep the robot they build, laying the foundation for future growth. We’ll be offering advanced workshops and launching an ongoing combat robotics league—giving kids the chance to sharpen their skills, upgrade their bots, and battle it out with other builders all year long!
What’s Included?

Interactive Lessons – Learn core robotics concepts through engaging, hands-on activities.
Expert Mentors – Gain insights from seasoned robotics coaches who guide the entire engineering and design process.
Community & Collaboration – Work alongside fellow homeschoolers in a fun, STEM-focused setting.
Build, Battle & Beyond – Construct your own robot and compete in epic one-on-one matches!
Take It Home – Your student keeps their custom combat robot to continue learning, modifying, and battling!

Workshop Dates: 1/13, 1/20. 1/27, 2/3Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $600 per student
Spaces are limited – Sign up now and let the battles begin! Ideal for ages 8 and up.Learn. Build. Battle. Repeat.

Creative Engineering Tuesdays
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Creative Engineering: 3D Print & CAD Workshop!
Unlock the future of design with our 5-week Creative Engineering Workshop! This hands-on program introduces homeschoolers to the exciting world of 3D printing and CAD, combining creativity, engineering, and problem-solving into one dynamic experience.
What Your Child Will Gain:

CAD Mastery: Learn the fundamentals of computer-aided design to create digital 3D models.
3D Printing Skills: Turn designs into reality by printing custom creations.
Creative Problem-Solving: Develop innovative solutions through design thinking.
Engineering Insights: Understand the basics of prototyping and product development.
Teamwork & Collaboration: Work with peers on thrilling design challenges.

Workshop Details:
Dates: Tuesday, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pmDuration: 5 Weeks, 1.5-hour sessionsCost: $115
This interactive workshop fosters innovation and empowers students to bring their ideas to life using cutting-edge tools. Perfect for aspiring engineers and designers, spaces are limited, so don’t wait—register today!
Creative Engineering IntensiveThis advanced option builds on Creative Engineering with extended project time, additional challenges, and deeper exploration into prototyping. Students will gain more hands-on design practice and expand their final portfolio.
Create. Design. Innovate!

Combat Robotics Beginner Tuesday PM
2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Homeschool Combat Robotics Workshop!
Kickstart Your Combat Robotics Journey!Join us for an exciting 5-week adventure where homeschoolers dive into the world of combat robotics—designing, building, and battling their very own plastic ant-weight combat robot! Led by experienced competition robotics mentors, this workshop blends engineering, creativity, and hands-on learning in a thrilling, team-based environment.
This is just the beginning! Students will keep the robot they build, laying the foundation for future growth. We’ll be offering advanced workshops and launching an ongoing combat robotics league—giving kids the chance to sharpen their skills, upgrade their bots, and battle it out with other builders all year long!
What’s Included?

Interactive Lessons – Learn core robotics concepts through engaging, hands-on activities.
Expert Mentors – Gain insights from seasoned robotics coaches who guide the entire engineering and design process.
Community & Collaboration – Work alongside fellow homeschoolers in a fun, STEM-focused setting.
Build, Battle & Beyond – Construct your own robot and compete in epic one-on-one matches!
Take It Home – Your student keeps their custom combat robot to continue learning, modifying, and battling!

Workshop Dates: 1/13, 1/20. 1/27, 2/3, 2/9Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $600 per student
Spaces are limited – Sign up now and let the battles begin! Ideal for ages 8 and up.Learn. Build. Battle. Repeat.

Creative Engineering Friday
2026-01-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Creative Engineering: 3D Print & CAD Workshop!
Unlock the future of design with our 5-week Creative Engineering Workshop! This hands-on program introduces homeschoolers to the exciting world of 3D printing and CAD, combining creativity, engineering, and problem-solving into one dynamic experience.
What Your Child Will Gain:

CAD Mastery: Learn the fundamentals of computer-aided design to create digital 3D models.
3D Printing Skills: Turn designs into reality by printing custom creations.
Creative Problem-Solving: Develop innovative solutions through design thinking.
Engineering Insights: Understand the basics of prototyping and product development.
Teamwork & Collaboration: Work with peers on thrilling design challenges.

Workshop Details:
Dates: Friday, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pmDuration: 5 Weeks, 1.5-hour sessionsCost: $115
This interactive workshop fosters innovation and empowers students to bring their ideas to life using cutting-edge tools. Perfect for aspiring engineers and designers, spaces are limited, so don’t wait—register today!
Creative Engineering IntensiveThis advanced option builds on Creative Engineering with extended project time, additional challenges, and deeper exploration into prototyping. Students will gain more hands-on design practice and expand their final portfolio.
Create. Design. Innovate!

Scratch Coding Club Spring 26
2026-01-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Code. Create. Play.Join us for a fun and creative 16-week adventure where homeschoolers explore the exciting world of coding using Scratch — a kid-friendly platform that turns programming into play! Students will design animations, tell interactive stories, and build games while learning real coding logic, sequencing, and problem-solving skills.
Each week builds confidence as kids bring their ideas to life on screen and share their creations with friends. Guided by experienced STEM mentors, students will develop both creativity and critical thinking while discovering that coding is more about imagination than math!

What’s Included?
Interactive Lessons – Learn coding fundamentals through fun, hands-on projects.Creative Projects – Animate your name, design mini-games, and tell digital stories.Expert Mentors – Get step-by-step guidance from experienced Edison Kids instructors.Collaboration & Fun – Work alongside fellow homeschoolers in a supportive environment.Showcase & Share – Celebrate your progress by showing off your finished games!

Workshop Dates: 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $400 per student
Spaces are limited – Sign up today and watch your child’s creativity come alive through code!Ideal for ages 7–15.
Think it. Code it. Create it.

LEGO® Space Robotics Club
2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
🚀 LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime Space Robotics Club (16 Weeks)
Build. Code. Explore Space.
Blast off into robotics with our 16-week LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime Space Robotics Club, where homeschool students ages 7–13 design, build, and program robots to complete exciting space-themed missions inspired by the LEGO Education Space Challenge.
This hands-on engineering experience introduces students to real robotics concepts through creative problem-solving, teamwork, and guided exploration. Using LEGO SPIKE Prime kits and official mission models, students will tackle challenges like docking, sample collection, navigation, and mission optimization — just like real space engineers.
No prior robotics experience is required. Beginners and experienced builders alike will grow in confidence as they progress through increasingly complex missions.

🧠 What Students Will Learn

Core robotics and engineering principles

Block-based programming using LEGO SPIKE Prime

Sensor integration (color, distance, motors)

Mechanical design and attachments

Problem-solving using the Engineering Design Process

Teamwork, communication, and perseverance

🔧 What We’ll Do Each Week

Build and modify a SPIKE Prime robot

Program autonomous behaviors and missions

Test, debug, and iterate designs

Learn real-world engineering strategies

Prepare for a final Space Challenge competition

Each 2-hour session blends instruction, hands-on building, coding, testing, and reflection in a supportive, creativity-driven environment.

📅 Program Details
Ages: 7–13Duration: 16 weeks | Starts January 28th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pmClass Length: 2 hours per weekExperience Level: Beginner to IntermediateTeam Size: Small groups for hands-on learning
📌 All robotics equipment is provided during class.

🏁 Final Space Challenge
The program culminates in a Space Challenge Showcase, where students demonstrate their robots completing missions on the space field. Families are invited to celebrate student growth, creativity, and engineering skills.

👩‍🏫 Why Edison Kids?
At Edison Kids, we specialize in hands-on STEM education for curious, creative learners. Our robotics programs are designed to build confidence, resilience, and real technical skills — not just follow instructions.
Students don’t just learn how to build a robot — they learn how to think like engineers.

🎟️ Registration
Spots are limited to ensure quality instruction and equipment access.👉 Advance registration required.

Python Coding Club Spring 26
2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Jacksonville Launch Pad, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, United States
Code. Build. Launch.Step beyond drag-and-drop and into real-world programming!
Join us for a fun and confidence-building 16-week Python adventure where homeschoolers learn to code using one of the most popular languages in the world. Students will create games, build mini apps, solve puzzles, and automate cool projects while learning the real foundations of programming—logic, variables, loops, conditionals, and problem-solving.
Each week, students gain skills they can actually use, and they’ll leave understanding that Python isn’t “hard”—it’s powerful. Guided by experienced Edison Kids STEM mentors, kids will learn how to think like programmers while turning their ideas into projects they’re proud to share.
What’s Included?

Interactive Lessons – Learn Python fundamentals step-by-step with hands-on coding challenges.

Real Projects – Build games, calculators, story generators, simple tools, and creative mini apps.

Expert Mentors – Get clear instruction and personal help from experienced Edison Kids instructors.

Collaboration & Fun – Work alongside other homeschool coders in a supportive environment.

Showcase & Share – Celebrate progress by presenting final projects and “level-ups” throughout the session!

Workshop Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pmLocation: Edison Kids Innovation Center, 9300 Normandy Blvd, Suite 508, Jacksonville, FL 32221Cost: $400 per student
Spaces are limited — sign up today and give your child a real coding skill that grows with them!Ideal for ages 9–16 (recommended: basic typing/reading comfort).
Think it. Code it. Build it in Python.
