Love rocks? Of course you do! Explore the mysteries of rocks, gems, and minerals as well as the fun side of rocks as you simulate volcanos, grow crystals and learn how to identify minerals. We’ll take a field trip across campus to the School of Energy one day during class. $5 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (16 max)

SERENA GREENWOOD is a geology major who loves sharing her passion or science with younger students.

Can you build the strongest bridge or the tallest tower? How about a replica of your house with LEGOs? Discover what it’s like to be a real contractor and builder, from looking at and making our own blue prints to creating something amazing! $5 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

TARA DOUGLAS has been a teacher for over 10 years in public school, homeschool and settings. She loves helping kids learn something new and find a love for learning!

Hispanic traditions taste so good! Traditional beans and rice, enchiladas, and more —your learning will come to life not just from the oven but also through Spanish vocabulary and learning Mexican games while you wait. $20 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (16 max)

YARELY QUINTANA returns for a third year of sharing her culinary traditions at Kids Kollege.

Christmas all year long! Learn Yuletide favorites to play for the holiday season. Put your hands to the keys in a group setting. All students need to be able to read letters, numbers and simple sentences. Keyboards provided. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (10 max)

MEGAN JACK loves seeing students enjoy piano lessons and teaches privately.

Isaac Newton’s laws have helped usunderst and how objects move and react. From cradles to kickballs, learn these scientific concepts in real world fun, hands-on activities. $8 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

TROY REED has worked for afterschool and summer enrichment programs for nine years, including Kids Kollege and the 21st Century grant.

Play a game that makes you think. Learn the basics of chess so you can play at school, with friends or with your parents. Discover how each piece moves,how to checkmate an opponent and what moves at the start of the game lead to success. Whether beginner or experienced, play lots of games against other students and you might even challenge the teacher. (24 max)

MEL SHARP is an active member of the Four Corners Chess Club and a retired elementary school teacher, with 20+ years of teaching experience.

Get messy with while making a masterpiece! Put your creativity to work and use your imagination! Develop your skills while working with paint, pastels, markers, colored pencils and crayons. Make sure to wear clothes that can get dirty. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

Instructor: JULIE HOYT

Keep summer alive! End the summer with popular recess activities, such as four corners, tag, the floor is lava, heads-up, seven up and four square! Bring a water bottle and wear nonmarking athletic shoes. (24 max)

Instructor: TROY REED