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Welcome to AstroLab—where young scientists become space explorers! In this hands-on program, students discover how rockets launch, how planets move, and how engineers design for space. Through fun experiments and building challenges, kids launch bottle rockets, test paper airplanes, design Mars rover wheels, explore moon phases and craters, and learn how light and the Sun help us explore the universe.

Intended for students in grades Kindergarten – 3rd.

June 8, 9 , 10

8:30am – 11:30am

Cost: $155

Ever wondered how drones are built? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll go from parts to propellers and create your very own drone from scratch.

Intended for students in grades 4th-9th.

June 16

Saturday, 8:30am – 11:30am

Cost: $75

We’re bringing our Rural Program to the Newton and Albion this summer, and we’re taking aim at the laws of physics! Step into the shes of a mechanical engineer to build and experiment with a catapult!

Cost: Free!

June 25

Newton YMCA:

  • When: 9:30am-12pm
  • Where: 1701 S 8th Ave E, ​Newton, IA 50208
  • Registration: Link

Albion Library:

  • When: 1pm-2pm
  • Where: 400 North Main Street, Albion, IA 50005
  • Registration: Link

Ever wondered how drones are built? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll go from parts to propellers and create your very own drone from scratch.

Intended for students in grades 4th-9th.

July 21

Saturday, 8:30am – 11:30am

Cost: $60 before May 30, $75 after

Get ready for a three-Saturday summer blast this July! This high-energy camp turns Des Moines into a giant laboratory where science is messy, edible, and everywhere. Students will transform into Food Scientists and Dirt Detectives to uncover the secrets of the snack drawer and the world beneath their feet.

Intended for students in grades K-8th.

July 11, 18, 25

Tuesdays, 9am – 12pm

Cost: $90

Our comprehensive curriculum aligns with national math standards, covering everything from fundamental 4th-8th grade concepts to Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Precalculus

Sept. 29 – Nov 17

Mondays, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM CST

Cost: $25

Payment & Scholarships

We prefer mail-in payment or payment over Zelle due to no charge fees.

if you have any questions about payment, contact us at info@jewelsacademy.org

PAYMENT BY MAIL:

Make check payable to Jewels Academy, 1620 Pleasant Street, Suite 216, Des Moines, IA 50314.

PAYMENT BY Zelle:

Have Questions?

Do you have questions about our programs, how to register or would like to know more about our scholarships. Contact us and look forward to helping you.