MakerSpaces
Class Descriptions
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Cardboard Engineering
Semester: Fall 2026
Grades: 1st - 4th
Day: Tuesday
Time: 12pm - 1pm
Number of Weeks: 13 (full semester)
Teacher: Darsha Barfield
Cost: $175
Teacher / Curriculum / Supply Fee: $15 paid directly to Teacher
Supplies: Hold onto that cardboard!! We will need some of it in class!! Thank you!
What can you create with a little imagination and a lot of cardboard? In this hands-on Makerspace class for students in grades 1–4, young engineers will design, build, test, and improve a variety of creations using cardboard and other simple materials. Through fun engineering challenges and creative projects, students will explore concepts such as design, structure, stability, problem-solving, and innovation while constructing everything from buildings and bridges to games, inventions, and moving creations. Along the way, students will develop critical-thinking skills, creativity, perseverance, and confidence as they learn that great ideas often begin with simple materials and a willingness to experiment. This class is perfect for curious builders, creative thinkers, and young inventors who love to imagine, create, and make their ideas come to life.
Cardboard Engineering
Semester: Fall 2026
Grades: 1st - 4th
Day: Thursday
Time: 8:30am - 10am
Number of Weeks: 13 (full semester)
Teacher: TBD
Cost: $175
Teacher / Curriculum / Supply Fee: $15 paid directly to Teacher
Supplies: Hold onto that cardboard!! We will need some of it in class!! Thank you!
What can you create with a little imagination and a lot of cardboard? In this hands-on Makerspace class for students in grades 1–4, young engineers will design, build, test, and improve a variety of creations using cardboard and other simple materials. Through fun engineering challenges and creative projects, students will explore concepts such as design, structure, stability, problem-solving, and innovation while constructing everything from buildings and bridges to games, inventions, and moving creations. Along the way, students will develop critical-thinking skills, creativity, perseverance, and confidence as they learn that great ideas often begin with simple materials and a willingness to experiment. This class is perfect for curious builders, creative thinkers, and young inventors who love to imagine, create, and make their ideas come to life.
Intro to Hand Sewing
Semester: Fall 2026
Grades: 5th - 8th
Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Number of Weeks: 13 (full semester)
Teacher: TBD
Cost: $175
Teacher / Curriculum / Supply Fee: $50 paid directly to Teacher
Learn a practical skill while creating projects you can be proud of! In this hands-on Makerspace class for students in grades 5–8, learners will be introduced to the fundamentals of hand sewing through a variety of beginner-friendly projects. Students will learn essential skills such as threading a needle, tying knots, basic stitches, attaching buttons, repairing simple items, and following patterns while creating fun and functional projects. Along the way, they will develop patience, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence as they transform fabric and thread into finished creations. Whether students are interested in crafting, fashion, design, or simply learning a valuable life skill, this class provides a supportive environment to build foundational sewing skills that can be used for years to come.
Clay Sculpting with Introspection
Semester: Fall 2026
Grades: 5th - 8th
Day: Thursday
Time: 12pm - 12:30pm
Number of Weeks: 13 (full semester)
Teacher: Shellsea Gilmore
Cost: $100
Teacher / Curriculum / Supply Fee: $65 paid directly to Teacher
Creativity and self-reflection come together in this unique hands-on Makerspace class for students in grades 5–8. Through a variety of clay sculpting projects focusing mostly on air dry clay, students will learn basic techniques while exploring themes related to identity, character, emotions, goals, and personal growth. Each project will encourage students to think deeply, express ideas visually, and reflect on their experiences through guided prompts and discussion. As students create functional and artistic pieces, they will develop creativity, fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and self-awareness in a supportive and encouraging environment. No prior sculpting experience is necessary—just a willingness to create, explore, and discover new ways of expressing ideas through art.
Jewelry Making
Semester: Fall 2026
Grades: 5th - 8th
Day: Thursday
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Number of Weeks: 13 (full semester)
Teacher: TBD
Cost: $175
Teacher / Curriculum / Supply Fee: $50 paid directly to Teacher
Design, create, and wear your own handcrafted creations! In this hands-on Makerspace class, students will explore the art and craft of jewelry making while learning a variety of techniques used to create beautiful and unique accessories. Projects may include bracelets, necklaces, earrings, keychains, and other wearable art using beads, wire, cord, charms, and other materials. Along the way, students will develop creativity, fine motor skills, attention to detail, and design thinking as they experiment with color, pattern, texture, and personal expression. Whether creating gifts for others or one-of-a-kind pieces for themselves, students will enjoy the process of transforming simple materials into finished works of art. No prior jewelry-making experience is required.