Youth Maker Classes at CVMake
At CVMake, kids don’t just learn - they build, create, and explore real-world technology. Our youth classes are designed to spark curiosity, strengthen problem-solving skills, and empower the next generation of inventors and engineers.
Classes start in January 2026
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Homeschool Enrichment at Conejo Valley Makerspace
Hands-on STEM learning designed for home educators
CVMake provides a collaborative learning environment where homeschool students can explore technology, science, and engineering through project-based activities. Our enrichment classes support learning goals with engaging, practical experiences - the perfect complement to home instruction.
✔ Weekday schedules
✔ Lessons aligned with STEM Standards
✔ Small groups for individualized guidance
✔ Multi-level learning - elementary through middle school
✔ A welcoming community of curious builders and inventors
Students gain skills in:
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Engineering design
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Creative problem-solving
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Teamwork and communication
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Scientific thinking and experimentation
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Digital skills and technology literacy
Maker Class
DIY • Tinkering • Creative STEM Exploration
Young makers dive into hands-on building challenges using a wide variety of tools and materials. Each session combines imagination, teamwork, and engineering principles to help students bring ideas to life.
✔ Hands-on learning with real tools
✔ Encourages creativity, teamwork & problem-solving
✔ Designed and led by experienced mentors & engineers
✔ Perfect for young makers curious about how things work
Topics that may be explored in class:
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DIY - Do it yourself, learning, discovery, STEM, invention
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Aeronautics - Flight physics, airplanes, rocketry
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Computers - Binary numbers, how it works, take apart a PC
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Electronics - Electricity, LEDs, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
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Lego - Machines, vehicles, movement, design
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Mechanical engineering - Bridges, structures, forces
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Radio - Wireless, AM & FM radio, get on the air with HAM radio
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Robotics - mechatronics, code, motors, controllers
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Science - biology, chemistry, physics, scientific method
3D Printing Class
Modeling • Scanning • Fabrication Techniques
Students learn the full 3D creation process: design, slice, and print! They also explore 3D scanning and the engineering skills that turn imagination into something you can hold.
Topics:
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3D modeling
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3D printer operation
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Object design
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Object scanning
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Materials used
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Fabrication methods
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Methods for 3D printing
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Use cases
