Home School Program (ages 5-12)

Our home school classes are offered on Mondays from 1:00-3:00 pm for students ages 5-12. A different three-week science unit is taught each month, with each class consisting of instructional time, hands-on activities, and guided nature walks. Handouts for parents with extension ideas and projects are provided for follow up at home.

Register below for Fall 2013!

Date: September 9 – December 16
Time: Three Mondays a month at 1:00 pm (classes for ages 5-8 and 9-12)
Fees per student: $55 M / $85 NM per three-week unit
Register for the spring and save! $185M / $300 NM
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ages 5-8

Home School Fall Series at 1:00 pm for ages 5-8

Member Level Discount (discounts based on member level) Login or Register
Non-member tickets $300 x
Discounted tickets are offered based on your membership level
 
Attendee #1
First Name   Last Name
Age   Allergies/Medical Information
Birthdate

Parent and Emergency Contact Information:

Parent Name
First Name   Last Name
Home Phone
Cell Phone
Work Phone
Email  

In case of emergency:

Emergency/Additional Contact
First Name   Last Name
Phone  
How did you hear about this program?

No switching classes after registration.

 

Participation agreement

By submitting this form, I certify that all the above participants are in good health and agree to indemnify the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center for all claims arising in connection with above programs without limit and regard to cause thereof or the sole, joint, or concurrent negligence of any parties including Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. I also agree that by submitting this form I also give permission for all the participants registered to be videotaped or photographed for use in Houston Arboretum & Nature Center publications, news publications or broadcasts or on the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center website.

I also understand that registrations are processed for Arboretum members first, then in the order received. I am not registered for the class until receipt of confirmation via email. I must notify the Arboretum of cancellation, in writing, no later than 10 days prior to the class to receive a 50% refund.

Class/Program Cancellation by the Arboretum:
Minimum Enrollment: The Arboretum reserves the right to cancel any program if minimum registration has not been met. A full refund will be issued for programs cancelled by the Arboretum for this reason.

Inclement weather: Programs are held rain or shine; refunds will not be given due to weather unless class is cancelled by Arboretum. If severe weather is a possibility, the Arboretum will make every effort to contact participants regarding class cancellations or rescheduling. Please call our main line at 713-681-8433 or check our web site for updates. In severe weather, we will also announce class cancellations through 740 AM KTRH radio.

Cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances: In the event a class or program must be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the Arboretum will make every effort to notify participants as soon as possible and if the class will not be offered again, provide at the Arboretum's discretion, a prorated credit or refund.

 

ages 9-12

Home School Fall Series at 1:00 p.m. for ages 9-12

Member Level Discount (discounts based on member level) Login or Register
Non-member tickets $300 x
Discounted tickets are offered based on your membership level
    Attendee #1
    First Name   Last Name
    Age   Allergies/Medical Information
    Birthdate

    Parent and Emergency Contact Information:

    Parent Name
    First Name   Last Name
    Home Phone
    Cell Phone
    Work Phone
    Email  

    In case of emergency:

    Emergency/Additional Contact
    First Name   Last Name
    Phone  
    How did you hear about this program?

    No switching classes after registration.

     

    Participation agreement

    By submitting this form, I certify that all the above participants are in good health and agree to indemnify the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center for all claims arising in connection with above programs without limit and regard to cause thereof or the sole, joint, or concurrent negligence of any parties including Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. I also agree that by submitting this form I also give permission for all the participants registered to be videotaped or photographed for use in Houston Arboretum & Nature Center publications, news publications or broadcasts or on the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center website.

    I also understand that registrations are processed for Arboretum members first, then in the order received. I am not registered for the class until receipt of confirmation via email. I must notify the Arboretum of cancellation, in writing, no later than 10 days prior to the class to receive a 50% refund.

    Class/Program Cancellation by the Arboretum:
    Minimum Enrollment: The Arboretum reserves the right to cancel any program if minimum registration has not been met. A full refund will be issued for programs cancelled by the Arboretum for this reason.

    Inclement weather: Programs are held rain or shine; refunds will not be given due to weather unless class is cancelled by Arboretum. If severe weather is a possibility, the Arboretum will make every effort to contact participants regarding class cancellations or rescheduling. Please call our main line at 713-681-8433 or check our web site for updates. In severe weather, we will also announce class cancellations through 740 AM KTRH radio.

    Cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances: In the event a class or program must be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the Arboretum will make every effort to notify participants as soon as possible and if the class will not be offered again, provide at the Arboretum's discretion, a prorated credit or refund.

     
     

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