Homeschool Day on Tuesday, Jan. 13

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Discovery Park of America invites homeschool students to kick off the 2026 Homeschool Day season with a hands-on, educational experience designed just for students. New for 2026, Homeschool Days now offer two convenient session options, allowing families to choose the time that works best for their schedule.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]

January Theme: Ring of Fire

Earthquakes, Volcanoes and More

“The Ring of Fire” refers to a line of volcanoes and earthquake-prone tectonic areas lining the Pacific Ocean. During this Homeschool Day, students will explore the geology of this and other awe-inspiring features of our planet. Through engaging activities and demonstrations, participants will learn about the powerful forces behind earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Session Options

Choose one session when registering:

Morning Session: 9 a.m. to noon
Please arrive no later than 8:45 a.m.

Afternoon Session: 1-4 p.m.
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Age Groups

Students will be grouped by age to create a more engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experience:

Ages 6–8

Ages 9–11

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What Students Will Explore

Ages 6-8 

Our youngest age group will discover the inner workings of volcanic activity and use an interactive world map to view the effects of volcanic formation over millions of years etched in stone, then they will let their creativity erupt as they learn more about how these awesome forces of nature are immortalized in art from cultures around the world.  

Ages 9-11 

This class will dig deeper into the science behind volcanoes, including the often referenced Yellowstone “supereruption” that is bound to happen in the very near future. We will also take a look at how volcanoes have shaped cultures around the world, including ancient Greece and the islands of Hawaii. 

 Ages 12-17 

This class will analyze the root causes of volcanoes and broader mountain formation, digging into plate tectonics by taking a look at the way Earth (and life on it) has been impacted in myriad ways by the colossal movement of the ground beneath our feet. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

Purchase Tickets:

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9 a.m. to noon:

[/vc_column_text]Ages 6-8 (SOLD OUT)Ages 9-11Ages 12-17[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

1-4 p.m.:

[/vc_column_text]Ages 6-8Ages 9-11[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]

Pricing:

Members

Student Early Bird Fee: $7*

Student Regular Fee: $17

Non-members

Student Early Bird Fee: $17*

Student Regular Fee: $27

**Early bird registration closes the day before Homeschool Day.

Parent/Guardian Admission: $12

Not a member? Become one today to enjoy discounts on Homeschool Days and other member perks.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]