It’s midweek, you’re running on back-to-back classes, and your brain needs a reset. But you live on campus, you don’t have a car, and the usual study-break spots just aren’t cutting it. What to do?
Look no further than the Challenger Learning Center. Less than a 30-minute walk from FSU, it’s packed with movies, planetarium shows and laser concerts all week that make it easy to relax solo or with friends.
#1 Tutoring
Math can be tough, and sometimes a little extra support makes all the difference. Mission: Math Tutoring is available every Thursday during the school year from 4 PM to 7 PM, offering free, one‑hour tutoring sessions for K–12 students.
It’s first‑come, first‑served, so planning ahead is key. Students are encouraged to bring their homework, but it’s not required. Whether they’re tackling multiplication or prepping for calculus, this weekly resource will help keep their math skills sharp.
#2 SCIturday
Keep curiosity alive all weekend long with SCIturday, held on the first Saturday of every month. Each event spotlights a new STEM theme like robotics, geology, environmental science, and more with hands‑on activities and exhibits from 10 AM to 1 PM. Some months even feature a brand-new IMAX documentary tied to the theme! This free, family‑friendly event is worth adding to your monthly calendar.
#3 STEM Minute on WFSU
Get a bite-sized piece of science from the Challenger Learning Center every Friday at 3:04 PM on 88.9 WFSU-FM. These quick segments introduce new STEM topics each week, perfect for the drive home from school or a midday pick‑me‑up. STEM Minutes are a simple way to spark curiosity and keep learning going beyond the classroom.
#4 Kids' Free Day
Weekends deserve a little fun, and Kids’ Free Day delivers. On the third Saturday of each month, children 12 and under receive a free ticket to any scheduled IMAX documentary or planetarium show with a paying adult.
Whether you’re watching baby animals get rescued in IMAX or exploring the Deep Sky in the planetarium, Kids’ Free Day is an affordable way to spend a rainy afternoon or a well‑earned break.
#5 Fall & Winter Day Camp
Finally, we know those random days off can sneak up fast, so the Challenger Learning Center has you covered. Fall and Winter Day Camps (dates and details coming soon) offer hands‑on STEM activities, IMAX adventures, and supervised fun for students in grades K–5. This is an easy way to keep kids engaged, learning, and entertained on their break!
See You Soon!
Back‑to‑school season can feel overwhelming, but with Mission: Math Tutoring, monthly SCIturdays, STEM Minutes, Kids’ Free Days, and day camps, the Challenger Learning Center supports families all year long.
As schedules shift and new routines begin, make Challenger part of your plan as Tallahassee’s most reliable and fun edu-tainment destination.