At the Maryville Center for Access and Achievement, we’re all about making learning exciting, hands-on, and unforgettable! From virtual reality adventures to game development to robotics, our programs are designed to spark curiosity and fuel innovation. Whether your child dreams of designing the next big video game or coding a futuristic app, they’ll get real-world experience with cutting-edge technology in a fun and supportive environment.
Led by expert instructors who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tech leaders, our interactive programs build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking—skills that will set them up for success in today’s digital world.
With a constantly evolving lineup of hands-on classes, students never run out of opportunities to create, experiment, and innovate. We have a variety of program needs for children of all ages including Science and Robotics (ages 4-12), Teen Tech (Grades 6-8), and Coding Camp (Grades 8-12).
To learn more about these programs, visit maryvilleca2.edu/stem

Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.