Candy Chemistry - 3rd - 5th Grade

This event is made possible through the generosity of Hydrite.

This program is for current 3rd - 5th grade students. If you have attended a Candy Chemistry event before, please note that experiments will be the same as past events, but you are welcome to attend again!

MSOE professor Dr. Anne-Marie Nickel will be teaching a fun class on chemistry using candies of all kinds to explain topics such as sucrose, acids and bases. Professionals from Hydrite will be joining to help students complete their experiments.

With the event's proximity to Halloween, we welcome costumes at this event! Please note when planning attire that students will need to be able to sit in a chair and use their hands.

Allergen Note

Please note we use Snickers for one experiment which contains peanuts. Students are not required to ingest candies, but individuals with a peanut allergy that have concerns should reach out to MSOE to ensure we can provide a safe experience for your student.

Scholarships are available for any student that needs one - please contact stem@msoe.edu to receive more information.

FAQ's

Do I need to remain on site with my student?

Attendees should not arrive more than 15 minutes before program start and must be picked up within 15 minutes of the program end time. Attendees should be escorted into the building for check-in to verify all paperwork and other sign-in needs are taken care of with a parent / guardian present.

Adults are welcome to remain in the STEM Center in our common areas during this program, but do not need to stay with their student. Please feel free to drop off your student and return at the end of the day.

How do I get to your facility?

We are located at 1444 N Water Street on the MSOE campus. A map and parking information will be sent to all families at least one week prior to your program start date.

My student is an advanced learner - can I enroll them if they are not a middle school student?

This event is only available to current 6th - 8th grade students.

My student has accommodations that need to be made - who do I contact?

Please e-mail stem@msoe.edu if your student has any physical, mental or emotional accommodations that our team should be aware of prior to the program to help us ensure your student has a great experience at MSOE!