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EXPLORE. DREAM. DISCOVER.

ABOUT OUR CLUBS

It’s in the name!  H.Y.P.E Clubs are designed for children to explore their interests, connect with their peers, and develop skills that can be carried well into adulthood. Children retain more of what they learn when experiencing learning in a real world setting while gaining the opportunity to apply their new found knowledge. 
 
H.Y.P.E clubs are filled with education based activities that encourage this form of learning. You can read more about the clubs currently offered below! 

H.Y.P.E NATURE

 

Comprised of STEAM based learning opportunities, children will explore nature across the Carolinas.  H.Y.P.E Nature students meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month in the Columbia area with field trips to different nature spaces and farms throughout the year. H.Y.P.E Nature Club is for k--6th students. Parent participation required. 

 

Meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month @10:30am

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Club meetups start in February 2025

 

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H.Y.P.E BLACK LITERATURE

 

H.Y.P.E Black Literature encourages the exploration of black literary classics and black modern literary works for k-11th students. Teens can join the virtual CSK Book Club to explore Coretta Scott King Awarded books. K through 5th grade students are divided into two book clubs--Literary Lions (ages 5-7) and Rooted Readers (ages 8-12). Clubs meet on the 1st and 3rd  Thursday of the month

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All clubs meet in-person on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month EXCEPT for the CSK Book Club (see the CSK Book Club description for details)

H.Y.P.E CONNECTIONS

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Formerly known as the Akoma Teens Club, H.Y.P.E Connection was created for teens and tweens to make friends and socialize. Teens can chat on the Akoma Teens private Discord chat server in between planned meetups. A great way for your teen to develop soft skills and build solid relationships!

 

H.Y.P.E Connection is only as good as the teens make it. It’s encouraged that they join the Discord server to connect with their peers. This helps them become more comfortable with in person meetups and allows them to share input on where, when, and how they want to connect with friends. Parents can volunteer for Discord moderator positions.

For ages 12-17

 

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