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The STEM Squad

  • Canopy Support Services 150 O'Carroll Avenue Peterborough, ON, K9H 4V3 Canada (map)

STEM & Social Skills Group for Children (Ages 8–12)

📍 In-Person Program | ⏱️ 4 Weeks

🌟 Program Overview

This engaging 4-week social and STEM-focused group is designed for children aged 8–12 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who enjoy hands-on learning, problem-solving, and connecting with peers in a supportive and structured environment.

Each session blends fun, interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities with meaningful opportunities to build social and communication skills.

🧩 What Participants Will Do

Children will take part in exciting, hands-on activities such as:

  • 🏗️ Engineering and building challenges

  • 🔬 Simple science experiments

  • 🧠 Logic puzzles and problem-solving tasks

  • 🧱 Building structures with various materials

  • 🤝 Collaborative group projects

These activities are designed to spark curiosity while naturally encouraging teamwork and peer interaction.

📚 Skills Developed

Participants will practice key age-appropriate social and communication skills, including:

  • 🤝 Teamwork and collaboration

  • 💬 Sharing ideas and participating in discussions

  • 🔄 Taking turns and flexible thinking

  • 👂 Active listening

  • ❓ Asking and answering questions

  • 🎯 Working toward shared goals

The program supports skill development in a way that feels natural, engaging, and fun.

🧠 Program Approach

Using principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), trained staff provide structured and individualized support, including:

  • ✅ Modeling and guided instruction

  • 🌟 Positive reinforcement

  • 👩‍🏫 Prompting strategies

  • 📝 Individualized encouragement and support

This approach helps each child build confidence and succeed in both social and STEM-based activities.

💛 A Supportive Environment

This group focuses on learning through play, curiosity, and collaboration in a positive and inclusive environment ✨. Children are encouraged to explore their interests, build friendships, and develop confidence while being supported every step of the way.

Group Details:

  • 📅 4-week program starting July 9th, 2026 - July 30th, 2026

  • 🕕 Thursdays 5:30-6:30 PM

  • 📍 Main office

  • 🔟 Limited to 8 participants

  • 🎯 Cost: $1540.00 for the entire 4 week group. This is an OAP-eligible expense.

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