Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County at MODS
"Fueling Great Futures Through STEM"
Membership
fee $15
Per Year
Qualifications:
- Ages 9 - 11
- Enrolled in Elementary School
2025-2026 Broward County School Year
Hours of Operations
- Monday – Friday
2:00PM – 7:00PM - Early Release Days
12:00PM – 7:00PM - Broward County Schools Teacher Planning Days
8:00AM – 6:00PM - Saturdays – Club closed
Free Snacks and Supper Served Daily
Program Components
Made Possible By Our Generous Supporters,
Wayne and Lucretia Weiner
- BGCBC four pillars of impact: Academic Success, Character & Leadership, Health & Well-being, Life & Workforce Readiness
- STEM Learning facilitated by Museum educators through exploration, demonstrations and projects developed and designed by youth over the course of the year-long Club program
- Monthly special activities including IMAX® films; science theater shows, cooking classes, simulator rides, Geodome planetarium experiences, Makerspace tinkering workshops
- Outdoor physical activities in MODS’ Science Park, Food Forest, Nature Explore and in nearby Esplanade Park
- Throughout the year, youth will engage in dynamic, hands-on projects that spark creativity and innovation, culminating in showcases at public events hosted by both the MODS and BGCBC
- Membership will include family engagement programs and free museum admission provided to MODS/BGCBC Club members
- Quarterly excursions to participate in cultural experiences throughout Broward County
- Learning & Life Skill Workshops on subjects including money management/banking, first aid, childcare, chess, letter writing and public speaking
Project Need & Impact
This incredible new partnership will provide a safe and supportive environment, promote academic, social and emotional development and enhance a love for learning in an immersive museum setting that inspires curiosity, imagination and creativity. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County at MODS program will engage youth from diverse backgrounds, foster a sense of belonging, provide mentorship and guidance and open doors to youth who might otherwise lack access to enriching experiences in a museum.
