School-Year Programs at NCC

Horizons for Youth isn’t just a summer tradition — it’s a year-round opportunity for students in grades K–12 to explore their interests, build new skills, and stay engaged beyond the school day. Our fall and spring programs offer hands-on learning experiences in a fun, supportive environment designed to complement what students are learning in school.

 

Classes are held after school, in the evenings, and on weekends at our convenient campuses and partner locations. Students can dive into creative arts, sharpen athletic skills, explore technology, or prepare for future academic success — all in small, interactive classes led by experienced instructors.

 

School-year course offerings include archery, art, dance, drama, cooking and baking, Black Rocket technology and design programs, SAT Prep, and classes through the Lehigh Valley Huaxia Chinese School. We also offer select programs designed for children and a parent or grandparent to learn side-by-side.

 

Whether your child wants to try something new, deepen an existing passion, or stay active and creative during the school year, Horizons for Youth provides meaningful enrichment that fits your family’s schedule.


Youth Grades K-3 School-Year Classes

Discover the colorful world of anime and manga through art, stories, and activities. Meet cheerful characters as they explore themes such as friendship, teamwork, and imagination. Create your own drawings and mini comics, practice storytelling, and develop your artistic expression.

 

Course Code: HFY365.(1)

Date: Sunday, November 1 - 22, 2026

Time: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Location: 3835 Green Pond Rd., Communications Hall, Room 112, Bethlehem, PA 18020

Cost: $89

 

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Youth Grades 3-5 School-Year Classes

Do you want to learn how to cook like a Food Network Star? Explore the cuisine and cooking techniques made famous by Rachael, Molly and more. After this class, you'll be able to prepare star quality dishes for family and friends. Dress to cook or bring an apron.

 

Course Code: HFY130.(22)

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Join the cupcake craze and learn to make various kinds and sizes of cupcakes from scratch. We’ll fill them and learn various techniques to decorate them - some with holiday themes. Dress to cook or bring an apron.

 

Course Code: HFY272.(22)

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Learn the basics of cartooning, using volume, line, inking, and color. Learn how to draw the popular Japanese style figures with emphasis on faces, full poses, clothing design including how to render with the Japanese Copic markers.

 

Course Code: HFY282.(38)

Date: Saturdays, November 14 - December 12, 2026 | No class on November 28

Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: 3835 Green Pond Rd, Communications Hall, Room 112, Bethlehem, PA 18020

Cost: $74

 

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In this hands-on German-style baking class, kids discover classic European treats while learning kitchen skills. Make two beloved German favorites: soft pretzels (Brezeln) and apple strudel (Apfelstrudel). Then enjoy your tasty treats with some root beer floats in honor of Octoberfest!.

 

Course Code: HFY364.(1)

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Youth Grades 6-9 School-Year Classes

Do you want to learn how to cook like a Food Network Star? Explore the cuisine and cooking techniques made famous by Rachael, Molly and more. After this class, you'll be able to prepare star quality dishes for family and friends. Dress to cook or bring an apron.

 

Course Code: HFY130.(22)

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Join the cupcake craze and learn to make various kinds and sizes of cupcakes from scratch. We’ll fill them and learn various techniques to decorate them - some with holiday themes. Dress to cook or bring an apron.

 

Course Code: HFY272.(22)

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Learn the basics of cartooning, using volume, line, inking, and color. Learn how to draw the popular Japanese style figures with emphasis on faces, full poses, clothing design including how to render with the Japanese Copic markers.

 

Course Code: HFY282.(38)

Date: Saturdays, November 14 - December 12, 2026 | No class on November 28

Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: 3835 Green Pond Rd, Communications Hall, Room 112, Bethlehem, PA 18020

Cost: $74

 

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In this hands-on German-style baking class, kids discover classic European treats while learning kitchen skills. Make two beloved German favorites: soft pretzels (Brezeln) and apple strudel (Apfelstrudel). Then enjoy your tasty treats with some root beer floats in honor of Octoberfest!

 

Course Code: HFY364.(1)

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $59

 

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Learn to safely and confidently care for children and infants. Earn the respected Red Cross Babysitter's Certificate PLUS get certified in First Aid/CPR. Use hands-on activities, videos, and discussions to develop essential, real-life babysitting skills. Topics include feeding, diapering, picking up and holding children, safety, and emergency response. Class meets Friday AND Saturday. Bring lunch on Saturday. Must be 11 years old by completion of class and attend all of both classes to receive certifications.

 

Course Code: HFY350.(5)

Date/Time: Friday, November 13 | 5:00 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 14 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Room 523, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $149

 

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High School Students

Get an overview of what you need to know to prepare for the DIGITAL SAT test including strategies and techniques for taking the test plus a review of Reading, Writing and Math concepts. Bring your laptop and the calculator you will use for the test. Textbook provided.

 

Course Code: HFY114.(97)

Date: Wednesdays, October 7 - November 4, 2026

Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Location: 3835 Green Pond Rd., Communications Hall, Room 235, Bethlehem, PA 18020

Cost: $149

 

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Build your own mini guitar amp with a laser-cut enclosure in just 4 hours! Your mini amp will have 2 watts and a 4” speaker along with controls for volume, tone and gain just like a large amplifier. You will learn to solder as well as assemble a laser cut wood enclosure designed by the instructor. Great for practice, busking, low-level jamming or even recording. A child age 11-15 can attend for free with a paid adult registration. 

 

Course Code: FABGT603.(19)

Date: Thursdays, November 5 and 12, 2026

Time: 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Location: Room 132, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $119

 

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Discover the joy of personalizing your kitchen experience! In this hands-on workshop, you'll choose a design to customize for a one-of-a-kind kitchen apron. Then, dive into the art of cookie decorating, mastering essential techniques to create delicious treats. **PRICE IS PER PERSON**

 

Course Code: CEFAB106.(5)

Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: Rooms 120 and 561, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $89

 

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Learn to make fresh pastas, such as ravioli or fettuccine, cook sauce from scratch, and enjoy some time together preparing for an Italian feast.

 

Course Code: HFY122.(10)

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $85

 

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Have fun and work together to make favorites from the cookie jar for keeping or giving. New recipes this year.

 

Course Code: HFY123.(24)

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 

 

Course Code: HFY123.(25)

Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

 

 

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $85

 

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Enjoy some time together and learn something new! Impress your family and friends by making pies and crusts from scratch. Take home two homemade pies. See section description for specifics on the pies we'll make.

 

Course Code: HFY319.(6)

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $85

 

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Spend a sweet and memorable day together learning how to make kiffles-delicate, flaky, Hungarian pastries filled with fruit. Team up in the kitchen to roll dough, spoon in traditional fillings, and bake these delicious treats from scratch! Bring take home containers to transport your kiffles home.

 

Course Code: HFY362.(2)

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $85

 

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This little piece of dough can be baked or grilled and then topped with almost anything from salad to dessert toppings. Serve for breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizer or dessert. Learn how easy it is to make pizza dough and all the neat tricks you can do with it.

 

Course Code: HFY292.(3)

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Room 521, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

Cost: $85

 

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