Learn by DOING with the
Keenan Innovators
Keenan Innovators is an after school program for 6th - 8th graders hosted by the Keenan Center at Le Moyne College
Your student will learn how to take an idea and bring it to life, developing their creative thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills along the way.
Whether they’re engineering a gadget, launching a YouTube Channel, creating custom apparel, or building something entirely new, Keenan Innovators gives them the tools, mentorship, and space to explore, experiment, and make their ideas real.
Cost: $299 per month, per student
Total for the full season (3 months): $897 per student
Includes: All materials - students keep everything they create
What is the Keenan Innovators Program?
Inquiry Based Learning
Some students thrive on open-ended creativity, while others prefer a little more structure, our program supports both.
Keenan Innovators uses inquiry-based learning, where students start with a question like, “How does an airplane fly?” or “Could I design an automatic pet feeder?” and follow their creativity through hands-on experimentation.
Guided by our expert coaches, they explore, create, and iterate: learning to problem-solve, adapt, and bring their ideas to life in a way that mirrors real-world innovation.
The Keenan Center’s Maker Space is like no other in CNY.
The Keenan Center is a hands-on innovation hub where young creators, builders, and problem-solvers bring their ideas to life across six specialized labs:
3D Printing Lab – From beginner-friendly machines to high-precision printers, students can design and print custom gadgets, tools, and functional prototypes.
Laser Cutting Lab – Equipped with laser cutters and a range of fabrication tools, this space lets students craft everything from intricate artwork to engineered projects.
Media Lab – A professional-grade studio for video and podcast production, where students can record, edit, and share their own stories.
Woodworking & Prototyping Lab – Stocked with saws, drills, and essential tools, it’s a space for hands-on crafting, building, and exploring how things are made.
Textiles & Wearables Hub – Featuring sewing machines, a heat press, and design tools, students can create custom apparel, accessories, and soft goods.
Electronics Lab – With soldering stations, Arduino microcontrollers, and circuit-building tools, students can tinker with electronics, build interactive projects, and explore the world of physical computing.
At Keenan Innovators, students don’t just learn—they design, experiment, and make their ideas real!
3D Print Lab
Wood Working Lab
Laser Cutting Lab
Electronics Lab
Media Lab
CAD & Design Station
“The Keenan Innovators program has truly transformed our child's learning experience, allowing him to explore independently and ignite his passion for STEM. The hands-on, self-guided projects foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a way that many other programs cannot.
We have witnessed remarkable growth in his confidence and competence, preparing him for future success in an ever-evolving technological world! ”
— Parent of Keenan Innovator
Fall 2024 Season
Summer Innovators Season Opening Soon
Class Times. We are offering 4 class times for the Summer Season. Each class time will have 10 students. You will be prompted in the registration form to select your preferred time slot.
Mondays 7pm - 8:30pm, Wednesdays 7pm - 8:30pm, Thursdays 7pm - 8:30pm, and Sundays 10am - 11:30am
Dates. Sessions are 12 weeks. Fall session will run from the week of March 2, 2025 to May 18, 2025
Location. All classes are held at the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Creativity at Le Moyne College. There is open parking in the back from drop off and pick up. Doors are locked for security and an instructor will be present for student hand off. We stick to a 3:10 instructor to student ratio.
Price: $299 per month, per student.
Total for the full season (3 months): $897 per student
Includes: All materials - students keep everything they create!
Families commit to the full 12-week season, and while we do not offer discounts for multiple students, we provide flexible monthly invoicing to make payments more manageable.
As a nonprofit, the Keenan Center strives to keep this program as accessible as possible while maintaining the high quality of resources, coaching, and cutting-edge tools available to students. Your support helps us continue offering hands-on, meaningful learning experiences for young innovators!
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