Educational Programs
At Cedar Point, learning is fun! We have many different programs that are sure to add an educational component to your class trip. Visit during Math & Science Week to learn how science and physics applies to our thrill rides and coasters, or take some time to learn about the "Business of Fun" with our Amusement Park 101 program. New in 2012, journey to prehistoric times with Dinosaurs Alive! on Adventure Island and learn about a time when dinosaurs roamed the earth! Click on the tabs below to learn more!
The Event
Students (grades K-12) can learn about the science behind their favorite thrill rides as they make their way through the new Math and Science Zone on the Main Midway. Educational partners for Math and Science Week will include NASA, COSI Columbus, and more. Special money-saving offers are available for groups.
The Dates
Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18, 2012
Admission
Minimum purchase of 15 Student/Youth tickets required. Advance reservations required.
Math & Science Week Admission & Meal Combo includes admission into Cedar Point AND Dinosaurs Alive! along with 2 Hot Dogs, chips, cookies, and Pepsi Beverages served in the Point Pavilion from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
| Ticket Type | Price per person |
Dinosaurs Alive! |
Meal |
|---|---|---|---|
| K- 6th Grade Student | $37.44 | Included | Included |
| 7th-12th Grade Student | $42.44 | Included | Included |
| Courtesy Ticket 1 Free with every 15 student tickets purchased |
FREE | Included | $7.44 |
| Chaperone | $42.44 | Included | Included |
* All above prices include tax. If your group is entitled to tax exemption for food, a copy of your organization’s OH Sales Tax Exemption Certificate must be provided at the time of your reservation. If an OH sales Tax Exemption is on file, prices will be $41.99 per M&S Combo and Meal (Chaperone & 7-12 Grade), $36.99 per M&S Combo and Meal (K-6 Grade) and $6.99 per M&S Meal only.
Our Educational Partners
K'NEX, NASA Plum Brook, COSI Columbus, Imagination Station Toledo and Back to the Wild.
Cedar Point K’NEX Great Thrill Ride Build-Off
Congratulations to the five winning teams of the Great Thrill Ride Build-Off! They are Fairbanks High School in Milford Center, Ohio; a homeschooled group from Eden Prairie, Minn.; Mason High School in Erie, Mich.; Glenfield Middle School in Montclair, N.J.; and Marshall Middle School in Wexford, Pa.
Each winning group will receive tickets to Cedar Point Amusement Park, a $250 credit for purchasing K’NEX building materials and a free K’NEX building set for each member of their class or group.
Come and check out the winning models on display during Math & Science Week May 14-18 and throughout the season in the Town Hall museum at Cedar Point!
The Itinerary
Monday, May 14
- NASA Plum Brook Station
- COSI Columbus
- University of Toledo's Physics Department
- K’NEX rollercoasters built by students, on display at Town Hall.
Tuesday, May 15
- NASA Plum Brook Station
- COSI Columbus
- University of Toledo's Physics Department
- K’NEX rollercoasters built by students, on display at Town Hall.
- Presentation from WLNS meteorologist Jim Geyer of Lansing, MI (1 p.m. in the Goodtime Theatre)
Wednesday, May 16
- NASA Plum Brook, Sandusky
- COSI Columbus
- Imagination Station
- University of Toledo's Physics Department
- EHOVE Career Center
- K’NEX rollercoasters built by students, on display at Town Hall.
- Presentation from WKYC meteorologist Betsy Kling of Cleveland, OH (11:30 a.m. in the Goodtime Theatre)
Thursday, May 17
- NASA Plum Brook, Sandusky
- COSI Columbus
- Imagination Station
- University of Toledo's Physics Department
- EHOVE Career Center
- K’NEX rollercoasters built by students, on display at Town Hall.
- Presentation from WTOL meteorologist Ryan Wichman of Toledo, OH (1 p.m. in the Goodtime Theatre)
Friday, May 18
- NASA Plum Brook, Sandusky
- COSI Columbus
- Imagination Station
- University of Toledo's Physics Department
- EHOVE Career Center
- Back to The Wild
- K’NEX rollercoasters built by students, on display at Town Hall.
Downloads
Accelorometer Policy
Click HERE to order online, or call 1.800.448.2428, options 1 and 1 to make your reservation today!
New in 2012 is Dinosaurs Alive! on Adventure Island, which is a fantastic educational experience for your group visit to Cedar Point. Journey back in time and learn about these amazing creatures, all while you're at the best amusement park in the world!
Many of our student ticket programs include Dinosaurs Alive for no extra charge when you visit during May and June!
Click on the links below to download great educational activities to supplement your visit and to learn more about Dinosaurs Alive!
Educational Activities
Classroom Activities
Dinosaur Journal
Dinosaur Facts
Dinosaur Dictionary
The Event
Learn what it takes to run the business of FUN at the World's Best Amusement Park! Bring your group of 15 or more students to hear about how we do business in Accounting, Finance, Hotels, Foods, Retail, Human Resources, Marketing and Park Operations.
Space and sessions are limited. Advanced reservations are required.
The Dates
Classes are offered Monday, May 21 through Friday, May 25, 2012.
Admission
Minimum purchase of 15 Student/Youth tickets required| Ticket Type | Price per person |
Dinosaurs Alive! |
|---|---|---|
| K-6th Grade Students | $30.00 | Included |
| 7-12th Grade Students | $35.00 | Included |
| Courtesy Ticket 1 Free with every 15 student tickets purchased |
FREE | Included |
| Chaperone | $35.00 | Included |
Click HERE to order online or call 1.800.448.2428, options 1 and 1 to make your reservation today!
Catering
Feeding a group of students can be a challenge. Why not leave the work to us? With our student group catering options, we offer delicious All-You-Can Eat meals for your entire group at one low cost per student. Space is limited for this popular group option, so it’s best to make your catered reservation as soon as possible so we can hold a spot for your group.
Download our Student Catering Menu
Catering Details
Minimum 25 students
Payment required in advance
Catered events are served for hour in the Coral Dining Room
Advance reservations are required
Drink Wristbands
Screaming at the top of your lungs while riding rides all day is sure to make anyone thirsty. Our drink wristbands allow your entire group to enjoy fountain Pepsi beverages at most walkup midway food locations all day long. These group exclusive drink wristbands must be purchased for more than or equal to the number of group tickets purchased. Reserve with your group tickets.
All Day Drink Wristbands……$7.00 per person*
Meal Voucher
Give your group members the flexibility to Eat-On-The-Go at their convenience with our prepaid meal voucher. Pay one low price and members of your group can choose one of four delicious meals available at select Cedar Point midway locations. Reserve when you place your ticket reservation.
Vouchers are good for one of the following meals on the day of your event:
Double Dogs Meal - Two regular hot dogs, potato chips & Regular Soft Drink
Valid at Corral, Bayou Refreshments, Gazebo, and Grandstand Refreshments
Cheeseburger Basket Meal - Cheeseburger, fries and regular soft drink
Valid at Burger Patio, Sky Ride Refreshments and Stockade Refreshments
Mega Slice Pizza Meal - Mega slice cheese or pepperoni pizza and regular soft drink
Valid at Corral and Gristmill Refreshments
Chicken Fingers Basket Meal - Chicken fingers, fries and regular soft drink
Valid at Dragon's Inn, Bayou Refreshments and Round-Up
Meal Voucher……$9.99 per voucher*
*plus 6.5% Ohio State Sales Tax. If your group is entitled to tax exemption for food, a copy of your organization’s sales tax exemption certificate must be provided when making your reservation for your trip. Minimum purchase of 15 meal vouchers.
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