**THIS CAMP REQUIRES STUDENTS TO LOG INTO COMPUTERS ON THE BPS NETWORK. ONLY BPS STUDENTS MAY LOG INTO THE NETWORK. THIS CAMP IS ONLY OPEN TO BPS STUDENTS DUE TO THE LIMITATIONS OF REQUIRING LOGIN CREDENTIALS** In this exciting class, students will explore the world of coding through fun, interactive platforms like Scratch and Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. They will learn the basics of block coding by creating games, animations, and interactive stories, all while developing essential programming skills. Students will also have the opportunity to program robots, applying their block coding knowledge to control movement, sensors, and problem-solving tasks. Whether building a game or navigating a robot through an obstacle course, students will gain hands-on experience with coding in a creative and engaging way. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to dive into the world of programming with a fun, visual approach!
Students will learn the basics of coding and robotics using Vex GO robots. They will problem solve and work together to program robots to complete tasks. This is strongly recommended for any student wanting to attend the Vex GO - Competition camp the following week.
I am a 20+ year teacher at Westside Elementary. I have taught 4th and 5th grades, Computer Lab, Media, and am currently a Stem Lab teacher on the activity wheel. My main focus this year is to build our student population's base knowledge when it comes to the 4Cs - creativity, collaboration... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 7:30am - Thursday June 5, 2025 1:30pm EDT Westside Elementary
This program is designed to ignite the curiosity of young minds through hands-on exploration and engaging activities. With "Exploration" as our central theme, children will embark on daily adventures that promote learning, creativity, and social development. It will foster curiosity and a love for learning, develop social and emotional skills through group activities, enhance creativity and critical thinking, and introduce basic concepts in science, nature, and the arts, all while bridging the gap between Kindergarten and First Grade through the incorporation of Math and Literacy Games.
Students will learn about and create a STEM Science Experiment every day. There will be make and take experiments throughout the camp duration. Every student will be given a STEM Science book that will include how to re-create the experiment at home. In the book there will also be questions that the students will answer in class about each experiment.
**THIS CAMP REQUIRES STUDENTS TO LOG INTO COMPUTERS ON THE BPS NETWORK. ONLY BPS STUDENTS MAY LOG INTO THE NETWORK. THIS CAMP IS ONLY OPEN TO BPS STUDENTS DUE TO THE LIMITATIONS OF REQUIRING LOGIN CREDENTIALS** In this exciting class, students will explore the world of coding through fun, interactive platforms like Scratch and Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. They will learn the basics of block coding by creating games, animations, and interactive stories, all while developing essential programming skills. Students will also have the opportunity to program robots, applying their block coding knowledge to control movement, sensors, and problem-solving tasks. Whether building a game or navigating a robot through an obstacle course, students will gain hands-on experience with coding in a creative and engaging way. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to dive into the world of programming with a fun, visual approach!
Students will problem solve and work together to build and program Vex GO robots in order to solve challenges in a competition setting. A working understanding of block coding is required, and experience with Vex building materials is highly suggested.
I am a 20+ year teacher at Westside Elementary. I have taught 4th and 5th grades, Computer Lab, Media, and am currently a Stem Lab teacher on the activity wheel. My main focus this year is to build our student population's base knowledge when it comes to the 4Cs - creativity, collaboration... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 7:30am - Thursday June 12, 2025 1:30pm EDT Westside Elementary
Students will problem solve and work together to build and program Vex GO robots in order to solve challenges in a competition setting. A working understanding of block coding is required, and experience with Vex building materials is highly suggested.
I am a 20+ year teacher at Westside Elementary. I have taught 4th and 5th grades, Computer Lab, Media, and am currently a Stem Lab teacher on the activity wheel. My main focus this year is to build our student population's base knowledge when it comes to the 4Cs - creativity, collaboration... Read More →
Monday June 16, 2025 7:30am - Thursday June 19, 2025 1:30pm EDT Westside Elementary
This program is designed to ignite the curiosity of young minds through hands-on exploration and engaging activities. With "Exploration" as our central theme, children will embark on daily adventures that promote learning, creativity, and social development. It will foster curiosity and a love for learning, develop social and emotional skills through group activities, enhance creativity and critical thinking, and introduce basic concepts in science, nature, and the arts, all while bridging the gap between Kindergarten and First Grade through the incorporation of Math and Literacy Games.
Students will learn about and create a STEM Science Experiment every day. There will be make and take experiments throughout the camp duration. Every student will be given a STEM Science book that will include how to re-create the experiment at home. In the book there will also be questions that the students will answer in class about each experiment.
