STEM Courses For Grades 3-8

List of 10 items.

• Coding and Game Design 3-5

  
  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:
  

  8:05 - 9:05 am; 10:25-11:25 am

  
  

  Students will complete a basic computer science course which consists of a series of progressing tutorials utilizing drag and drop blocks. The goal is to develop skills in computer programming and game design, thus enhancing skills in sequencing, problem solving and creativity. Students will explore basic programming principles through simple game design and interactive projects. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Engineering 6-8

  
  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:

  1:00-2:00; 2:00-3:00 pm.
  
  

  This course is designed to expand upon skills and concepts learned in Intro to Engineering. Students will explore engineering disciplines and utilize the engineering design process to complete a series of advanced design challenges. Further, students will be introduced to computer-aided design (CAD) software, using 3D modeling to draft ideas and prototypes for their projects. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Food Science 3-5

  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times: 11:30-12:30; 2:00-3:00 pm. 

  
  
  This course is designed for students in grades 3rd through 5th who have an interest in cooking. Students will study chemical reactions, melting point and food safety to make their own food. Each class will focus on making a snack or food item. Topics will include Dough and Batter (pancake art, safe to eat cookie dough, homemade pasta), Melting (nachos, pizza, smores) and Chemical Reactions (bubble tea, gummy bears, magic color changing noodles). 

  
  

  Parents will need to sign an additional permission slip before students are allowed to participate in class. This will be a nut-free class, but please consider other potential allergens when deciding to sign up. 

  
  

  This class will be using a hot plate, electric griddle, electric kettle and a homemade solar oven. There will not be ovens. 

  This is a 3 week course. 
  
  Click this link to view the course syllabus.
  
  

• Food Science 6-8* NEW COURSE

  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:  10:25-11:25 ; 1:00-2:00 pm. 

  
  
  This course is designed for students in grades 6 through 8 who have an interest in cooking. Course description coming soon.
  
  
  
  
  

  Parents will need to sign an additional permission slip before students are allowed to participate in class. This will be a nut-free class, but please consider other potential allergens when deciding to sign up. 

  
  

  This class will be using a hot plate, electric griddle, electric kettle and a homemade solar oven. There will not be ovens. 

  This is a 3 week course. 
  
  Click this link to view the course syllabus.

• Game Design 6-8

  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:

  8:05-9:05 am; 9:10-10:10 am.
  
  

  In this course, students will be introduced to the basic elements of game design. Students will work with professional grade software to design their own game elements, program their game, and test them. Doing so, involves system-based thinking, problem solving, collaboration, storytelling, design and digital media literacy. Students will explore 2D game design as well as 3D game design including Virtual Reality. Through creation and testing of each other’s games, students will learn to think analytically and holistically, to experiment and test out theories, and to make the best possible game for their intended audience. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Introduction to Engineering 3-5

  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:

  9:10 am-10:10 am, 11:30-12:30 pm.

  
  
  

  In this hands-on course, students will develop an understanding of the engineering design process, completing activities that challenge them to think critically and collaboratively solve problems. Students will work through a series of activities that focus on planning, digital technology, architecture and construction. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Spike Robotics 3-5

  
  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:

  9:10 - 10:10 am; 10:25-11:25 am.
  
  

  In this course, students will gain hands-on experience building and programming a Lego Mindstorm Robot. Working in small groups, students will construct their robot, then use an iPad to program actions and movements for the robots to perform. Basic programming and coding will be covered with an emphasis placed on the Lego program. Students will explore controlling their robot using a Bluetooth remote control. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Spike Robotics 6-8 * NEW COURSE

  
  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:
  

  8:05-9:05 am; 11:30-12:30 pm.
  
  Spike Robotics 6-8 course description coming.
  
  

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• STEM 3-5

  
  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475
  

  Times:

  8:05-9:05 am., 10:25-11:25 pm.
  
  

  In this course, students will be introduced to the basic elements and principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Design, and Math. Throughout the summer, students enrolled in the class will engage in the study of different topics each week. Topics such as aerodynamics, forensic science, simple and complex machines and Chain-reaction devices will be covered. This is a 3-week course.
  
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• Transportation Design 3-5

  Session A Dates and Tuition: June 23 - July 11
, $475
  Session B Dates and Tuition: July 14 - August 1, $475

  Times:

  9:10-10:10 am., 11:30-12:30 pm.
  
  Students will learn the science behind why things move. Each week will focus on a different topic, such as boats & floatation, cars & momentum, and aerodynamics & flight.
  
  Click here to view the course syllabus.