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eScout Academy believes STEM is something all children and students should have the opportunity to be involved with and enjoy in a fun and creative environment. We encourage students to build beyond 21st century skills like collaboration, communication, critical system thinking, and emotional and cognitive skills.

These are virtual programs.
*Participants will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.


Animation and Game Development Level 1-2 for Gr. 2-3
Mondays, September 9 - November 4, 2024 (No class on 10/14)
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fees: Residents: $145.00; Non-Residents: $159.50


Dive into the world of digital creativity with our Animation and Game Development course, designed specifically for young learners in grades 2 and 3. In this interactive course, students will be introduced to code puzzles, express and apply computing steps, Build and play with code blocks (Animation, music/sound blocks). Build fun games and animations using Events, Conditional and Repetition concepts. 



Animation and Game Development Level 3 for Gr. 4-5
Tuesdays, September 10 - October 29, 2024 
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Fees: Residents: $157.00; Non-Residents: $172.70


eScout Academy offers an introduction to the basics of science and physical computing, game building, and Lego robotics concepts in a fun and easy way. In Animation and Development Games Level 3, here’s what participants will explore: Master Block-Based Coding: Develop foundational computing skills and problem-solving strategies. Creating Games: Design and debug their own maze, arcade, and sports games using advanced programming concepts like loops and conditionals. 


Hands on Science with Micro:Bit for Gr. 4-8
Tuesdays, September 10 - October 29, 2024
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.  
Fees: Residents: $157.00; Non-Residents: $172.70

In this program, we explore either block coding or Python programming to create engaging science experiments. Utilizing the built-in Micro:bit sensors, including accelerometer, light, gestures, and motion detection, students will construct practical projects. These projects include a step counter, a dice roller for board games, an animal tracker, a water bottle alert, a plant watering system, and many more exciting science experiments.



Develop Games using Python Level 1 for Gr. 5-8
Wednesdays, September 11 - October 30, 2024 
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Fees: Residents: $170.00; Non-Residents: $187.00


This course is an introductory guide to foundational computing skills, serving as a seamless transition from block coding and text-based programming. Participants will delve into the basics of Python, covering variables, loops and functions. Using these skills, they will create visually striking artwork, simulations, and interactive games such as Guess, Bounce! and Race.


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eScout Animation and Game Development Level 1-2 for Grades 2-3 
ES090924
N/A 2 - 3 09/09/2024 - 11/04/2024
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Virtual Program
$145.00 R, $159.50 NR
This is a virtual program. Students will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.
 
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eScout Animation and Game Development Level 3 for Grades 4-5 
ES091024
N/A 4 - 5 Tu  09/10/2024 - 10/29/2024
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Virtual Program
$157.00 R, $172.70 NR
This is a virtual program. Students will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.
 
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eScout Youth STEM Program (Hands on Science with Micro:bit) for Grades 4-8 
ES091024M
N/A 4 - 8 Tu  09/10/2024 - 10/29/2024
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Virtual Program
$157.00 R, $172.70 NR
This is a virtual program. Students will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.
 
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eScout Game Development Using Python Level 1 for Grades 5-8 
ES091124P
N/A 5 - 8 09/11/2024 - 10/30/2024
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Virtual Program
$170.00 R, $187.00 NR
This is a virtual program. Students will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.
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