Interactive Game Building, Robotics for Grades 2-8 - FALL - eScout
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 Develop Games (Levels 1-2) for Gr. 2-4
Option 1: Mondays, September 21 - November 16, 2026
(no class on 10/12)
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Option 2: Tuesdays, September 22 - November 10, 2026
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 to 4. In this interactive course, students will be introduced to code puzzles, express and apply computing steps, and build and play with code blocks (animation, music/sound blocks). Build fun games and animations using Events, Conditional and Repetition concepts.
Animation and Develop Games (Level 3) for Gr. 5-8
Option 1: Tuesdays, September 22 - November 10, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Option 2: Wednesdays, September 23 - November 11, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fees: Residents: $157.00; Non-Residents: $172.70
Unlock the potential of young minds with our Foundations of Game Design and Coding course, perfectly tailored for students in grades 6 to 8. Here’s what participants will explore:
Master Block-Based Coding: Develop foundational computing skills and problem-solving strategies.
Create Games: Design and debug their own maze, arcade, and sports games using advanced programming concepts like loops and conditionals.
AI Discoveries for Gr. 6-8
Tuesdays, September 22 - November 10, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fees: Residents: $139.00; Non-Residents: $152.90
AI Discoveries is an engaging middle school course that puts AI literacy at the center, helping students learn not only how to use AI tools, but also how to think critically about them. Through hands-on projects, students will create apps, games, and AI-powered experiences while exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping our everyday lives. Along the way, they will develop creativity, problem-solving, digital literacy, and responsible technology skills. No prior coding experience is required.
eScout Youth STEM Program (Develop Games using Python - Lvl 1) for Grades 5-10
Tuesdays, September 22 - November 10, 2026
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. Laptop/Tablet required.
Hands on Micro:bit for Grades 3-9
Option 1: Mondays, September 21 - November 16, 2026 (no 10/12)
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Option 2: Wednesdays, September 23 - November 11, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fees: Residents: $170.00; Non-Residents: $187.00
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.
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