NextGen Coding Summer Camp

Schedule:

• June 1 – June 5, 2026

• July 6 – July 10, 2026

• 2027 Dates TBD

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Designed for students in grades 3 – 12 or those with no prior coding experience, this beginner-friendly course is the perfect introduction to the world of programming. Throughout the week, students will explore key coding concepts such as:

• Variables

• Functions

• Conditionals

• Loops

• Parameters

• Libraries

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Three class options are available based on grade level and learning experience with classes from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM:

• Build With Scratch (Grades 3–5): Students are introduced to foundational coding concepts through Scratch, a fun and visual block-based programming platform that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and game design.

• Computer Science Principles (Grades 6–8): Students explore core computer science concepts through interactive projects and app design using block-based JavaScript programming. This class focuses on algorithms, logical thinking, and user-centered design.

• Python Project Lab (Grades 9–12): Students learn introductory Python programming in a text-based coding environment while developing problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and real-world programming concepts.

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Lunch will be provided for all students from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

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By the end of the camp, students will present a project of their own design—an app or game that showcases what they’ve learned—giving them the confidence and skills to continue their coding journey.