Ages 12-16

Java experience required

Design and program original arcade-style video games using Java! Students will start by rebuilding pong in Processing, a programming environment specifically designed to handle graphics and interactivity. They will then as a class design, build, and test an original video game complete with characters, enemies, sound effects, music and more! From spaceship shooters to platform jumping battle games, the sky's the limit!

Ages 8-12

Design and program video games using Scratch! Scratch is a platform built by MIT that is specifically designed to make programming fun and easy. Students will start with the hour of code and then build several simple games to learn the ins and outs of how to program with Scratch. By the end of the class, students will have originally designed video games to share with friends and family!

Ages 12-16

Learn to create logos, web graphics, movie posters, and much more with graphic design software! Students will explore the essential tools in Pixlr & Vectr and create a variety of original projects ranging from graphics to custom fonts and more. No prior experience is necessary, and students can expect to complete this class with a variety of original designs!

Ages 9-12

Have you ever wondered how to create moving images with nothing but your drawings? Jump in and get started with this class! Students will learn what it takes to create traditional hand-drawn animations with a free program called Krita. Students will begin with the simple bouncing ball, to stick figures and finally onto a final project where they can add as much detail as they like.

Ages 8-12

Design and program video games using Scratch! Scratch is an online platform built by MIT that is specifically designed to make programming fun and easy. Students will start with the hour of code and then build several simple games to learn the ins and outs of how to program with Scratch. By the end of the class, students will have originally designed video games to share with friends and family!

Ages 9-12

Python experience required

You've learned the basics of python, created text-based games, and even created some simple graphics with Turtle. Now it's time to take your skills with Python to the next level by creating complex, interactive projects with Processing! Processing is a programming environment designed to make creating graphics with code fun and easy. In this class, you'll put your Python skills to the test by creating awesome graphics projects and even simple arcade games!

Ages 8-12

Learn to create 3D Models using CAD software! TinkerCAD is a free CAD design program designed to make 3D modeling easy and fun! After learning the basics of TinkerCAD by modeling a house, students will move onto to model anything from superhero logos to pokemon. They can even create pixel art in TinkerCAD!

Ages 12-16

Learn the basics of Java by creating amazing interactive projects! Java is the most commonly used programming language in the world - even Minecraft was programmed in Java! This class will explore Java using Processing, a program used to create graphics with code. From creating simple drawings to interactive animated projects, this class will provide a solid foundation in using Java. Students should expect to complete a variety of projects during this class.