Program Offerings
Video Game Design with Microworlds or Scratch: Both Microworlds and Scratch are multimedia environments in which students learn how to use text, graphics, and sound to create animated programmed projects. MicroWorlds is a LOGO-based cross-curricular application that can focus on mathematics or English language arts standards. Scratch is a new programming language made specifically for kids; it's free and downloadable for home use. Projects can also be posted to the Scratch website for others around the world to play!
LEGO® Mindstorms® Robotics Club: An exciting and innovative club that teaches science through engineering and computers, using LEGO®, an RCX or NXT brick system and programmable components. Robotics projects include robotics animals and could include participation in the FIRST LEGO League and other competitions.
Digital Video Clubs: Digital Video Clubs are project-based programs for youth age 9-18 that incorporate digital storytelling, writing, filmmaking, editing and production. Students create original documentaries, public service announcements, dramas, music videos and commercials as part of an overall curriculum incorporating media literacy, collaboration and real world skills. Projects are heavily influenced by mentor-student collaboration.
Digital Photography Club:
Using digital photography helps students become more involved with a subject. This class provides students the opportunity to begin to represent the world around them. Beyond the technical aspect of the course, this program will work to develop students' literacy with images and give them the tools to express their own ideas through photographs.
Web Design and Development: In the web design and development program, students learn how to make their own websites and post it to the web. Students pick a topic of interest, research that topic, and build a multi-page website. Students also learn the concept of blogging and podcasting.
