Space Coding Camp CLT - July 23-25, 2024

Space Coding Camp CLT - July 23-25, 2024

Join us at Space Coding Camp CLT on July 23-25, 2024 for a stellar 3 mornings of learning and coding fun!

By Wesley Fryer

Date and time

Tuesday, July 23 · 9am - 12pm EDT

Location

Providence Baptist Church

4921 Randolph Road Charlotte, NC 28211

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Student Arrival

Plan to arrive each day a little before 9 am, so you can be ready to start at 9 am! Students should bring a CHARGED laptop computer, parents should help get the laptop connected to WiFi each day.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Videos and Daily Challenges

We'll start each day with an overview, some inspirational videos from NASA or commercial space organizations, and some coding challenges!

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Coding Session 1

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Morning Break

Snack, water and bathroom break time!

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Coding Session 2

11:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Show and Share Time

We will finish each day with "show and share time," inviting students to share some of their coding creations with others to inspire and teach.

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Parent Pick Up

Please plan to pick up your child promptly at noon each day.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

    Space Coding Camp CLT - July 23-25, 2024

    Are you a middle school student with a passion for coding and space exploration? Come join us at Providence Baptist Church for an out-of-this-world coding experience! Get ready to blast off for an exciting adventure at our first “Space Coding Camp” in Charlotte, North Carolina! Over three mornings, you will dive into the fascinating world of space missions and coding, learning about the latest endeavors by NASA and other space agencies. Whether you’re a novice or have some coding experience, you’ll develop your skills in animation and game design using Scratch Software from MIT and Microsoft’s MakeCode Arcade. Both platforms are free and use block-based coding, making them accessible for all skill levels.

    In this camp, you will:

    • Learn about the latest developments in space exploration.
    • Create your own space-themed animations and games.
    • Learn to code with Scratch and MakeCode Arcade.
    • Collaborate with peers and your experienced instructor.

    Your Instructor

    Dr. Wesley Fryer, a Charlotte area middle school STEM teacher and 28 year veteran educator, will teach and facilitate Space Coding Camp CLT. Dr. Fryer currently teaches middle school coding classes using Scratch and MakeCode in Charlotte, NC. (With both MakeCode Arcade and Minecraft MakeCode!) Learn more about Dr. Fryer by reading his bio and visiting wesfryer.com.

    Requirements

    1. Accounts: Students should have a Google / GMail account they can access and check for this workshop. We recommend setting up a Scratch user account prior to camp. We also recommend logging into MakeCode Arcade with your Google Account prior to camp.
    2. Computer: This is a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) coding camp. We recommend an Apple/MacOS laptop or a WindowsOS laptop, but an iPad can also be used. We recommend you pre-install either the Chrome web browser or FireFox web browser to use prior to camp.

    Frequently asked questions

    What age students can attend Space Coding Camp CLT?

    Students must be current middle school students who just completed 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in 2023-24. This means RISING 7th, 8th and 9th graders can attend!

    How can I learn more about Scratch and MakeCode?

    Visit the MIT Scratch website ABOUT page to learn more about it: https://scratch.mit.edu/about More information about MakeCode is available from Microsoft: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/project/microsoft-makecode

    Can students bring snacks? Are snacks or drinks provided?

    Students are welcome to bring snacks to enjoy during our coding camp. Some snacks and bottled water will be provided during our mid-morning break. Please indicate any food allergies when registering.

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    Organized by

    Wesley Fryer

    Wes Fryer is a middle school STEM and media literacy teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a teacher and workshop leader, Wes loves to empower others to communicate more effectively with different kinds of media. He is the author of several books on effectively using technology tools for teaching and learning. Wes maintains several websites, including ShowWithMedia.com (“Show with Media: What Do You Want to CREATE Today?”) and www.storychasers.org (a passion project focusing on oral history and digital storytelling). He is a 1992 graduate of the US Air Force Academy, a Fulbright Scholar, and completed his Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas Tech University in 2011. Wes is an Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Certified Teacher. More details about his background are available on wesfryer.com/bio. Links to connect and learn with Wes are available on wesfryer.com/after.

    $250