Technology for Tomorrow

Grades K-1

Summer 2024 Schedule

Session #3 — July 22 – August 2    $1050

Morning Session — 9:00 – 11:30am
Week 1: 3D Modeling & Simulations: Prototyping
Week 2:Future Coders: Software Development

Session #4 — August 5 – August 16    $1050

Afternoon Session — 12:00 – 3:00pm
Week 1: 3D Modeling & Simulations: Prototyping
Week 2: Future Coders: Software Development

Class Descriptions

3D Modeling and Simulations: Prototyping
Hone your creative problem solving and prototyping skills as we look into design, simulation, and 3D printing. Students will create
their own yo-yos, spinning tops, and cookie cutters. Additionally, they will conduct various 3D simulations including a domino
design and a milk bottle toss. This class will also include an array of additional 3D projects. Technologies: TinkerCAD

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Simulation
● Drafting Fundamentals (CAD)
● Prototyping Design
● Printing Parameters
● Presentation Skills

Future Coders: Software Development
Students will be introduced to software development through the lens of animation and game development. We will be using the
technology known as Scratch Jr. to give them a kick start into the coding world. They will bolster their logical reasoning skills
through collaborative and individual development of interactive coding games. Technologies: Scratch Jr.

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Sequencing
● Loops
● Events
● Broadcasting and Messaging
● Sensing

Grades 2-3

Summer 2024 Schedule

Session #4 — August 5 – August 16    $1050

Morning Session — 9:00 – 11:30am
Week 1: Brilliant Blocks 2:Programming and Design
Week 2: Revolutionary Robotics: : LEGO® MINDSTORMS®

Class Descriptions

Brilliant Blocks: Programming and Design
Do you want to learn programming but don’t know where to start? This will be the perfect course for you! Using Scratch’s simple
visual interface, students will create their own animations and games by combining their computational thinking and problem
solving skills with their creativity and self-expression. Technologies: Scratch

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Events
● Control
● Motion
● Sensing
● Sound
● Operators
● Variables

Becoming a Spy: Linguistic Cryptography
Have you ever wanted to have your own language that only you and your friends can understand? Now is your chance! In this
course, you will learn about a variety of existing codes from Morse Code to the NATO Phonetic Alphabet. At the end of the course,
you will even have a chance to create your own!

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Morse Code
● Tap Code
● NATO Phonetic Alphabet

Revolutionary Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS®
Ever wondered how a Roomba works? Or how self-driving cars can stop at red lights? In this course we will explore the realm of robotics and programming with different sensors. By the end of the course, students will be able to program their robot to navigate an obstacle course. Technologies: Lego Mindstorms EV3

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Circuit
● Power Source
● Input
● Output
● Program
● Motor
● Sensor

Grades 4-5

Summer 2024 Schedule

Session #3 — July 22 – August 2    $1050

Afternoon Session — 12:00 – 3:00pm
Week 1: Machine Learning: Image Recognition
Week 2: Adventures in Text: Interactive Fiction

Class Descriptions

Algorithms: Solve the Maze! 
Students will take an advanced look into programming algorithms and closed systems. Starting with making frogger from the
ground up, students will develop a solid fundamental understanding of coding before diving into maze solving algorithms and
other simulated models. Technologies: AgentCubes

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Programming Fundamentals
● Functions
● Algorithms
● Simulations
● Agents/Agent Manipulation

Machine Learning: From Pixels to Perception
Dive into the world of image recognition and artificial intelligence as we explore machine learning basics, data collection, and
model fine-tuning. Through hands-on activities, students will discover how computers interpret visual data and unleash their
creativity in collaborative projects. Get ready to unlock the secrets of machine learning and its impact on the future! Technologies: Google Teachable Machine

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Understanding image recognition
● Introduction to machine learning
● Data collection and labeling
● Experimentation and exploration
● Fine-tuning models
● Project planning and presentation
● Algorithms
● Data/Dataset
● Quality/Quantity
● Overfit/Underfit
● Facial Recognition
● Voice Recognition

Secret Messages: Cryptographic Encoding 
In this course we will plunge into numerous ciphers and discuss their historical significance. In addition, we will briefly break down
the code behind encryption and decryption for various ciphers. At the end of the course, students will create their own ciphers
using what they’ve learned. Technologies: Thonny

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Ciphers
● Encryption
● Decryption

Adventures in Text: Interactive Fiction
Remember those text-based adventure games from the 80s? In this course, students will create their own software environment
where players can go on an interactive adventure. Throughout the course, students will become proficient in Twine while also
exercising their imagination to create text-based narratives using decision trees. Technologies: Twine

Learning Goals/Vocabulary:
● Passages
● Inventory (Arrays)
● Headers/Footers
● Lock and Key
● Variables
● Health Bar

Summer Camp

Experium Classes can be combined with a half-day of camp. LEARN MORE ABOUT CAMP

Extended Programs

EXTENDED CARE