Geneva Park District Spring 2019 Program Guide Spring 2019 | Page 46

Youth Variety Science and Technology Classes Coding Minecraft Ages 10-15 STEM Learn How to Code Ages 6-14 6 Classes In this exciting class, children will learn to program their own interactive stories, games and animations. Class encourages systematic reasoning, creativity and collaboration. This repeatable class groups students by their skill level, and introduces more advanced concepts and activities as they progress. Instructor: Chasewood Learning Staff (JK) SPRC $85(N/R $105) Th 4/25-5/30 6:00-7:00pm 2221507-01 LEGO Robotics Academy Ages 6-14 Wonderbots Ages 6-10 6 Classes Classes Vary Meet Dash, Dot and Cue... our colorful Wonderbots. These clever bots put the power of play into the child’s hands so they can dream up new adventures while learning to code at any skill level. Students in this class will have the opportunity to dream up new adventures and bring them to life! Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) $115(N/R $135) SPRC F 4/5-5/3 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-10 F 5/10-5/31 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-11 Intro to Scratch Ages 8-14 Classes Vary Let your child’s creativity run wild in this class where students will use computer coding to turn their ideas into reality. Starting with a story, game idea or animation, students will learn to organize their ideas, work together on execution and express their creativity, all while being exposed to essential skills in today’s evolving society. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) $115(N/R $135) SPRC F 4/5-5/3 6:00-7:00pm 2231511-12 F 5/10-5/31 6:00-7:00pm 2231511-13 46 genevaparks.org Intro to Python Ages 13-19 Learn to design, build, and program robots using a creative educational approach that utilizes STEM concepts. This repeatable class groups students by their skill level, and introduces more advanced concepts and activities as they progress. At the end of each session, students will be given gift and Robotics Academy Student Progress Booklet. Instructor: Chasewood Learning Staff (JK) $85(N/R $105) SPRC Th 4/25-5/30 7:10-8:10pm 2221507-02 6 Classes In this course, you will be able to create your own unique Minecraft worlds from materials you mine from the ground. Be the programmer, game designer, architect, and artist in this exciting course. We will learn to teleport, build a lava tower, create a detailed castle instantly, and make a light-up dancefloor, turn whatever you touch to gold, and so much more. Whether you are new to coding or have prior experience, this course will be sure to get your creativity flowing. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) SPRC $170(N/R $190) M 4/8-5/13 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-01 6 Classes This course introduces you to programming best practices, computer science concepts and more using this industry standard software. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) $170(N/R $190) SPRC M 4/8-5/13 6:00-7:00pm 2231511-02 Digital Fabrication Ages 10-15 3 Classes This creator course focuses each week on a new machine and new means of design and production. You will 3D print, use a CNC milling machine and learn to cut and engrave with a CO2 laser. Each week you will bring home the objects that you create. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) $115(N/R $135) CodeCraze Tu 4/2-4/16 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-03 Tu 5/7-5/21 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-04 Movie Magic Ages 8-14 4 Classes Learn tricks to take the perfect shot with hands- free Lego poses, use Stop Motion, explore with the green screen, using YouTube safely and effectively, and more in this exciting course. Tablet, iPad, phone, or anything of the like is required. If you do not have access to one, we do have some available for use during class. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) $115(N/R $135) SPRC W 4/3-4/24 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-05 W 5/8-5/29 5:00-6:00pm 2231511-06 630-232-4542 Basic Circuitry Ages 10-14 4 Classes This new course is for our builders! Over four sessions, we will work through projects using Snap Circuits, Little Bits and a classic electronics trainer. You will build your own radio, AM broadcast station, burglar alarm, and electronic memory training game. The purpose is to understand basic electronic construction including elements of physics such as magnetism while creating useful household gadgets. Instructor: CodeCraze Staff (JK) SPRC $140(N/R $160) W 4/3-4/24 6:00-7:00pm 2231511-07 W 5/8-5/29 6:00-7:00pm 2231511-08 Let’s Build It: Chain Reactions - Ready, Set, Roll! Ages 6-12 4 Classes See the laws of motion at work in this thrilling, hands-on course. Construct machines and tools then combine them to create exciting chain reactions! Students will delve into concepts such as force, gravity, velocity, types of energy and balance. No experience necessary. Classes will end with students being challenged to see just how many reactions they can chain together! (JK) $113(N/R $133) ESCC Sa 5/4-5/25 10:00-11:30am 2231510-02 fun for you & Child Let’s Build A ... Ages 6-12 2 Classes Let your child experience the joy and gratification of creating something with their own bare hands in these fun parent/child woodworking projects. Together you’ll sand, stain, hammer, screw and glue your project together and watch their eyes light up as they put their own creative touches on their work. If time allows, decorate with us or take them home to decorate on your own. Instructor: GPD Staff (JK) Ukulele $60(N/R $80) SCC W 4/17 6:00-7:00pm 2211507-01 Birdhouse SCC $35(N/R $52) W 5/15 6:00-7:00pm 2211507-02 Stay Connected!