Spike Prime Robotics & Arduino Circuit Playground (8/11-8/15)

9AM-12PM: Spike Prime Robotics

SPIKE Prime Robotics is a hands-on course tailored for middle school students interested in exploring robotics, engineering, and coding. Students will build and program robots using LEGO Technic Engineering elements, motors, advanced sensors, and a programmable hub equipped with an LED matrix. The course uses an intuitive, drag-and-drop coding language based on Scratch, with opportunities for advanced students to learn Python.

Throughout the course, students engage in creative challenges that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork as they design robots to sense, react, and interact with their environment. With structured lessons and open-ended projects, the SPIKE Prime Robotics course supports learners from beginner to advanced levels, preparing them for future STEM success in both classroom settings and competitive arenas.

1PM-4PM: Arduino & Circuit Playground

Demystify the world of electronics with this fun, introductory course on Beginner Circuits! Circuit Playground invites students to explore fundamental concepts in electrical circuits and coding in a dynamic development environment. Students engage in creative problem-solving by constructing and programming interactive, hands-on projects that incorporate colorful LEDs, matrices, music, motion and light sensors, game controllers, and so much more.

If the student has taken Scratch Coding with us, they will also see a familiar drag-and-drop programming interface. This further helps students who are new to circuits to start controlling and designing their projects. Finally, we transition students to text-based Javascript and Python coding and also transport the code to a full-fledged Arduino board, so students can get with making much more advanced electronics quickly.

Circuit Playground provides “enlightening” experiences and introduces electrical concepts in a fun and approachable way for Students.

Early-Morning Drop-Off and Late-Afternoon Pick-Up services are available here.

Notes:

• Camp registrations are refundable with a 100% refund up to 4 weeks before the program starts, a 50% refund if canceled before the program begins, and no refund once the program has started.
• All students are welcome to enjoy snacks throughout the day and join us for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
  
• No nuts of any kind are allowed in our maker studio.
• Water and restroom facilities are readily available.
• All campers are expected to be fully self-sufficient and demonstrate respectful behavior at all times.
• Students are responsible for managing any special needs, medications, and bathroom needs independently.
• Please pack an extra change of clothes in case of spills or other accidents.
• Early-morning drop-off and/or late-afternoon pickup are available.
• Please contact us at any time with any additional clarifications and questions: (860) 272-4000.

*LEGO is a trademark of The LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse these programs.