fun for Kids • Ages 6 – 12
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SPECTRUM Computer Explorers TechStars™ provides cutting edge programs designed around 21st Century Learning . Their STEM ( Science , Technology , Engineering , Math ) initiatives , and Next Generation Science Standards use software , apps , supporting peripherals and proper instruction to fully engage the student .
These programs enhance and extend a student ' s academic readiness , help them develop problem-solving expertise and creativity , while practicing team-building .
MINECRAFT : BASIC TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS
Ages 6 – 8 Are your friends all into Minecraft , but you haven ’ t quite figured it out ? This is for YOU ! You and your partner will collaborate to learn essential crafting skills while searching for clues to unlock doors , complete scavenger hunts and more ! You ’ ll get an introduction to the basics of computer networking , multidimensional objects and video game graphics . After completing this boot camp , you ’ ll have the basic tools to participate in more advanced Minecraft adventures ! mh Min / Max : 6 / 10 4 Weeks Computer Explorers , Instructor Prairie Lakes , Mountain View 3 Tuesdays , 5:00 – 6:15p 4 / 4 – 4 / 25 R : $ 75 / NR : $ 94 # 555308-1
MINECRAFT : A NETWORKED ADVENTURE
Ages 8 – 12 TechStars grants you access to a PROPRIETARY Minecraft world you can ’ t get on your own ! Learn fundamentals of computer networking through this unique Minecraft experience that also allows you and your friends to work in multiplayer mode as you mine , craft and build together to survive . Working with a partner , use your skills to explore all the secrets the world has to offer , including a mysterious castle filled with challenges . No matter whether you are new to Minecraft or already love the program , this program is for YOU ! mh Min / Max : 6 / 10 4 Weeks Computer Explorers , Instructor Prairie Lakes , Mountain View 3 Tuesdays , 6:30 – 7:45p 4 / 4 – 4 / 25 R : $ 75 / NR : $ 94 # 555309-1
UNDER THE MICROSCOPE
Ages 5 – 7 Guess what we discover under the microscope ? Together we will explore a whole new world of learning and excitement . Using the computer and a child-friendly digital microscope , students will explore the concepts of magnification , science , nature study & digital editing . mh Min / Max : 6 / 10 4 Weeks Computer Explorers , Instructor Prairie Lakes , Mountain View 3 Tuesdays , 5:00 – 6:00p 5 / 2 – 5 / 23 R : $ 60 / NR : $ 75 # 555311-1
CSI — CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
Ages 8 – 12 Get ready to become part of the biggest crime scene of the century ! Did you commit the crime or the friend sitting next to you ? It ’ s up to you to solve the crime using CSI techniques used by the experts . Think Digital Microscopes to examine fingerprints , hair and powder samples left at the crime scene and so much more . The last class will end with a class participating crime scene activity . Which one of your classmates is the suspect in the case ? Possibly , maybe … even you ! mh Min / Max : 6 / 10 4 Weeks Computer Explorers , Instructor Prairie Lakes , Mountain View 3 Tuesdays , 6:15 – 7:30p 5 / 2 – 5 / 23 R : $ 75 / NR : $ 94 # 555312-1
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