EScout Academy: Online coding classes

eScout Academy offers creative courses to inspire students towards computing and learn the basics of Science and Physical computing (STEM), Robotics concepts in a fun and easy way. The course consists of different themed activities like Art, music, storytelling, interactive games, science experiments to inspire and engage students towards technology, and "Making STEM fun and real".

Courses focus on building creativity(through interactive exercises), social-emotional intelligence, peer-peer learning, working in a group environment, design thinking, mathematical thinkers, and real-world problem-solvers.

Animation & Develop Games - Level 1 & 2   Grade 2 -4 
eScout Academy offers an introduction to the basics of science and physical computing, game building, and Lego robotics concepts in a fun and easy way. In Animation and Develop Games Levels 1 & 2, students will be introduced to code puzzles, express and apply computing steps, and build and play with code blocks. Create games using sequencing, conditionals, and Operators concepts.  Participants will need a laptop or tablet. Headphones are optional.

Animation & Develop Games - Level 3, Grade 4-5
Equips students with foundational coding skills and computational thinking through interactive game design. Introduction to Block-Based Coding: Students learn the basics of programming and develop critical thinking skills. Maze Game Creation: Step-by-step instruction on building, testing, and debugging a maze game to understand core programming concepts. Arcade and Sports Games Development: Students advance to creating single and multiplayer games, applying loops, conditionals, and mathematical operations.  

Develop games using "python"  Grade 5 - 8 
eScout Academy offers an introduction to the basics of science and physical computing, game building, and Lego robotics concepts in a fun and easy way. In Development Games using Python, students will be introduced to foundational computing skills, transitions from blocks to simple code, python basics, variables, loops, and functions to create visuals, artwork, simulations, interactive games, and more. Participants will need a laptop or Chromebook. Headphones are optional.
 
Hands-on Robotics with Micro:bit (Block Coding) Level 1 Grades 4-6
This engaging program introduces students to the exciting world of robotics and coding using Micro:bit, a pocket-sized programmable computer. Through hands-on experiments and block coding, students will explore the Micro:bit's built-in sensors, including an accelerometer, light sensor, and motion detector, to create fun and practical projects. Project includes: Building a step counter, designing a dice roller for board games, creating an animal tracker and many more exciting real-world experiments. *This class requires purchase of a physical Micro:bit device (appr. $35), which can be used for future Micro:bit series classes. 

Elementary Game Design & AI 101 (Grades 5-6)
Designed for upper elementary students, this exciting course combines creativity, problem-solving, and technology through two engaging modules. Students will create their own video games while exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) uses data to make decisions in the world around us.
       Game Design Module
  • Create interactive games with animated characters
  • Build scoring systems, challenges, and game rule
  • Design and share games during a collaborative Game Ja
  • Improve projects using testing and feedback
        AI 101 Module
  • Explore how AI works behind the scenes
  • Learn how AI analyzes data and makes decisions
  • Discover AI applications used in everyday life
  • Discuss important topics such as data, fairness, and bias
AI Discoveries (Grades 6-8)
AI Discoveries is an engaging middle school course that puts AI literacy at the center, helping students learn not only how to use AI tools, but also how to think critically about them. Through hands-on projects, students will create apps, games, and AI-powered experiences while exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping our everyday lives. Along the way, they will develop creativity, problem-solving, digital literacy, and responsible technology skills. No prior coding experience is required.
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Elementary Game Design & AI 101 
N/A 5 - 6 M  09/21/2026 - 11/16/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Online 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
No Class 10/12
 
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Hands-on Robotics Micro:bit - Monday 
N/A 4 - 6 M  09/21/2026 - 11/16/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Online 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
No Class 10/12
 
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Hands-on Robotics Micro:bit - Wednesday 
N/A 4 - 6 W  09/23/2026 - 11/18/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Online 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
NO 11/11
 
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Animation & Develop Games Level 1 & 2 - Fall 
N/A 2 - 4 M  09/21/2026 - 11/16/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Online 		$145.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
 
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Hands-on Robotics Micro:bit - Wednesday 
N/A 4 - 6 W  01/13/2027 - 03/10/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
NO 2/17
 
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Hands-on Robotics Micro:bit - Thursday 
N/A 4 - 6 Th  01/14/2027 - 03/11/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
NO 2/18
 
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Develop games using "python" - Winter 2027 - Thursdays 
N/A 5 - 7 Th  01/14/2027 - 03/11/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
No Class 2/18
 
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Elementary Game Design & AI 101 
N/A 5 - 6 W  01/13/2027 - 03/10/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
No Class 2/17
 
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AI Discoveries - Winter 2027 
N/A 6 - 8 Th  01/14/2027 - 03/11/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$185.00 Res, $185.00 Non-Res
No class 2/18
 
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Animation & Develop Games Level 1 & 2 - Winter 27 MON 
N/A 2 - 4 M  01/11/2027 - 03/15/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$145.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
No class 1/18, 2/15
 
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Animation & Develop Games Level 3 - Winter 2027 
N/A 4 - 5 Tu  01/12/2027 - 03/09/2027
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
ONLINE 		$145.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
No class 2/16
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