Computer Programming for Beginners

Computer Programming for Beginners

• Times Available: Wednesday, Thursday, 10:30am, 1:30pm
• Date Range: October 2024 - May 2025
• Grade Levels: 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
• Class Size: minimum 8, maximum 28 students/per program
• Months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December
• Requirements: Minimum age 12 yrs.
  Must register for program at least four weeks in advance.
• Fee: $120 per program
• Contact: Missy Chernick at melissa.chernick@naturalsciences.org

From scientists to game developers, computer code is used in nearly every profession. Demystify the world of computer programing by starting at the beginning! Designed to introduce basic coding skills through fun game-like lessons, this class is for those interested in learning valuable skills that are highly sought after.
This program is 90 minutes long and takes place in the Visual World Investigate Lab.

This program is held onsite at our Downtown Raleigh location.

Curriculum Correlation(s): 6.TT.1, 7.TT.1, 8.TT.1, HS.TT.1

Scheduling Instructions: Scheduling is now closed for the 2024/2025 school year. Scheduling for the upcoming school year will begin on Tuesday, July 29 for programs in October–January, and Tuesday, August 26 for programs in February–May. A link to the scheduling request form will be added once scheduling begins.

Scholarship Opportunities: Funding may be available to cover all or part of program fees for qualifying schools. Please indicate your interest in the Additional Information section of the Scheduling Request Form.