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Learning to Code: Beginner Python

Virtual delivery
Ages 12 to 13 (grades 7 to 8)
Co-ed 

Intermediate option available (virtual)

Attention all aspiring coders! This virtual summer camp gives participants the opportunity to learn coding in one of the most popular coding languages in the world, used in a huge range of careers. Participants can expect to learn and use the to tackle coding challenges similar to what a Software Engineer would do in their day-to-day work. This camp is geared towards those with no prior coding experience!

Features:
  • interactive learning approach
  • simplification of complex topics
  • problem solving and design-based thinking
  • hands-on activities and/or experiment
  • connecting topics to society
  • counsellors demonstrate excellence in engineering and science, strong leadership skills, past experience working with youth, and enthusiasm towards education

Availability

Week 1: Wednesday, July 2 to Friday, July 4 (3-days)
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST
Cost: $80 (individual)

*Individual participant pricing only. One camper per registration. 

**Schedule subject to change without notice.
Technology requirements must be fulfilled prior to the start of camp. See below.

Video conferencing
  1. Computer with internet access;
    • Tablets, other mobile devices and gaming consoles are not sufficient for this camp.
  2. Stable internet or data connection;
  3. Microphone;
  4. Webcam*; and
  5. Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset).

*Webcam is preferred, but not required.

Physical materials may be required for camps. A materials list will be provided to registrants prior to the start of camp.

Parents/guardians are responsible for supervision of their child(ren).

Support needs will vary by camper. We anticipate younger campers may require more support. 

Some adult support (or support from an older sibling) will be needed to start the daily session for younger campers. Counsellors will then provide the support during the camp activities.

Support may be required by parents/guardians or older children for:

  • initial computer and program launch;
  • internet connectivity; and/or
  • technical issues not related to Zoom or camp-related software.