​Computer Science & Game Design

~Course Description~
~ For any student wishing to gain a fun and interactive
experience, while learning to write basic code
~ Students will learn industry standard JavaScript programming language
~ Fun outdoor activities to break up the day

Featured Units
~ Micro:bit Microcontrollers
~ Makey Makey Kits
~ Game Design
*Beginners welcome, NO prior experience needed!!!
 
All projects are designed and taught by Computer Science teacher Mark Galesi and assisted by Mark Dotta.
NJ Certified Ridge High School teachers.

FEATURING...
​Micro:bit technology

The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that you can program and physically interact with.
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​Students will learn how to program with this fun and interactive approach, as they physically interact with the micro:bit microcontroller during a variety of challenges.
The micro:bit has 25 programmable LED's to flash messages,
2 programmable buttons to control games,
A built in accelerometer to detect motion,
​and much more!
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​Students will even be able to use the micro:bit to make custom designed projects, as they get creative with lights, sounds and movement

Makey Makey

Use the Makey Makey circuit board and alligator clips to turn send signals, make music, play games and even check the conductivity of a banana!

​Game Design

~ Develop your very own custom games online
~ Challenge your friends to play your game as you try theirs​
Camp Activities
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BrainSTEM Summer Camp
Course Selection & Dates

Robotics

Morning Camp; 9am - 12pm
​July 13-24 
Monday - Friday
Grade 4-8

Engineering Design & Prototyping

Afternoon Camp; 1pm - 4pm
​July 13-24 
Monday - Friday
Grade 4-8

Computer Science & Game Design

Full Day Camp; 9am - 4pm
​July 6-10 
Monday - Friday
Grade 5-9