Session 1

KIBO Code & Create-Grades K-2

Students will work collaboratively to build, program, and bring their screen-free KIBO robot to life while being introduced to basic coding concepts.

Mondays, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4:30-5:30pm, Instructor Kate Robertson

Sundays 3/22, 3/29, 4/12, 4/19, 4/22, 4/26 2-3pm, Instructor Nicole Astarita

Sundays, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 4-5pm, Instructor Kate Robertson

CubeCAD: Intro to 3D Printing-Grades K-4

Students will learn the basics of designing 3D models and bring their designs to life through printing, using CubeCAD.

Thursdays, 3/26 and 4/2, 6-8pm, Instructor Sam Wechsler

Girls Who Code-Grades 3-5

Students build problem-solving skills & creativity through block-based programming, real world projects, and inspiration from female role models in tech.

Tuesdays 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 5:30-6:30pm. Instructor, Amanda Blanchard

Spark Lab-Grades 3-5

A hands-on STEM course learning how electrical circuits work.  Students will learn about lighting, motors, diodes, voltage, wattage, resistors, switches, capacitors, and more.  

Wednesdays, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 5:30-7pm, Instructors Nate Brotz & Andrew Wilsey

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Competition Ready-Grades 5-8

This class is designed for current FLL Challenge students looking to improve their coding, mission strategy, and LEGO attachment designs.  * Student must have participated in FLL Challenge previously and be coach recommended. 

Sundays, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 4-6pm, Instructor Rick Robertson

3D Printing Techniques and Practical Uses-Grades 6-9

Wondering about different 3D print materials and when to use which one?  How about the differences in layer, infill and support settings?  In this course we will learn about selecting materials and print settings to optimize your 3D prints.  We will also cover where to find 3D designs to reuse, how to join multiple prints and add metal inserts for fasteners.  Some background in 3D CAD (Onshape) and 3D printing is helpful.

Tuesdays 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 7-8pm, Instructor Jeff Zemsky

Intro to Python-Grades 6-12

Students will learn high-level computer science concepts, basic application of writing code in Python 3, and introductory development practices.

Mondays, 3/16-5/11, 5:30-6:30pm, Instructor Dylan Keyer

Inside the LS:  Engine Building Workshop-Grades 6-12

Students will explore how an internal combustion engine works, identify its major systems, and work together to assemble an LS-based engine. Students will learn to use basic hand tools safely and effectively, work collaboratively in a shop environment and apply classroom concepts (math, science, physics) to mechanical systems. The workshop emphasizes real-world problem solving, safety, and discovery through doing. 

Thursdays 3/19, 3/26 6-7:30pm, Saturdays 3/28, 4/4 (if needed), 1-5pm, Instructor Victoria Carl

College & Career Readiness Workshop-Grades 8-12

Students will prepare for college/future careers by building essential professional skills such as resume writing, interviewing and communication skills.

Tuesday, 3/24, 5:30-7:30pm, Instructor Holly Fernandez

Session 2

Take Flight!  Drone STEM-Grades 4-6

Students explore how drones are used in the real world, learn basic flight skills, safety rules and teamwork as they get to fly drones themselves!  Please note one session will be at the UAlbany Drone Lab.

Dates/Time May, TBD,  Instructor Frank Peris

Hydrogen Grand Prix: Intro to Fuel Cells-Grades 5-8

Students will design, build test and race hydrogen fueled vehicles.  Students will learn how hydrogen fuel cells work and the importance of clean energy.

Date/Time TBD                         Instructor Christian Di Marco

Introduction to FIRST Tech Challenge-Grades 6-11

Introductory class will focus on FTC fundamentals, safety, tools, robot components and an overview of the competition structure.

Date/Time TBD                         Instructor Rick Robertson

Financial Literacy:  Personal Finance-Grades 6-12

Introduction to essential money skills, including budgeting, investments, debt and compound interest to encourage smart financial decisions in the future.

Tuesday, 4/14, 5:30-7:30pm, Instructor Holly Fernandez

Under the Hood: Building and Connecting PCs-Grades 8-12

Have you ever wondered what’s happening inside your PC when you press power, or how a video from a server halfway across the world appears on your screen in milliseconds?  This class is a hands-on, deep dive into the physical and logical world of computing. Students will participate in a “Teardown Day” to disassemble hardware and a “Network Build” to configure a functioning local area network as they learn about what it’s like to work in Systems Administration or Hardware Engineering.  Great for tech enthusiasts or aspiring gamers looking to optimize their PC!  No prior technical experience is required.

Wednesdays, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5:30-7pm,  Instructor Andrew Wilsey