Program Name: Scratch #Gamemaker
Program Chair Volunteers: Steven Wong
Grades: 2nd-3rd
Day: Wednesday
Program Dates: Feb 4 – May 6 (no class 2/18 and 4/15)
Time: 2:30pm-4:05pm
Location: Room 11 (science room)
Description: Unlock your child’s creative potential with our “Scratch #GameMaker” course! This fun journey turns the interest of young gamers aged 8-11 in playing games into a passion for creating them. Students will dive into the world of game development, designing and coding their own interactive projects using Scratch. By combining gaming and coding, we inspire creativity, nurture problem-solving and instill critical thinking skills. Your child will gain a new perspective on how games are made and develop the tools to bring their own ideas to life. Get ready to watch your child level up from a player to a creator! This course is beginner friendly, but will challenge and engage students of all programming levels. Code For Fun instructors are experts in computer science and strive to make every session fun and engaging for all students.
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/CFF-CherryChase
Registration start date: 1/12/2026 at 9 am
Class Fees: $559
Program Name: Create Games and Art with Python
Program Chair Volunteers: Theresa Fremon and Srilakshmi Singaraju
Grades: 4th-5th
Day: Friday
Program Dates: Jan 30 – May 8 (no class 2/20 and 4/17)
Time: 2:30pm – 4:05pm
Location: Room 11 (science room)
Description: Inspire your child’s creativity and coding potential with our “Games and Art with Python” course! Designed for inventive learners aged 9-12, this course offers a unique way to introduce the logical world of programming through the colorful lens of digital art. By manipulating Python’s coding tools, students will watch their creativity come to life on screen – an inspiring experience that encourages them to explore and understand the beauty of code. Why choose between art and coding when you can have both? By the end of this journey, your child won’t just have coded – they’ll have painted, designed, and created, discovering a distinct and engaging pathway into the world of programming. This course is beginner friendly, but will challenge and engage students of all programming levels. Code For Fun instructors are experts in computer science and strive to make every session fun and engaging for all students.
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/CFF-CherryChase
Registration Start Date: 1/12/2026 at 9 am
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