{"id":17603,"date":"2025-04-03T13:53:58","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T17:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/cs\/?page_id=17603"},"modified":"2025-05-22T18:19:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T22:19:33","slug":"computer-science-summer-camp","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/cs\/news-and-events\/computer-science-summer-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Science Summer Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Computer Summer Camp 2025<\/h1>\n<h3>Tyler Hall, University of Rhode Island<\/h3>\n<h3>Monday-Friday, 8:30 am &#8211; 3:30 pm<\/h3>\n<h3>Cost : $425\/week ($400\/week for 2 or more weeks)<\/h3>\n<h3>Registration Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/GhyoSoBUpXzbhDHE9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/forms.gle\/GhyoSoBUpXzbhDHE9<\/a><\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 2em\">We look forward to welcoming your child to our Summer Camp!<br \/>\nFor more information contact Indrani Mandal at <a href=\"mailto:indrani_mandal@uri.edu\">indrani_mandal@uri.edu<\/a> or Arindam Laha at <a href=\"mailto:arindam.laha@uri.edu\">arindam.laha@uri.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Programs<\/h2>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Scratch Explorers: June 23-27<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 3rd-7th<br \/>\n\ud83c\udfc6 <strong>Unlock Creativity Through Coding!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin us for <strong>Scratch Explorers<\/strong>, a fun-filled summer camp designed for <strong>3rd\u20137th graders<\/strong> to dive into the exciting world of coding! Using <strong>Scratch<\/strong>, a beginner-friendly programming language, campers will create interactive stories, games, and animations while developing problem-solving and logical thinking skills.<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior coding knowledge required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Hands-on coding with Scratch<br \/>\n\u2705 Fun challenges &amp; creative storytelling<br \/>\n\u2705 Game design &amp; animation projects<br \/>\n\u2705 Teamwork &amp; problem-solving activities<br \/>\n\u2705 Introduction to basic computational thinking<\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Web Wizards: June 23-27<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 6th-8th (Middle School)<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf10 <strong>Design, Create, and Launch Your Own Website!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin us for <strong>Web Wizards<\/strong>, an exciting summer camp where <strong>middle school students<\/strong> will learn the art of web design! Through hands-on projects, campers will explore <strong>HTML, CSS, and JavaScript<\/strong> to build their own interactive websites. No prior experience is needed&mdash;just creativity and curiosity!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior coding knowledge required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Learn the basics of HTML, CSS, &amp; JavaScript<br \/>\n\u2705 Design and customize your own website<br \/>\n\u2705 Explore web layouts, colors, and animations<br \/>\n\u2705 Understand user experience (UX) and design principles<br \/>\n\u2705 Work on fun, real-world projects<\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Arduino Innovators: June 23-27<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 6th-8th (Middle School)<br \/>\n\ud83e\udd16 <strong>Build, Code, and Create with Arduino!<\/strong><br \/>\nDive into the world of <strong>electronics and coding<\/strong> with <strong>Arduino Innovators<\/strong>, a hands-on summer camp designed for <strong>middle school students<\/strong>! Campers will learn how to program and build interactive projects using <strong>Arduino microcontrollers<\/strong>, gaining foundational skills in robotics, engineering, and coding. No prior experience is needed&mdash;just curiosity and a passion for creating!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior coding knowledge required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Hands-on experience with <strong>Arduino kits<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Learn to code with <strong>C\/C++ for Arduino<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Build and program LED circuits, sensors, and motors<br \/>\n\u2705 Design fun projects like smart lights &amp; mini robots<br \/>\n\u2705 Develop problem-solving and engineering skills<\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Python Explorers: July 07-11<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 6th-8th (Middle School)<br \/>\n\ud83e\udda2 <strong>Code, Create, and Explore with Python!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin <strong>Python Explorers<\/strong>, a fun and interactive summer camp designed for <strong>middle school students<\/strong> eager to learn one of the most powerful programming languages&mdash;<strong>Python!<\/strong> Campers will dive into the basics of coding, problem-solving, and computational thinking through exciting hands-on projects. No prior experience needed&mdash;just curiosity and a love for learning!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior coding knowledge required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Learn Python through <strong>fun, hands-on coding challenges<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore <strong>loops, functions, and variables<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Build <strong>games, animations, and interactive projects<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Solve puzzles and real-world coding problems<br \/>\n\u2705 Develop <strong>logical thinking &amp; problem-solving skills<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Robotics Adventure: July 07-11<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 3rd-7th<br \/>\n\ud83e\udd16 <strong>Build, Code, and Bring Robots to Life!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin <strong>Robotics Adventure<\/strong>, an exciting summer camp where <strong>3rd\u20137th graders<\/strong> become young engineers and programmers! Through hands-on activities, campers will design, build, and program their own robots using beginner-friendly robotics kits. No prior experience is needed&mdash;just curiosity and creativity!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior robotics or coding experience required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Hands-on <strong>robot building &amp; programming<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Learn to code with <strong>block-based &amp; text-based programming<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Experiment with <strong>motors, sensors, and circuits<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Complete fun <strong>challenges &amp; obstacle courses<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore how robots are used in the real world<\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Little Coders: July 07-11<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> K-2nd<br \/>\n\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f <strong>Play, Learn, and Explore the World of Computers!<\/strong><br \/>\nWelcome to <strong>Little Coders<\/strong>, a fun and engaging <strong>computer camp<\/strong> designed especially for <strong>K\u20132nd graders!<\/strong> Through interactive games, storytelling, and hands-on activities, young learners will be introduced to <strong>basic computer skills, coding concepts, and digital creativity<\/strong> in an age-appropriate way. No prior experience needed&mdash;just curiosity and a love for learning!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior computer experience required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Learn basic c<strong>omputer navigation &amp; typing skills<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore <strong>coding through fun, interactive games<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Create <strong>simple animations &amp; digital art<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Solve puzzles using <strong>computational thinking<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Develop <strong>problem-solving and logical thinking skills<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>App Inventors: July 14-18<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 3rd-7th<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcf1<strong>Design, Code, and Launch Your Own Mobile Apps!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin <strong>App Inventors<\/strong>, an exciting summer camp where <strong>3rd\u20137th graders<\/strong> will learn to <strong>create their own mobile apps<\/strong> using MIT App Inventor! Through fun, hands-on projects, campers will explore the world of app development, learning c<strong>oding, design, and problem-solving skills<\/strong>&mdash;no prior experience needed!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior coding or app development experience required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Learn to build apps using <strong>MIT App Inventor<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Create <strong>interactive stories, games, and tools<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore <strong>block-based programming<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Design app layouts and user interfaces<br \/>\n\u2705 Work on a <strong>final app project to showcase<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Java Coders: July 14-18<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 6th-12th (Middle &amp; High School)<br \/>\n\u2615\ufe0f <strong>Code, Create, and Master Java Programming!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin <strong>Java Coders<\/strong>, a dynamic summer camp designed for <strong>middle and high school students<\/strong> eager to dive into the world of <strong>Java programming!<\/strong> Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or have some coding experience, this camp will help you build a strong foundation in <strong>object-oriented programming, problem-solving, and application development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior Java experience required, but basic programming knowledge is helpful.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Learn J<strong>ava syntax, variables, and loops<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore <strong>object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Build <strong>games, interactive programs, and small applications<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Work on fun <strong>coding challenges and projects<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Understand the basics of <strong>data structures &amp; algorithms<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n<h3>Junior Robotics: July 14-18<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Grades:<\/strong> 3rd-7th<br \/>\n\ud83e\udd16 <strong>Build, Code, and Explore the World of Robotics!<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin <strong>Junior Robotics<\/strong>, an exciting summer camp designed for <strong>3rd\u20137th graders<\/strong>, where campers will dive into the world of <strong>robotics, coding, and engineering!<\/strong> Through hands-on projects and fun challenges, campers will learn how to build and program robots, developing valuable STEM skills along the way. Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or have some experience, this camp is the perfect way to unleash your creativity!<\/p>\n<h3>Who can join?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> No prior robotics or coding experience required.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Build and program <strong>robotic models<\/strong> using beginner-friendly kits<br \/>\n\u2705 Learn <strong>basic coding<\/strong> to control robots using <strong>block-based programming<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Explore <strong>sensors, motors, and simple circuits<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2705 Complete exciting <strong>robot challenges<\/strong> like maze solving, racing, and obstacle courses<br \/>\n\u2705 Work in teams to design and build functional robots for real-world tasks<\/p>\n<hr style=\"width:75%;height:1px;border-width:0;color:gray;background-color:gray\" \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Computer Summer Camp 2025 Tyler Hall, University of Rhode Island Monday-Friday, 8:30 am &#8211; 3:30 pm Cost : $425\/week ($400\/week for 2 or more weeks) Registration Link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/GhyoSoBUpXzbhDHE9 We look forward to welcoming your child to our Summer Camp! 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