The Raspberry Pi is a low cost computer, the circuitry of which only costs around $35. It can be used to design all sorts of devices. With it, a few extra parts, programming know-how, and some creativity a student can make their own arcade system. This summer, a the San Joaquin County Office of Education high school students will learn how to program in Scratch and Python to make their own system and their own game. They’ll learn to wire parts, control the Linux operating system, and code. In the end students will compete to see who has the best system and take their system home.
Daily Schedue
The camp will begin at 9:00 AM daily in the Harmony Grove Lab in the Wentworth Education Center at the San Joaquin County Office of Education. Students will be provided an electronic device to use both days. Camp is over each day at 2:30 PM.
Lunch Break
There will be a 30-minute lunch break each day. Lunch will be provided for the students by a local caterer. If your student has specific allergies or dietary restrictions, they can bring their own sack lunch, refrigeration is available.
What to Bring
Students should just bring themselves, but be prepared to have a sweater in case the air conditioning makes them a little chilly.
Behavior Issues
This is an enrichment activity and any behavior issues will result in immediate dismissal and removal from the course with no refunds provided.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Required docuements will be sent via email to the parent/guardian email listed above. Each form will need to be filled out, signed, and brought to the first day of camp - June 27th. Please arrive a few minutes early to process all paperwork.
Cancellation Policy: If the course is canceled by SJCOE, registrants will be notified in advance and will obtain a full refund. No refunds will be given for participant cancellations.
IF YOUR STUDENT IS ON THE FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM IN YOUR SCHOOL DISTRICT AND NEEDS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO ATTEND THIS CAMP, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
OTHERWISE, PLEASE CLICK ON THE "REGISTER NOW" BUTTON BELOW!
THANK YOU!