Coderdojo
Every first and third Saturday, NewBoCo hosts free STEAM programming for K-5 students. The stations rotate and include engaging topics such as game design, animation, robotics, healthcare, and coding. Our goal is to foster creativity and encourage children to enjoy learning new topics.
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Attendees are welcomed at 1:00 PM and will experience different stations for STEM activities. Students are encouraged to visit any stations that look fun and interesting! Mentors will get participants started at each station, then students can learn, and explore the activities. Curiosity and creativity are always encouraged!
Reservations are requested so that we can provide adequate support for the stations. CoderDojo is a free community event, and we look forward to supporting students as they learn about STEM!
get a head-start
New to coding? These lessons recorded by Alison, our Assistant Director, can help you become a pro at using Scratch, so when the next ‘Dojo rolls around you’re ready!
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Code++
Code++ is a one-day event to teach 8th–12th-grade students about programming. The beginner group will learn HTML and CSS to build their own website. They will also learn about careers in computer science.
This event would not be possible without our sponsors, Collins Aerospace, BAE Systems, Green State Credit Union, Workiva, and IDT. A big thank you to everyone involved!
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GirlsCode++
While Computer Science is one of the fastest-growing majors today, women make up only 18% of graduates. We can change this and have fun at the same time.
In February 2016, we held the first girls-only code camp in Iowa. The event exceeded our expectations—more than 50 middle and high school girls attended! We’ve since decided to support a variety of programs state-wide aimed at encouraging girls to experience and consider careers in computer science.
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Future City (Grades 6-8)
Future City is a project-based learning program where students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades imagine, research, design, and build cities of the future.
Starting with the question, “How can we make the world a better place?” students imagine, research, design, and build cities of the future that showcase their solution to a citywide sustainability issue.
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Unlocking Doors for Students
NewBoCo is the designated provider of Code.org Professional Learning Programs in Iowa. Our role includes providing quality professional development to educators through local school district partnerships and acting as a regional hub of the global computer science education movement. NewBoCo will work with schools and provide networking and collaboration events for computer science teachers.
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