The LEAGUE Tech Club

This event is tailored to students in grades 6-12. A Github account is necessary to participate.

Give your student a head start in tech! In this free, beginner-friendly class, kids will get hands-on with Raspberry Pi, the mini computer used in classrooms and maker spaces worldwide.
In just one hour, students will:

• Discover what a Raspberry Pi is and how it powers real robots
• Write their first Python program that simulates how a robot "thinks"
• Build confidence with coding in a fun, low-pressure environment

What they'll create: Students will write a simple program that makes decisions like a real robot. They'll test their code by typing in different scenarios—like "obstacle" or "clear path"—and watch the robot respond with decisions like "turning left" or "moving forward." It's a first look at the logic that drives autonomous robots, and they'll see it react in real time to their inputs.

In-person session. Computers and Raspberry Pis provided.

This class is part of a series introducing students to robotics fundamentals, perfect for students interested in joining an FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) robotics team. Getting comfortable with coding and hardware early gives students a real advantage when competition season begins.

Bring your own computer if you prefer - you will need to be logged into a Github account.

Give your child the thrill of making their very first video game! In this free, one-hour event, kids in grades 3 through 6 will work alongside a live instructor to design a main character, add movement, and create simple challenges--then watch their game come to life. It’s a fun, beginner-friendly way to spark creativity, build problem-solving skills, and get them excited about technology. Presented by The League of Amazing Programmers! Registration is required.

Optionally, if your child wants to save their work, they will need to use Google, Microsoft, or Clever at the beginning of class to login to this website: https://arcade.makecode.com/