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Individual Appointments at 9, 10, 11, 1, 2 and 3
SDM offers individual appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to see if we have an opening on any particular day. Any topic, any time.
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons
Summer 2023 Small Group Lessons for Children in Grades 2 - 8 Summer Lesson Cancellation Policy In order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible, we have to make the best use of our staff, including our summer staff. Late cancellations, and no-shows, prevent us from providing those …
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons Read More »
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
4 events,
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
We offer 2 hour blocks of drop-in digital art, where students can use our equipment with minimal help, but can ask questions they may have. These seats will be available in the order of arrival until we have assigned all available equipment.
4 events,
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
3D Printing for Elementary and Middle School Students
3D Printing for Elementary and Middle School Students
The TinkerCAD lesson (above) is a prerequisite for 3-D printing. During a TinkerCAD lesson, or on their own, a student can create an object they would like to print (restrictions apply).
3 events,
3D Printing for Elementary and Middle School Students
3D Printing for Elementary and Middle School Students
The TinkerCAD lesson (above) is a prerequisite for 3-D printing. During a TinkerCAD lesson, or on their own, a student can create an object they would like to print (restrictions apply).
4 events,
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD for Elementary and Middle School Students
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to create a CAD design for an item to be built. This lesson requires approximately middle school levels of reading and math comprehension. Programming of the CAD design is done in TinkerCAD. To create a drawing for printing, most children will require more than one TinkerCAD lesson or individual appointment.
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
4 events,
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
Raspberry Pi for Elementary and Middle School Students
Raspberry Pi for Elementary and Middle School Students
Each student will work with a Raspberry Pi computer and learn how to connect it, get it running, and begin programming basic projects. No prior experience is required, but this lesson series requires a middle school level of reading, typing and math including simple multiplication and division. In the past, the Raspberry Pi was programmed to create sounds based on color input.
0 events,
4 events,
Individual Appointments at 9, 10, 11, 1, 2 and 3
SDM offers individual appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to see if we have an opening on any particular day. Any topic, any time.
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons
Summer 2023 Small Group Lessons for Children in Grades 2 - 8 Summer Lesson Cancellation Policy In order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible, we have to make the best use of our staff, including our summer staff. Late cancellations, and no-shows, prevent us from providing those …
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons Read More »
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
Scratch Programming Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch Programming Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
4 events,
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD for Elementary and Middle School Students
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to create a CAD design for an item to be built. This lesson requires approximately middle school levels of reading and math comprehension. Programming of the CAD design is done in TinkerCAD. To create a drawing for printing, most children will require more than one TinkerCAD lesson or individual appointment.
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
4 events,
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
We will take apart and reassemble a computer, and other pieces of equipment. Everyone will have hands-on experience of what the pieces of a computer look like, what they do, and how they fit together. No prior experience is required. Due to the nature of this lesson, students will be required to follow directions, demonstrate patience, and listening skills.
4 events,
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
We offer 2 hour blocks of drop-in digital art, where students can use our equipment with minimal help, but can ask questions they may have. These seats will be available in the order of arrival until we have assigned all available equipment.
Scratch Jr for Elementary School Students
Scratch Jr for Elementary School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
4 events,
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
4 events,
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
0 events,
4 events,
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons
Summer 2023 Small Group Lessons for Children in Grades 2 - 8 Summer Lesson Cancellation Policy In order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible, we have to make the best use of our staff, including our summer staff. Late cancellations, and no-shows, prevent us from providing those …
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons Read More »
Individual Appointments at 9, 10, 11, 1, 2 and 3
SDM offers individual appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to see if we have an opening on any particular day. Any topic, any time.
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
4 events,
Arduino Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Arduino Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with an Arduino board and learn how to connect it, get it running, and begin basic robotics projects. No prior experience is required but generally a middle school level of math and language is useful.
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
We offer 2 hour blocks of drop-in digital art, where students can use our equipment with minimal help, but can ask questions they may have. These seats will be available in the order of arrival until we have assigned all available equipment.
4 events,
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
4 events,
Scratch Jr for Elementary School Students
Scratch Jr for Elementary School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
3 events,
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
4 events,
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
We will take apart and reassemble a computer, and other pieces of equipment. Everyone will have hands-on experience of what the pieces of a computer look like, what they do, and how they fit together. No prior experience is required. Due to the nature of this lesson, students will be required to follow directions, demonstrate patience, and listening skills.
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
3D Modeling with TinkerCAD Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to create a CAD design for an item to be built. This lesson requires approximately middle school levels of reading and math comprehension. Programming of the CAD design is done in TinkerCAD. To create a drawing for printing, most children will require more than one TinkerCAD lesson or individual appointment.
0 events,
4 events,
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons
Summer 2023 Small Group Lessons for Children in Grades 2 - 8 Summer Lesson Cancellation Policy In order to provide free small group lessons and appointments to as many people as possible, we have to make the best use of our staff, including our summer staff. Late cancellations, and no-shows, prevent us from providing those …
Please read these registration rules for summer lessons Read More »
Individual Appointments at 9, 10, 11, 1, 2 and 3
SDM offers individual appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to see if we have an opening on any particular day. Any topic, any time.
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
4 events,
Arduino Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Arduino Robotics Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with an Arduino board and learn how to connect it, get it running, and begin basic robotics projects. No prior experience is required but generally a middle school level of math and language is useful.
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
We will take apart and reassemble a computer, and other pieces of equipment. Everyone will have hands-on experience of what the pieces of a computer look like, what they do, and how they fit together. No prior experience is required. Due to the nature of this lesson, students will be required to follow directions, demonstrate patience, and listening skills.
4 events,
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch Programming Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Scratch is a visual block based programming language, with a focus on fun coding. Topics will include motion, costumes, backgrounds, sound, sensing and events.
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Introduction for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
4 events,
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art Drop In for Elementary and Middle School Students
We offer 2 hour blocks of drop-in digital art, where students can use our equipment with minimal help, but can ask questions they may have. These seats will be available in the order of arrival until we have assigned all available equipment.
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Lego Robotics Advanced for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will work individually or in pairs with a Lego Spike Prime kit. Time will be split between learning how to build a robotic device, and programming basic robotic functions. Lego programming is done in Scratch-like block coding.
4 events,
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
Digital Art for Elementary and Middle School Students
In this lesson students will learn to draw a complex picture on an iPad using different drawing and coloring techniques. We use the Procreate program on iPads, with Apple pencils. Procreate includes the ability to add animation to pictures and this will be introduced. Students’ completed pictures can be emailed to them at the conclusion of the lesson. There is no minimum age recommendation, as no reading or math are required. Competence in using a computer is required.
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
What is Inside a Computer for Elementary and Middle School Students
We will take apart and reassemble a computer, and other pieces of equipment. Everyone will have hands-on experience of what the pieces of a computer look like, what they do, and how they fit together. No prior experience is required. Due to the nature of this lesson, students will be required to follow directions, demonstrate patience, and listening skills.
4 events,
Raspberry Pi for Elementary and Middle School Students
Raspberry Pi for Elementary and Middle School Students
Each student will work with a Raspberry Pi computer and learn how to connect it, get it running, and begin programming basic projects. No prior experience is required, but this lesson series requires a middle school level of reading, typing and math including simple multiplication and division. In the past, the Raspberry Pi was programmed to create sounds based on color input.
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Video Editing Continuing for Elementary and Middle School Students
Students will learn how to use software such as Adobe's Premier Rush to create a video. Whether they want to cut a piece out of a longer video, create their own slideshow, add titles, or produce a professional video, they will leave this lesson understanding the basics of video editing. Attendees should be adept users of a computer. Upper elementary or middle school students with an interest in video editing would be appropriate. Students who have their own video content can work on that. Other students will work on generic video clips.
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1 event,
Individual Appointments at 9, 10, 11, 1, 2 and 3
SDM offers individual appointments Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Call or email if you would like to see if we have an opening on any particular day. Any topic, any time.
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