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STEM exCEL - Minecraft Programming & Computer Science Camp

The camp provides a unique blend of creative Minecraft building with foundational computer science and programming education, offering a tangible introduction to complex STEM concepts.

🔥 Elementary 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person Beginner-friendly 💰 $400–$475/session

About this camp

In the STEM exCEL Minecraft Programming & Computer Science Camp, students delve into the fundamentals of computer science and programming through the engaging world of Minecraft. They learn problem-solving and design skills by utilizing command blocks and redstone to construct intricate projects with programming logic. This course serves as an excellent introduction to real-world circuitry, electronics, and electrical theory, helping students understand how computers process commands. Activities include designing and implementing large-scale Minecraft elevators, rollercoasters, and various redstone circuits, reinforcing coding fundamentals. Students will gain an understanding of computer science concepts and take home their Redstone creations, fostering continued learning and interest in STEM fields.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day includes core hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with drop-off between 8:50 am and 9:00 am and pick-up promptly at 4:00 pm.

Best suited for

This camp is ideal for students in 1st through 6th grade who are interested in getting started with coding and exploring computer science concepts through a fun, hands-on approach in Minecraft.

What you'll learn

Minecraft programming Command blocks Redstone circuits Programming logic Problem-solving Design skills Computer science concepts

Location

9880 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031

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