Robotics with Sphero
GRADES 5-8 (Fall 23)
varies by location
PREREQUISITE None
LEVEL Beginner–Intermediate
TECHNOLOGY Sphero
Robotics with Sphero Class Overview
The possibilities are endless as students explore robotics and programming with Sphero BOLT!
Packed with programmable sensors and a colorful LED light matrix, this popular robotic ball will keep students engaged as they learn to aim and drive their new robot, use the light matrix to display characters or play games, and even talk to other Sphero BOLTs using infrared communication. Come develop a love of robotics, coding, and STEM fundamentals.
An Amazing Class for Your Child
- Great fit for kids who enjoy creating gadgets, solving puzzles, and thinking about how things work
- Flexible class changes as your child advances or has new interests
- Rock star teachers your child and you will love
- Small classes offering personalized instruction
- Dedicated academic advisor
- Progress updates and office hours
- Student-led final project showcase each semester
- Distinct class design that fosters self-motivation, exploration, collaboration & deep learning
Benefits of this Empow Class
Students gain critical 21st century skills and so much more!
- Ignite their passions as they discover what parts of STEM they love most
- Build self-esteem and confidence as they complete ambitious projects
- Make new friends as they learn to collaborate with classmates
- Thrive in a community that embraces their unique talents and personality
- Flex their imagination and creativity whether they’re coding, designing video games, or sculpting in virtual 3D clay
- Develop valuable habits as they experiment, persist, and solve problems to complete their projects
Get Help Choosing the Best Class for Your Child
Our advisors make it easy for for you to:
- Understand the unique benefits of each class
- Select the best-fitting class(es) for your child based on their passions and your learning goals
- Find the most convenient location, days and times for classes that fit your family’s busy schedule
- Create a year-long sequence of STEM classes that support your family’s learning priorities
- Schedule time to come in for a visit and see the magic happening!
Class Schedule for the 2022-23 School Year
CLASS HOLIDAYS
- September 5 – Labor Day
- September 26 – Rosh Hashanah
- October 5 – Yom Kippur
- October 10 – Indigenous People’s Day
- November 11 – Veterans Day
- November 24-25 – Thanksgiving Break
- December 24-31 – Christmas
- January 1-2 – New Year’s Day
- January 16 – Martin Luther King Day
- February 20-24 – February Vacation
- April 7 – Good Friday
- April 17-21 – Spring Vacation
- May 29 – Memorial Day
- June 19 – Juneteenth
Enroll anytime throughout the semester. Every student progresses through our lessons at their own pace, so it’s never too late to sign-up, and your student will never be behind.
- Fall: 9/6/22 – 12/2/22
- Winter: 12/5/22 – 3/11/23
- Spring: 3/13/23 – 6/10/23
Please note our Holiday schedule. Families can take advantage of Holiday Camps (1-day) and Vacation Camps (1-week) when classes aren’t running.
ROCK STAR TEACHERS THAT INSPIRE AND TEACH WITH FUN, CREATIVITY, AND TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE THAT EMPOW STUDIOS HAS BEEN CHOSEN AS A FAMILY FAVORITE FOR THE SEVENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR!
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