Jodie Aakko – Brighton, Colorado … Brighton Adventist Academy’s doors will remain open this summer for two outstanding summer camp opportunities: Python Coding Camp and Kids Camp. Each camp runs for six weeks from June 5 to July 13.
Python Coding Camp will be led by Dr. Jide Williams, an adjunct professor at the University in Denver who holds certifications in Python programming and machine learning. It is designed for beginners in computer programming from age ten to adult who want to learn the basics of Python programming. Each student will complete a class project.
This class will develop confidence in the students’ computer programming skills to be able to start solving real problems before, during, and after college in any field.
“This summer coding camp offers a deep understanding on how to apply logic in solving problems, because the student is exposed to problem-solving by using algorithms developed with Python codes. In addition, the students will develop a good background to possess the prerequisite skillset needed to either continue to learn computer programming in college or to apply the acquired skillset in a completely different field of study,” summarizes Dr. Jide Williams.
“I want to learn Python because I can use it later in life. I want to learn coding to operate and program robots that I can build. This sounds like a great class to take this summer so I can have more experience in engineering,” said 10-year-old Ericsson Aakko, a student enrolled in Python Camp.
Kids Camp students will enjoy a summer camp theme of “The World Must be Explored.” Youth, ages five to thirteen, will spend their time venturing on field trips or staying on campus to participate in water play, storytelling, or crafts. Traditionally, the summer camp kids also have the option to serve as Vacation Bible School leaders for one week.
Ms. Sandra, director of Kids Camp and Little Lambs Learning Center, has six weeks of fun learning planned for the camp participants. “My goal is to provide opportunities for children to explore this summer in ways that promotes growth academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.”
“This is the bast part of summer! I love Ms. Sandra and the best part are the field trips and helping at VBS,” reminisced Sienna Radu, Brighton Academy student and Kids Camp veteran.
Both camps are open to the public. For more information and to register, please email [email protected]
—Jodie Aakko is principal of Brighton Adventist Academy. Photos supplied.
