The Coding Space Academy differentiates itself through its rigorous pre-college curriculum, personalized mentor-facilitated training, and emphasis on the Socratic Method to develop independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The Coding Space Academy offers a rigorous two-week in-person coding intensive designed for high school students (rising 9th-12th graders) aged 13-17. The program aims to prepare students for professional and collegiate computer science by focusing on hard coding skills and computational thinking. Participants will explore various programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, and WoofJS, and apply these in personalized project playlists that advance from simple to complex tasks. The curriculum emphasizes independent problem-solving through the Socratic Method, where instructors guide students with targeted questions rather than lectures. Students will engage in daily reflections to track their progress and setbacks, fostering self-awareness and confidence. The program culminates in an individual capstone project, presented on a Demo Day to peers and parents. Additionally, the camp includes workshops with STEM professionals, guest speakers, field trips to college campuses and tech companies, and community-building events like team dinners and game nights.
A typical day involves core coding and problem-solving in the mornings, working on real projects in Scratch, JavaScript, and Python, followed by afternoons where campers choose a Tech Pathway to delve deeper into areas like Game Design or Robotics.
This camp is best for high school students (ages 13-17) who are looking for a rigorous, immersive coding experience to prepare them for computer science in college and beyond, regardless of their prior coding experience.
Multiple Locations (Upper East Side, Park Slope, Brooklyn)
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