Learn the fundamentals of coding with Scratch by creating a Nintendo themed game.  Inspire your student to pursue today's most exciting technologies. Scratch uses colorful, visual blocks that fit together like Legos. 

Additional technical requirement:

• Scratch and scratch account
• PC Needed, will not work on Chromebooks, tablets or phones
• Internet- broadband internet
• Webcam
• Microphone or speakers
• Zoom installed 

Please review the following points:

• This class will use Zoom, a platform for video communication. If your child is unfamiliar with it, we will go over the basics at the beginning of class, but please take a moment to review the following with your child:

1. Show up 10 minutes before class time.
2. Set up a location with minimal distractions.
3. Be respectful of the teacher, other students, and the learning process.
4. Listen and click on the "raise hand" button before talking if you have questions.
5. Please stay muted on Zoom unless you have been called on when the teacher is talking.

Here is a video introduction to using Zoom: Link

• Your student will need the following in order to fully participate in class: a computer (Windows or MacBook), webcam, microphone, speakers, and internet.

• This class requires the following programs: Scratch (this is a website accessed here).
• Before class: sign up for a free Scratch account. Make sure your student has their username and password easily accessible!

ZOOM LINK*: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctcuqgqTopEtIuTitQUDMr6z9KxEgSoyEO *you will be asked to register for the session. Enter your student’s first and last name and your email address. Or join with Meeting ID: 830 5387 1386 and passcode: techgc If you are having issues entering the meeting before class, please text 612-314-3928 (don’t call) for assistance. It will only be monitored during the 30 minutes before class begins. Plan to use the link and enter the waiting room 10 minutes before the start of class. For more information about your class or other classes we offer, please visit our website. We hope your student enjoys this class! Thanks,

Tech Academy Team (office@techacademycamps.com)