Adventures in Computer Science Camp set June 19-24
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - The 2011 Adventures in Computer Science Summer Camp for students entering grades 6-8 is scheduled for June 19-24 at Purdue University.
Sponsored by the K-12 Outreach Program of Purdue's Department of Computer Science, the camp will take an in-depth look at computer science concepts such as programming and robotics and how they are used every day to make a difference in our world. No previous computer science or programming expertise is necessary, but campers should be comfortable using a computer.
Participants will use programs such as Python, Alice, Lego Robotics, and JavaScript to explore hands-on applications. Students also will participate in a PicoCricket design studio challenge.
Computer activities will take place in the Lawson Computer Science Building. These activities will be led by Mindy Hart, Purdue computer science K-12 outreach coordinator, other computer science faculty and staff, and K-12 teachers. Purdue students will work with campers as lab assistants and camp counselors, and 24-hour supervision will be provided by camp staff.
Camp will conclude with a recognition luncheon and project show-and-tell that family may attend for an additional cost.
For more information on program content, contact Hart at 765-494-7802. For more information on registration, contact Lynn Stocksick at 800-359-2968, toll free, or locally at 765-494-2753. The brochure, including registration form, is available online at https://www.conf.purdue.edu/cscamp
Writer: Jim Bush, 765-494-2077, jsbush@purdue.edu
Source: Mindy Hart, 765-494-7802, mindy@purdue.edu