Computer Science and Coding Program

In the Ranger Super Coder and Robotics club, students in grades three through five learn the basics of both computer science and coding program learn Lego robotics. In the beginning of the year, students are taught the basics of coding using programs such as Code.org, Tynker.com and scratch.mit.edu.

Through the use of these programs, our students are learning conceptual thinking which fosters problem-solving skills that encourage a way of thinking that will help students in their day-to-day lives.

Program Information

Each Friday, our student “Super Coders” are given an opportunity to practice coding for the first hour and then they work with a partner to build and program their Lego Robots. In computer science and coding program students get a chance to not only talk with their friends, but to strategically solve problems focusing on logical and analytical reasoning and critical thinking. The goal of this program is to prepare students for college and career readiness, the competitive workforce, and to focus on those life long skills that can be applied and transferable to any industry – especially those that focus on science and technology. Students learn how to incorporate Lego Robotics expansion packs that focus on environmental goals such as addressing climate change and responsibility. Students also learn the basics of HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

In addition to weekly meetings, Super Coders take field trips to businesses and colleges to be exposed to technology that’s being used or taught in action. We are hoping to attract youth at a young age and give them a quality computer science education.

Please consider hosting a field trip for the students to your businesses IT Department or Volunteer an hour of time to share your related knowledge.

We are always looking for volunteer computer coders and Coaches to help support our initiative with the Coding Club.