STEM Spring Session 2023
​In this exciting and interactive session, students (Grades 4 - 7) use LEGO MINDSTORMS to bring their ideas to life, learning key principles of engineering, robotics, and programming. Students will be paired up into teams of 5 each with an experienced mentor to guide them through challenges. There are 3 days in total, and there will be a new challenge introduced every day with unique problems that students can work together to solve. There are 30 slots in total, and kids will be split into 6 groups of 5, each with an experienced mentor to guide them through the process.
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This program took place from 4/10/23 - 4/12/23.
The camp took place from April 10th - April 12th, from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM.
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Day 1 - Introduction Day​
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Icebreaker situate teams (9-9:30)
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Lesson plan (9:30-10:15)
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Overview of code
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Talk about the ultrasonic sensor
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Talk about mechanical design
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Autonomous vs remote control
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Break (10:15-10:30)
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Introduce the first Challenge (10:30-10:45)
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The first challenge will be MINE EXCURSION
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In a field covered with red and green blocks, teams have to try to build and program a robot that only picks up green blocks and brings them back to base
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However, they have to avoid red blocks as they are mines
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Start Challenge (10:45-12)
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Lunch (12-1)
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Continue working on challenges (1-2)
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Competition (2-2:45)
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Clean Up/ Review (2:45-3)
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Day 2 - Maze Day​
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Lesson plan (9:30-10:15)
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Overview of code
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Talk about the touch sensor
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Break(10:15-10:30)
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Introduce the second Challenge (10:30-10:45)
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The second challenge will be THE MAZE
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Teams have to program and build their robot to solve a maze we create, however, the teams can not hard code the maze, but instead use the ultrasonic and touch sensor to solve the maze
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The fastest team to solve the maze wins. Teams can have multiple attempts.
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Start Challenge (10:45-12)
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Lunch (12-1)
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Continue working on challenges (1-2)
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Competition (2-2:45)
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Clean Up/ Review (2:45-3)
Day 3 - Battle Day​
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Lesson plan (9:30-10:15)
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Overview of code
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Talk about types of robots
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Break(10:15-10:30)
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Introduce Challenge (10:30-10:45)
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BATTLE BOTS
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Teams will be able to construct their own robot that is able to push another tams robot outside of the circle
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The team with the most wins will win the challenge.
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Start Challenge (10:45-12)
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Lunch (12-1)
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Continue working on challenges (1-2)
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Competition (2-2:45)
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Clean Up/ Review (2:45-3)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to pack lunch for my kids?
Yes, please make sure your kids have lunch with them. We will only provide a snack before lunchtime.
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Q: What kind of skills will my kids learn at the camp?
Your kids will learn the basics of LEGO Mindstorms, such as how to use sensors, design robots, and code them. They will also apply these skills to solve challenges.
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Q: Is there a meeting for parents before the camp?
No, there is no meeting for parents. You can drop off your kids at the camp location and pick them up at 3:00 pm.
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Q: Who will supervise the camp?
The camp will be supervised by Ms. Arrington, who is the advisor for Leland 604 robotics.
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Q: Do my kids need to bring their own computers?
It would be helpful if your kids could bring their own computers. However, they may not need them as each group of 5-6 kids will share one computer.
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Q: Will you provide the EV3 Kits for the camp?
Yes, we will provide everything your kids need to build and program robots with LEGO Mindstorms. Your kids only need to bring lunch, water bottle, and a computer (optional).
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Q: How many spots are available for the camp?
We have a limit of 30 spots for the camp and they fill up fast, so sign up as soon as possible!
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Q: Are there any other camps planned for the future?
Yes, we are planning to have summer camps as well. More information will be revealed after this camp.
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Any other questions, please feel free to email us @bayareastemacademy@gmail.com.