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Game Design Grades 9 – 12

“Game Design” is an immersive, project-based program that introduces students to the fundamentals of game development through the lens of STEM education. Using the PICO-8 fantasy console and the Lua programming language, students will explore essential concepts in computer science, physics, logic, and visual design while building their own retro-style video games.

Throughout the course, students will:

  • Learn foundational programming concepts, including variables, conditionals, functions, loops, and game states
  • Apply mathematical and physical principles such as coordinate systems, velocity, acceleration, and collision detection
  • Design levels with a focus on player experience, feedback loops, and pacing
  • Develop skills in sprite creation, map editing, and sound design
  • Collaborate in teams to conceptualize, build, and playtest original games
  • Algebra is a suggested Pre Req to taking this course
  • Classes run for 8 consecutive weeks (1 hour per week) with a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 8 students per class to ensure the optimal student experience
  • Week of October 1st 2025 to Week of Nov 17th

The course emphasizes problem-solving, computational thinking, and iterative design core competencies in STEM education. By the end of the program, students will have completed playable games and gained a deeper understanding of the systems behind interactive media.

Pricing: $390.00 per course

Includes 8 weeks of live instruction, digital tools

Requirements: internet access, dedicated computer or laptop or chrome book

  • Monday1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
  • Tuesday5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Sunday10:00 am – 11:00 am
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Applied STEM Grades 5 – 8

Applied STEM: Game Design is a hands-on, project-based program where middle school students learn the basics of game development through STEM. Students will build their own video games while exploring key ideas from computer science and game design.

Throughout the course, students will:

  • Learn how to write code using variables, loops, functions, and game logic
  • Explore how games use real-world ideas like speed, gravity, and screen positions
  • Design fun and challenging game levels focused on player experience
  • Work together in teams to brainstorm, build, and test their games
  • Classes run for 8 consecutive weeks with a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 8 students per class to ensure the optimal student experience
  • Week of October 1st 2025 to Week of Nov 17th

Students will build confidence in coding, problem-solving, and creativity as they turn their game ideas into working projects. By the end of the course, each student will have a game they can play, share, and be proud of.

Pricing: $390.00 per course

Includes 8 weeks of live instruction, digital tools

Requirements: internet access, dedicated computer or laptop or chrome book

  • Wednesday2:00pm – 2:45pm
  • Thursday5:30pm – 6:30pm
  • Sunday11:00am -12:00pm
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