Live and Virtual Private Pods: Fall 2020

TEKI Little Bytes:  Introduction to Computers (In Person) 

Learn the fundamentals of technology through STEAM education, while having fun at the same time. This program can be adjusted to your individual need or group needs. Our educators can run the pod from your home or one of our locations.  

Available for Students 

Enrolled in 3’s & 4’s  

Grades K-2 

This pod is limited to 6 children. 

LEGO™ STEAM (Virtual or Live) 

Lego bricks have inspired our children to build and engineer. This semester we will focus on Art, Science and Technology concepts using LEGO.  Students will explore this classic toy in the most innovative way!  

Grades K-2 

Digital Arts (Virtual or Live) 

Digital art design has been one of the highlights of this generation. Today within a click of a button we are able to transform our art projects into 3-Dimensional illustrations.  Using digital art painting programs and other platforms, students will demonstrate their own creativity through art design.  

Grades K-8 

Program. Code. Minecraft (Virtual or Live) 

Introduce your child to educational technology in our exciting programming and coding class for beginners. We will explore the hardware and software of computers.  Additionally, we will learn how to code using multiple programs, including the very popular, Minecraft. Join us for an hour of code every week this semester.  

Grades K-2 

Minecraft Realms (Virtual or Live) 

Join our Realm this fall. Vote on a theme and code your world. Our instructors will guide you a world of fun! 

Grades 2-8 

ROBLOX Coding Studio (Virtual or Live) 

Play.Program.Design. Engineer your own Theme Parks in a collaborative world! Become a young entrepreneur and Work at a Pizza Place! These are some of the games created and published by video game developers within ROBLOX and Minecraft. Learn how to program and personalize your own video games in a fun environment.  

Grades 2-6 

Breakthrough YouTube Gamers (Live) 

Create your own Gaming YouTube Channel. Your page will consist of playing your favorite video games live with your friends, commentating on your skills and providing your fans with the latest video game news! 

Grades 2-8 

TikTok Stars (Live) 

Dance, teach, create pranks and more original cool TikTok fun with friends! 

Grades 2-8 

Junior Robotics (Live) 

Calling all future architects and engineers! Students will build and program simple machines and robots using LEGO WeDo 2.0 kits, K’NEX, and other engineering software. Your child will be challenged to use problem-solving skills and teamwork throughout the semester.  

Grades 2-3 

Advanced Robotics (Live) 

In this class we will use EV3 LEGO robotics to bring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to our everyday life. Our robotics coach supports students with an emphasis on programming and teamwork. Each of the projects begins with a robotics research simulation question in which students are guided step-by-step through the building and programming of a new solution and technological answer.  

Grades 3-8 

Video Game Development and Design (Virtual or Live) 

Let’s expand your child’s interest and help them to become a video game producer. In this class, they will create and develop their own custom game and characters.  Students will brainstorm with their friends to develop their ideas and unique game concepts.  

Grades 4-8 

Coding and Animation (Virtual or Live) 

Welcome to the TEKI’s Animation Studio. Design your own anime and create a short film. This coding class will have you prepared for Hollywood! 

Grades 4-8 

Website Coding and Design (Virtual Only) 

Learn how to create your own website with HTML and CSS coding languages. Market your website design and start your business venture this fall. 

Grades 5-8 

*Sanitized equipment and computers will be provided, as needed.  Unfortunately, these Pods are not able to be held at the JCC Metrowest or JCC of Central NJ until further notice.