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Middle School Girls Who Code (gr. 6-8)Middle SchoolStarting SoonClub members will learn about computer science concepts, and just as importantly, they'll learn that they have a community in the computer science space! Girls Who Code offers an online program with project-based activities. Our curricula include activities for students with no computer science experience all the way up to college-level concepts. Throughout the club members will learn to see themselves as computer scientists, gain exposure to project management and problem-solving techniques, build sisterhood in a safe and supportive environment, learn the foundational computer science concepts that form the basis for all programming languages, and learn a variety of programming languages, including Scratch, Swift, Python, and JavaScript. Our activities and tutorials offer a range of difficulty for beginner programmers who have little to no experience programming to more advanced learners. Bring a labelled water bottle and a nut free snack.Fall 2026
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Middle School FIRST LEGO League Robotics (gr. 6-8)Middle SchoolParticipants registered in the Intro to LEGO Robotics will receive a passcode to register for the LEGO League season once the Intro class has started. All are welcome, no experience necessary. During the 2026-2027 FIRST season, BIGELOW teams will use their STEM and collaboration skills to dig deep into archeology-inspired discoveries. Join us as we explore the future. We will embrace FIRST® LEGO® League Core values: Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas. Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems. Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world. Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences. Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together. Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do! Intro to LEGO Robotics Pre-Season Trial Pre-Requisite to FIRST LEGO League Robotics Those interested in the league season MUST attend the two-week trial season, which allows the potential team member to learn about FIRST® LEGO® League and see if it’s the right fit for you. There is a mandatory Parent Meeting on Monday, September 21 from 7-8 pm in the CMS Cafeteria. If you need to ride the activity bus you may leave at 4:30, or parent pickup at 5.Fall 2026