Skills, Projects, and Progression
Learning Pathways
These pathways show the skills, projects, and progression students may experience. Current products, schedules, pricing, availability, and enrollment are shown in the Program Catalog.
Students prototype, test, and iterate—just like real engineers.
- ✓Line-following and maze robots
- ✓Bluetooth/Wi-Fi remote bots
- ✓Sensor fusion demos (IMU, light, distance)
- ✓Arm mechanisms and grippers
- ✓Showcase day presentations & portfolios
Pathways by Age Group
Each pathway describes typical skills and projects. It is not a separate catalog product. Open the matching program page for the offering, then use the Program Catalog for current classes.
Discover Builders
Build examples
- Motorized creatures and simple cars
- Gears, pulleys and motion experiments
- Intro line-following with visual blocks
Core skills
Fine motor skills, cause-and-effect, teamwork, following instructions
Life outcomes
- Confidence with tools and trying new things
- Language for describing problems and ideas
- Early persistence: ‘try again’ mindset
Good fit if…
- New to robotics or coding
- Enjoys building with LEGO-style parts
- Needs gentle pace and quick wins
Foundations Robotics
Build examples
- Obstacle-avoiding bots with sensors
- Remote-controlled vehicles (Bluetooth)
- Loops, logic and data from sensors
Core skills
Decomposition, basic programming logic, measurement, iteration
Life outcomes
- Growth mindset and structured problem solving
- Better focus and planning across tasks
- Positive peer collaboration
Good fit if…
- Ready for more challenge than pure building
- Curious about how code controls hardware
- Comfortable reading short instructions
Code & Build
Build examples
- Python on microcontrollers
- Multi-actuator robots (arm + drive)
- Sensor fusion demos (IMU + distance)
Core skills
Python basics, debugging, electronics fundamentals, testing
Life outcomes
- Resilience with multi-step tasks
- Ownership of work and documentation
- Early technical communication
Good fit if…
- Has interest in coding beyond blocks
- Enjoys digging into how things work
- Comfortable with guided note-taking
Challenge League
Build examples
- Competition-style robots and drivetrains
- Autonomy basics: line/AprilTag following
- Showcase presentations and portfolios
Core skills
Project management, prototyping, versioning, presentation
Life outcomes
- Leadership and team accountability
- Time management under deadlines
- Portfolio artifacts for high school applications
Good fit if…
- Motivated by goals and friendly competition
- Comfortable with feedback and iteration
- Ready to mentor younger peers
Online Robotics Lab
Build examples
- Software-first robotics, coding, and simulation
- Project work in a live weekly session
- Six-week course format
Core skills
One live 60-minute session each week, with a maximum of six students per group
Life outcomes
- Sessions are listed in Eastern Time
- Current dates and times appear in the Program Catalog
Good fit if…
- Ages 8–16 looking for a live online course
- Prefers a software-first format
How families enroll
Pathways are not catalog products
Use a program page to understand the offering, then choose a current class in the Program Catalog.
Step 1
Explore the pathway
Review the age-group pathway, then open the matching program page for After School, Teen Club, or Online Robotics Lab.
Step 2
Choose a current class
Open the Program Catalog to see current dates, times, availability, pricing, and enrollment terms.
View Current ProgramsStep 3
Sign in or create your Parent Portal account
After choosing a class, sign in or create your account to continue enrollment.
Step 4
Select a time and pay
Choose an available time, review the enrollment details, and complete payment.
Ready to enroll?
Current dates, times, availability, pricing, and enrollment terms are shown in the Program Catalog.
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