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A2 Summer STEM Programs

“Prepare for an extraordinary summer of innovation and learning at AASquare Academy’s A2 Summer 2025 programs! Designed for students in grades 3-12, our immersive camps and projects are tailored to spark curiosity, build essential skills, and pave the way for future success in robotics, STEM, and computer science. Join us for a summer of hands-on exploration and discovery!”

“Dive into the exciting world of robotics! Our robotics summer camp provides a fun and engaging environment where young learners (grades 3-8) can design, build, and program robots. Through hands-on projects, students will learn fundamental robotics concepts, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. Explore sensors, motors, and coding, and bring your robotic creations to life! Perfect for beginners and aspiring engineers.”

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“Prepare for the USA Computing Olympiad (USACO) Bronze level with our intensive summer program. Learn essential algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving techniques. Our expert instructors will guide you through challenging coding problems, helping you develop the skills needed to excel in competitive programming. Perfect for students serious about computer science and algorithmic thinking.”

“Prepare for high school computer science with our Java programming course. Students (grades 8-10) will learn fundamental Java concepts, object-oriented programming, and practical coding skills. This program provides a solid foundation for future computer science courses and projects. Get a head start and build confidence in your coding abilities.”

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Scratch with AI: Creative Coding & AI Exploration Online Program

“Introduce your child (grades 5-8) to the exciting world of artificial intelligence using Scratch! Our unique program combines the visual programming of Scratch with basic AI concepts. Students will learn to create interactive stories, games, and animations with AI elements, fostering creativity and logical thinking. Explore machine learning basics through fun and engaging projects.”

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Summer STEM Mentoring & Passion Projects for College Prep: [Online/In-Person]

“Elevate your STEM skills with our mentored summer projects (grades 9-12). Work alongside experienced mentors on advanced projects, exploring areas like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced robotics. Gain invaluable research and development experience, build a strong portfolio, and prepare for college and beyond. Ideal for students passionate about pushing the boundaries of STEM.”

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Game Makers with Scratch Online Program

Game Makers with Scratch is the perfect starting point for kids and beginners to dive into the world of coding through play. Using Scratch’s colorful, drag-and-drop blocks, learners can bring their ideas to life by creating interactive games, animations, and stories—no previous experience needed! This block-based programming platform makes learning to code feel like assembling digital LEGO, turning complex logic into fun, visual creativity. Whether it’s making a cat dance or building a mini game, Scratch inspires future innovators to think logically, solve problems, and express their imagination through code.

Game Makers with Scratch

Description: Dive into the world of game development with Scratch, a beginner-friendly, block-based programming language designed by MIT. In this 16-hour hands-on course, students will explore the fundamentals of programming logic through engaging projects. They’ll learn how to create interactive stories, build dynamic animations, and develop their very own video games. The curriculum focuses on essential coding concepts such as loops, conditionals, events, and variables—presented in a fun and accessible way. Perfect for young creators and aspiring game developers!

What Students Will Learn:

● The basics of Scratch and its interface
● Logical thinking and problem-solving skills
● How to animate characters and design game mechanics
● Debugging and iterating on game design
● Creativity in digital storytelling
Projects Include:
● Flappy Bird Game
● Maze Solver
● Fruit Ninja
● Animated stories and many more

App Wizards: Android Creations Online Program

Learn the fundamentals of app development by creating Android apps like calculators and quiz apps using drag-and-drop blocks in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course. Over the span of 16 hours, you’ll explore visual programming platforms like MIT App Inventor or Kodular, where you can build fully functional apps without writing a single line of code. This course is perfect for students and hobbyists eager to dive into app creation while understanding core logic, UI design, and event-driven programming in a fun and interactive way.

App Wizard

Description:
Step into the world of mobile innovation with this exciting 16-hour course designed to introduce students to Android app development using intuitive drag-and-drop block programming tools like MIT App Inventor or Kodular. Tailored for beginners, this course helps students build fully functional apps such as calculators, quizzes, and simple utilities—all without writing traditional code. Through a hands-on, project-based approach, learners grasp core app development concepts including event-driven programming, user interface design, and data handling, while boosting creativity and logical thinking.

What Students Will Learn:
● Fundamentals of mobile app design and user interfaces
● Logic and flow control through block-based coding
● Creating interactive apps with buttons, text input, and lists
● App testing and debugging techniques
● Basics of publishing or sharing apps
Projects Include:
● A custom calculator app
● Interactive quiz game
● Text to Speech app
● Football Game
● Space Invaders game and many more

LEGO Mindstorms EV3: Robotic Engineering in Action Online Program

Getting hands-on experience building robots and programming them to perform multiple tasks is one of the most exciting and effective ways to learn STEM skills. From assembling mechanical parts to writing lines of code that bring the robot to life, students gain practical knowledge in engineering, logic, and problem-solving. Whether it’s making a robot follow a line, pick up objects, or respond to voice commands, each task adds a new layer of learning and creativity. It’s not just about tech—it’s about turning ideas into real, moving inventions that teach by doing.

hands on robotics

Description:
Unleash your inner engineer with this immersive 20-hour course that combines creativity, technology, and problem-solving through hands-on robotics. Using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 platform, students will build and program real robots to
complete exciting challenges and perform a variety of tasks. From line-following bots to obstacle avoiders and more, learners gain practical experience in mechanical design, sensor integration, and logic-based programming. Whether you’re a future roboticist or just love tinkering, this course brings STEM to life in a fun, interactive way.
What Students Will Learn:
● Basics of robotics and mechanical assembly
● Programming EV3 using block-based and visual logic
● Using motors and sensors (ultrasonic, color, gyro)
● Debugging and optimizing robotic performance
● Real-world applications of automation and robotics Projects Include:
● Line Follower robot
● Obstacle Avoider Robot
● Light sensing Robot
● Mission-based autonomous task

Understanding circuits and working with components like LEDs, resistors, transistors, and capacitors is essential for anyone interested in electronics. Circuits are the backbone of all electronic devices, allowing electrical current to flow through various components to perform specific tasks. LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) emit light when current flows through them, making them vital for displays and indicators. Resistors control the flow of current, ensuring that components receive the right voltage. Transistors act as switches or amplifiers, regulating current flow in more complex circuits. Capacitors store and release electrical energy, smoothing out power fluctuations and filtering signals. Mastering these components gives you the foundation to design and troubleshoot a wide range of electronic devices.

Description:
Unleash your inner engineer with this immersive 20-hour course that combines creativity, technology, and problem-solving through hands-on robotics. Using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 platform, students will build and program real robots to
complete exciting challenges and perform a variety of tasks. From line-following bots to obstacle avoiders and more, learners gain practical experience in mechanical design, sensor integration, and logic-based programming. Whether you’re a future roboticist or just love tinkering, this course brings STEM to life in a fun, interactive way.
What Students Will Learn:
● Basics of robotics and mechanical assembly
● Programming EV3 using block-based and visual logic
● Using motors and sensors (ultrasonic, color, gyro)
● Debugging and optimizing robotic performance
● Real-world applications of automation and robotics Projects Include:
● Line Follower robot
● Obstacle Avoider Robot
● Light sensing Robot
● Mission-based autonomous task

Dive into the exciting world of electronics by building interactive projects like a temperature sensor or motion detector using Arduino and visual programming! In just 16 hours, you’ll learn how to bring your ideas to life with hands-on experience, coding made simple through drag-and-drop tools, and real-world applications that make learning both fun and practical. Perfect for beginners eager to explore tech in action!

Arduino and visual programming

Description:
Get hands-on with electronics and coding in this beginner-friendly 16-hour course
where students create interactive tech projects using the Arduino platform. No prior
coding experience is needed—visual programming tools make it simple to bring
ideas to life!
Learners will explore how to build real-world devices like temperature sensors,
motion detectors, and smart lights using Arduino boards and various electronic
components. This course is ideal for budding inventors, tinkerers, and anyone
curious about how smart devices work.
What Students Will Learn:
● Introduction to Arduino and visual coding environment Pictoblox
● Wiring and using sensors (temperature, motion, light)
● Programming logic for interactivity
● Creating prototypes with breadboards and jumper wires
● Building and testing real hardware projects

Projects Include:
● Room temperature monitor
● Motion-activated alarm
● Light-controlled LED system
● DIY smart home concepts
● Light Follower Robot
● Autonomous Task executor

This hands-on course introduces participants to the fundamentals of building autonomous robots equipped with ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection and navigation. Over 20 hours, learners will explore sensor integration, microcontroller programming, and real-world navigation algorithms, gaining practical experience in creating robots that can think, sense, and move independently through their environment.

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Description:
Step into the future with this 20-hour course that introduces kids to the exciting world of autonomous robotics using Arduino. With a strong foundation in Embedded C programming, students will build robots that can think and act on their
own—avoiding obstacles, navigating mazes, and reacting to their environment using ultrasonic sensors.
Through fun, hands-on sessions, learners will gain valuable skills in electronics, programming, and mechanical design while understanding real-world applications of automation and robotics. Perfect for aspiring engineers and tech creators!
What Students Will Learn:
● Basics of robotics with Arduino hardware
● Writing programs using Embedded C
● Working with ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection
● Logic-based navigation and decision-making
● Building and testing autonomous robot prototypes
Projects Include:
● Line-following robot
● Obstacle-avoiding bot
● Maze-solving autonomous vehicle
● DIY path-planning robot.

In this 16-hour hands-on module, learners will explore the basics of IoT by creating simple yet impactful projects using the ESP32 board. The training focuses on controlling devices like lights and fans remotely via a mobile app, and sending real-time sensor data to cloud platforms for monitoring and analysis. Ideal for beginners, this session provides a practical foundation in IoT development, cloud integration, and wireless communication.

ESP32 Board

Description:
Join the future of technology in this 16-hour course where students build real-world Internet of Things (IoT) projects using the powerful ESP32 board. Designed for young tech enthusiasts, this course introduces learners to wireless communication,
cloud integration, and smart control systems—all through interactive, hands-on activities.
Students will learn how to create IoT-enabled devices like smart lights or fans that can be controlled via mobile apps. They’ll also explore how to collect sensor data and send it to cloud platforms, building a foundational understanding of modern
connected systems.
What Students Will Learn:
● Introduction to IoT and the ESP32 microcontroller
● Setting up and programming the ESP32 board
● Working with sensors (temperature, humidity, motion)
● Controlling devices remotely through mobile apps
● Uploading and visualizing data on cloud platforms like ThingSpeak or Blynk
Projects Include:
● Mobile-controlled light or fan
● Room environment monitor
● Cloud-based data logging dashboard
● DIY smart home prototype

AI Makers: Raspberry Pi Robotics [Online/In-Person]

In this 16-hour hands-on workshop, participants will explore the exciting world of AI-powered robotics using Raspberry Pi. Designed for beginners and tech enthusiasts alike, the course introduces key concepts like speech recognition, enabling robots to understand and respond to voice commands. By the end, learners will have built a basic yet intelligent robot, gaining practical skills in programming, AI integration, and real-world applications of voice-interactive systems.

Raspberry Pi Robotics

Description:
Dive into the future of intelligent machines in this 16-hour course that introduces young innovators to AI-powered robotics using Raspberry Pi. Designed for students with a passion for both programming and problem-solving, this hands-on course
explores how to build robots that can hear, speak, and respond using artificial intelligence. Learners will gain a solid foundation in coding, electronics, and AI tools while assembling and programming smart robots capable of tasks like speech recognition, object detection, and basic decision-making.
What Students Will Learn:
● Setting up and programming with Raspberry Pi
● Integrating microphones, cameras, and sensors
● Basics of AI: speech recognition and image processing
● Python programming fundamentals for AI tasks
● Building and testing autonomous smart robots
Projects Include:
● Bluedot-controlled robot
● Object-tracking robot using camera
● 7 Segment display Interfacing
● AI robot that reacts to sound or visuals

Building Future Innovators through Robotics

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