Coding with Python

The Richard Montgomery High School robotics team, Rocket Robotics, is excited to offer a free, six-session coding course for middle school students, designed to introduce beginners to the fundamentals of programming and spark interest in programming and robotics. This hands-on course will cover the fundamentals of coding using one of the most popular programming languages, Python.

Students will receive guided instruction over the 6 session course which will help them understand key concepts (such as basic Python syntax, control structures like loops and if statements, working with arrays, creating reusable methods) and get set up to further advance their coding skills.

Experienced high school mentors will guide the participants, providing personalized support and encouragement. With each session building on the last, students will not only gain a solid foundation in Python programming that they can apply in robotics and other coding projects, but also the confidence to explore further in the world of technology and robotics.

Whether you're new to coding or looking to strengthen your skills, this course will provide a supportive and engaging environment to get started with Python.

Classes meet every Monday October 12-November 16 -- registration is required and classes are limited to 20 students.

Students are encouraged to come to all 6 sessions but are also welcome to sign up for as many or as few as possible.

Students should bring their own laptop computers, if possible. If not, laptops will be available for student use during the course.

Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-777-0140

This program is intended for ages 10-14. Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

cm 1.1 01/03/2023