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Python Playground (Intermediate)

Virtual delivery
Ages 12 to 13 (grades 7 to 8)

Co-ed

Beginner option available (virtual)

Looking to level up your Python coding skills? This virtual camp is designed for participants with some prior Python experience who are ready to take the next step—building on the foundational concepts introduced in Python Playground (Beginner), including Input/Output, Data Types, Errors, Loops, and Conditionals. If you’ve worked with these skills before, you’ll be well-positioned to succeed, even if you didn’t join us for the Beginner camp.

Throughout the week, campers dive deeper into Python by exploring arrays, functions, libraries, graphics, and animations. They’ll apply these skills to hands-on design projects that encourage creativity and problem-solving through code. Along the way, participants will strengthen their understanding of how computer scientists and software engineers use the Engineering Design Process to develop solutions and make a positive impact.

As the week progresses, campers continue to expand their Python toolbox with more advanced concepts and practical programs that put them into action. They also gain valuable experience with problem-solving and debugging, preparing them to tackle increasingly complex programming challenges long after the virtual camp ends.

This program features the same content as the Summer 2025 Learning to Code – Intermediate Python camp.

Features:
  • interactive learning approach
  • simplification of complex topics
  • problem solving and design-based thinking
  • hands-on activities and/or experiment
  • connecting topics to society
  • counsellors demonstrate excellence in engineering and science, strong leadership skills, past experience working with youth, and enthusiasm towards education

Availability

Week 6: Tuesday, August 4 to Friday, August 7 (4-days; Monday, August 3 STAT)
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST
Cost: $100 (individual)


*Individual participant pricing only. One camper per registration. 
**Schedule subject to change without notice.

Technology requirements must be fulfilled prior to the start of camp. See below.

Video conferencing
  1. Computer with internet access;
    • Tablets, other mobile devices and gaming consoles are not sufficient for this camp.
  2. Stable internet or data connection;
  3. Microphone;
  4. Webcam*; and
  5. Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset).

*Webcam is preferred, but not required.

 

Physical materials may be required for camps. A materials list will be provided to registrants prior to the start of camp.

Parents/guardians are responsible for supervision of their child(ren).

Support needs will vary by camper. We anticipate younger campers may require more support. 

Some adult support (or support from an older sibling) will be needed to start the daily session for younger campers. Counsellors will then provide the support during the camp activities.

Support may be required by parents/guardians or older children for:

  • initial computer and program launch;
  • internet connectivity; and/or
  • technical issues not related to Zoom or camp-related software.