2024 Fall Classes

• LEGO Robotics Beginner (Age 6+) - In-person

  09/15 to 12/08  12 Classes Sunday 9:00am-10:30am $495/term In-person Only. No class on Nov. 24 Location: Rm 15

  Course Description

  This class is specially designed for students who want to learn more LEGO Robotics. This class will cover the basics to intemediate skills of building and programming in LEGO Robotics. Students will learn to follow building instructions to construct robots, as well as design their own robots and programs to complete a variety of tasks using the LEGO Robotics. This class is also a good starting class to prepare students for the Robotics Compeition Team - FLL Explorer Team.

  We believe that every child is a scientist and that we can help children become even better scientists! Robotics is a great way to inspire students to learn about math, science, and technology!

  We will use the following toolkits in our classroom:
  1. The lastest tool kits of LEGO Education SPIKE Essential Set:
  
  
  

  2. LEGO Boost Creative Toolbox 17101 Fun Robot Building Set and Educational Coding Kit for Kids, Award-Winning STEM Learning Toy

  
  

  We are looking forward to starting the LEGO Robotics adventure with you!

  Instructor: Tristan Barthel
  
  

• LEGO Robotics EV3 Beginner (Age 8+) - In-person

  09/15 to 12/08  12 Classes Sunday 11:00am-12:30pm $495/term In-person Only. No class on Nov. 24Location: Rm 15

  Course Description

  We believe that every child is a scientist and that we can help children become even better scientists! Robotics is a great way to inspire students to learn about math, science, and technology!

  This class is specially designed for the online live class and is for students who already have some knowledge about LEGO EV3 Robotics and coding. This class will cover the basics of building and programming in LEGO Robotics. Through hands-on learning, students will learn to follow building instructions to construct robots, as well as design their own robots and programs to complete a variety of tasks using the amazing LEGO EV3 Mindstorms Educationtional Robot Toolkit. 
  We will use the following toolkits in our classroom:
  1. The Toolkits for FLL Challenge: SPIKE Essential Set
  
  

  2. LEGO EV3 Mindstorm Robotics Core Set 45544

  
  
  

  We are looking forward to starting the LEGO Robotics adventure with you!

  Instructor: Tristan Barthel
  
  

• LEGO Robotics EV3 Intermediate (Age 11+) - In-person

  09/15 to 12/08  12 classes Sunday 10:30am-12:30pm $645/term In-person Only. No class on Nov. 24Location: Rm 15

  Course Description

  We believe that every child is a scientist and that we can help children become even better scientists! Robotics is a great way to inspire students to learn about math, science, and technology!

  This class is specially designed for the online live class and is for middle school students who want to explore the fun with LEGO EV3 MindStorm Robotics and Coding. This class will cover the basics of building and programming in LEGO Robotics. Through hands-on learning, students will learn to construct robots, as well as design their own robots and programs to complete a variety of tasks using the amazing LEGO EV3 Mindstorms Educationtional Robot Toolkit. 

  We will use the following toolkits in our classroom:
  

  1. The Toolkits for FLL Challenge: SPIKE Prime Set
  
  

  2. LEGO EV3 Mindstorm Robotics Core Set 45544

  
  

  We are looking forward to starting the LEGO Robotics adventure with you!

  Instructor: Tristan Barthel
  
  

• Robotics Competition Team - FLL Challenge Team - Grade 4-7

  09/16 to 02/19  57 Classes Monday, Wednesday 4:45pm-6:30pm,Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm $375/month Location: Rm 15

  Course Description

  This is for the FLLC Challenge competitive team, running from September to February for a total of 6 months. Regular team meetings are held three times a week, totaling 7 hours per week, except during holiday breaks. You can choose to join the teams on either Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, or Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday. During these meetings, students will work on designing and coding their robot, as well as developing their Innovation Project.
  
  The tuition for this competitive team is $395 per month, starting in September and ending in February. Returning students will receive a 15% tuition discount each month due to cost reductions from reusable robotics tool kits. When you sign up for the team online, you will be required to pay the $395 tuition for September to reserve your spot.
  
  We look forward to starting the LEGO Robotics adventure with you!

  Instructor: Tristan Barthel
  
  

• Robotics Competition Team - FLL Challenge Team - Grade 4-7

  09/10 to 02/20  60 Classes Tuesday, Thursday 4:45pm-6:30pm,Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm $395/month Location: Rm 15

  Course Description

  This is for the FLLC Challenge competitive team, running from September to February for a total of 6 months. Regular team meetings are held three times a week, totaling 7 hours per week, except during holiday breaks. You can choose to join the teams on either Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, or Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday. During these meetings, students will work on designing and coding their robot, as well as developing their Innovation Project.
  
  The tuition for this competitive team is $395 per month, starting in September and ending in February. Returning students will receive a 15% tuition discount each month due to cost reductions from reusable robotics tool kits. When you sign up for the team online, you will be required to pay the $395 tuition for September to reserve your spot.
  
  We look forward to starting the LEGO Robotics adventure with you!

  Instructor: Tristan Barthel
  
  

• Robotics Competition - 2024-2025 FTC Team

  09/07 to 03/15  99 Classes Monday,Wednesday,Friday 5:00pm-8:00pm,Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm $495/month No meetings on Nov 29-30 and Dec 23-Jan 4Location: Rm 10

  Course Description

  This is the regular team meetings for FTC challenge team which will start in Sept. and run through the school year. The FTC team accepts applicants in 7th-12th grade. The team will need to meet 4 times a week for a total of 18 hours per week. During this time students will work on the design and coding of their robot, as well as their Engineering Notebook. After the end of the competition season, expected in March, class hours will be shortened.
  
  Prior to registration, students will need to complete an interview with the Coach and student Captains. Please contact sunshinecircuitsftc@gmail.com if you are interested in more information. 
  
  The tuition for this competitive team is charged monthly at $495/month, starting from September and ending in Mar. A total of 7 month in the year. The monthly tuition will have 15% discount for the students who are returning to the team which is for the reduction part of robotics hardwares. 
  
  We are looking forward to starting the FTC Robotics adventure with you!
  
  

  Instructor: Jay Berezhnoy