Participate in the world-wide event Hour of Code^TM, a 1-hour, self-directed, introductory activity to computer programming. No prior programming experience required. Just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

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Click on an image or title to choose an Hour of Code activity.

	MUSIC LAB: JAM SESSION Grades 3+ \| Blocks Make music and learn to code with Music Lab: Jam Session! Remix tracks from artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Shakira while mastering coding basics such as sequencing, functions, and exploring AI-driven beat creation.
	POEM ART Grades 3+ \| Blocks Explore how coding can bring poems to life, creating your own digital poetry masterpieces.
	AI for Oceans Grades 3+ \| AI and Machine Learning Learn about Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, training data, and bias.
	Sparks Flying Junior Grades 2+ \| Blocks You live in a cave in prehistoric times - code a game to help you light a fire quickly!
	HELLO WORLD Grades 2+ \| Blocks Create and animate sprites, and make your own interactive scenes.
	Dance Party Grades 2+ \| Blocks Code a Dance Party to share with your friends. Featuring Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes, Lil Nas X, Panic! At The Disco, Jonas Brothers, and many more!
	Minecraft Grades 2+ \| Blocks Three different Minecraft-themed coding activities to explore with Alex & Steve.
	RodoCodo Pre-reader - Grade 5 \| Blocks Teaches the fundamentals of coding such as sequencing, debugging, loops and functions.
	Bekids Coding Challenges Pre-reader - Grade 5 \| Blocks Join Grace, Zak and Dot the Robot on an adventure in the Loop Galaxy! Code with blocks to complete exciting tasks.
	CodeMonkey Jr Pre-reader \| Blocks In a world filled with captivating creatures and bright colors, 4-6 year olds will join a monkey on a mission to collect bananas and unlock treasure chests.

keep exploring!

There are many more Hour of Code activities for all age groups with a variety of themes such as Star Wars and Frozen. Check them out on the official Hour of Code website.

The 'Hour of Code™'/'Hora del Código®' is a global initiative by Computer Science Education Week [csedweek.org] and Code.org [code.org] to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.

Upcoming PTSA Events

last updated 6/1/25

	MUSIC LAB: JAM SESSION Grades 3+ \| Blocks Make music and learn to code with Music Lab: Jam Session! Remix tracks from artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Shakira while mastering coding basics such as sequencing, functions, and exploring AI-driven beat creation.
	POEM ART Grades 3+ \| Blocks Explore how coding can bring poems to life, creating your own digital poetry masterpieces.
	AI for Oceans Grades 3+ \| AI and Machine Learning Learn about Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, training data, and bias.
	Sparks Flying Junior Grades 2+ \| Blocks You live in a cave in prehistoric times - code a game to help you light a fire quickly!
	HELLO WORLD Grades 2+ \| Blocks Create and animate sprites, and make your own interactive scenes.
	Dance Party Grades 2+ \| Blocks Code a Dance Party to share with your friends. Featuring Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes, Lil Nas X, Panic! At The Disco, Jonas Brothers, and many more!
	Minecraft Grades 2+ \| Blocks Three different Minecraft-themed coding activities to explore with Alex & Steve.
	RodoCodo Pre-reader - Grade 5 \| Blocks Teaches the fundamentals of coding such as sequencing, debugging, loops and functions.
	Bekids Coding Challenges Pre-reader - Grade 5 \| Blocks Join Grace, Zak and Dot the Robot on an adventure in the Loop Galaxy! Code with blocks to complete exciting tasks.
	CodeMonkey Jr Pre-reader \| Blocks In a world filled with captivating creatures and bright colors, 4-6 year olds will join a monkey on a mission to collect bananas and unlock treasure chests.