Current Programs

Mini-Makers: Game Design With Scratch

September 16 – December 12 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Families can choose from either a Monday/Wednesday or a Tuesday/Thursday Class.

This fall, students will embark on an immersive journey into game creation, where they will develop foundational coding skills and apply their creativity to design interactive games. Through the integration of MIcro:Bits and Makey Makey kits, participants will gain hands-on experience with physical computing, enhancing their understanding of the connection between hardware and software. This course is designed to cultivate a deep interest in technology and foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in young learners. Our elementary maker camps are exploratory introductions to new technology. These programs offer plenty of opportunities for play and problem solving while exploring engineering career pathways. All youth with interests in making are welcome, regardless of prior experience.

Our afterschool Elementary Maker programs are open to participants at Elementary School Grade Level – Middle School Grade Level.

Details

- - Days: Either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
  - Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
  - Class Size: Max of 20 students per class
  - Grades: 3rd – 6th
  - Fee: There is no required cost for this program. Classes are pay-what-you-can for families. You can make a donation to support our work by clicking here.
  - Location: Digital Harbor Tech Center, 1045 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

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Maker Foundations: Game Design with Roblox Studio

September 16 – December 12 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Families can choose from either a Monday/Wednesday or a Tuesday/Thursday Class.

Jump into the world of game creation with our Makers Foundation course, where middle school students get hands-on with ROBLOX Studio! Over 12 exciting weeks, you’ll explore 3D modeling, game design, and coding as you craft your own interactive games. This course is all about creativity, fun, and turning your ideas into reality. By the end, you’ll have built and polished at least three awesome games or projects, setting you on the path to becoming a game designer or tech wizard! Our middle and high school maker camps are fun introductions to new technology. We aim to provide youth with fundamental skills in STEAM pathways, allowing them to further their interests in STEM and making. All Middle/High school youth are welcome regardless of prior experience.

Our afterschool Middle-High Maker Camps are open to participants at Middle School Grade Level – High School Grade Level.

Details

- - Days: Either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
  - Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
  - Class Size: Max of 20 students per class
  - Grades: 5th – 9th
  - Fee: There is no required cost for this program. Classes are pay-what-you-can for families. You can make a donation to support our work by clicking here.
  - Location: Digital Harbor Tech Center, 1045 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

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Advanced Makers: Game Design with Unity Essentials

September 16 – December 12 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Families can choose from either a Monday/Wednesday or a Tuesday/Thursday Class.

Step into the world of game development with our Unity Essentials course! Designed for beginners, this course introduces you to the powerful Unity engine and takes you through the basics of 2D and 3D game creation. Over 12 weeks, you’ll learn essential skills in game design, C# scripting, and user interface development, all while working on hands-on projects that bring your creative ideas to life. By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to build your own games and explore more advanced game development concepts. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a game developer or just curious about how games are made, Unity Essentials is your perfect starting point! All youth are welcome to attend and commit to the full program , but it is suggested that youth have prior knowledge of one of the topics above.

Our afterschool Advanced Maker courses are open to participants aged 13 – 18 years old

Note: This course requires a separate Parental/Guardian waiver signed before participation.

Details

- - Days: Either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
  - Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
  - Class Size: Max of 20 students per class
  - Grades: 6th – 12th
  - Fee: There is no required cost for this program. Classes are pay-what-you-can for families. You can make a donation to support our work by clicking here.
  - Location: Digital Harbor Tech Center, 1045 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

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Youth Program Enrollment

Complete the form below to enroll your student in a program. If you have any questions, you can email us at

techcenter@digitalharbor.org.

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