Black Boys Code: Waterloo District School Board AND Child & Family Services

When: Every last Saturday of the month, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: University of Waterloo (Waterloo, ON)

Black Boys Code Waterloo hosts hands-on monthly technology workshops that spark curiosity, build real coding skills, and grow confidence. Each session blends fun projects with practical problem-solving, guided by supportive mentors and industry volunteers. We run Beginner and Advanced tracks side-by-side so every learner is challenged at the right pace.

What the kids are learning

Beginner Track (foundations)

• Computational thinking & logic (patterns, loops, conditionals)
• Block-based coding & game design (interactive stories, animations)
• Teamwork, presentation, and creative problem-solving

Advanced Track (build & apply)

• Python fundamentals (variables, functions, lists, debugging)
• Real-world mini-apps, simple data tasks, and API basics
• Web/robotics concepts (as available), clean code habits, versioning basics

Learning outcomes

By the end of each workshop, participants will:

• Create a working mini-project (game, app, or feature)
• Explain the logic behind their code and how they debugged it
• Collaborate by reading code, giving/receiving feedback, and presenting
• Gain confidence to tackle harder problems and keep learning at home

2025–2026 Waterloo Themes & Dates

• Sep 27, 2025 — Intro to AI & Machine Learning
• Oct 25, 2025 — Types of Machine Learning
• Nov 29, 2025 — Classification with Data
• Dec 13, 2025 — AI Solving Real-World Problems
• Jan 31, 2026 — Python AI Calculator
• Feb 28, 2026 — Algorithm Avengers: Coding Games with AI
• Mar 28, 2026 — Appventure 1 – Intro to Python & Apps
• Apr 25, 2026 — Appventure 2 – Scratch Calculator & Problem-Solving
• May 30, 2026 — Guardians of the Web
• Jun 27, 2026 — Idea to Reality: Project Showcase Prep
• Jul 25, 2026 — Show & Tell: Compete & Celebrate
• Aug 2026 — Break.

How it works

• Sessions run 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM with short breaks
• Students are grouped by experience (Beginner vs Advanced)
• Friendly mentors provide step-by-step guidance and stretch goals

Register

Spots are limited each month. Secure your seat now by clicking Register. Bring your energy and curiosity - we’ll bring the projects.

We can’t wait to welcome you. See you at our workshops!

If you’re unsure who your Chapter Leader is, please contact eventsupport@blackboyscode.com to get connected and learn how you can support your local team.

📩 Questions?For inquiries on the day of the event, contact:📧 waterloo.exposureworkshop@blackboyscode.com📧 student.help@blackboyscode.com

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