Westbrook E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, October 2014
[My son] is very excited about the class.October 23, 2014
Thunder Hill E.S. parent, Columbia, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, May 2013
D. has LOVED your class! Thank you for the detailed reports, fun pictures, and for getting the kids so involved!
May 9, 2013
Kensington Parkwood E.S. parent, Kensington, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, March 2015
J. is loving this class! Thank you!
May 1, 2015
Forest Knolls E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, November 2014
My son would love to continue. He has great time with your class. Thank you very much.
December 17, 2014
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, April 2014
[My daughter] really enjoyed this whole series, even more than we expected she would. Each Friday she told us in MUCH detail what she learned.June 11, 2014
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Space Engineers, November 2015
D. … really enjoys the class!”
November 3, 2015
Parent, Murch E.S., Washington, D.C. Class: Young Engineers, February 2016
I just want to thank you for doing such a great job with the young engineers class. C. has come home VERY excited about her activities at young engineers. She says you are a really great teacher, and from her project descriptions, I can tell this is true. She is learning and understanding a great deal Continue Reading
March 19, 2016
Stone Mill E.S. parent, North Potomac, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, September 2014
Thank you for such a thorough email. My daughter had a fantastic time and told me she can’t wait until next week!!! Thank you.
October 23, 2014
Westbrook E.S. parent, Class: Storybook Science, January 2015
[My son] takes Storybook Science at the after-school program at Westbrook and absolutely loves it.May 1, 2015
Flora Singer E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Let’s Roll Engineers, March 2014
J. took a new interest on his Legos and K’nex at home as a result of this class. I was so impressed that our instructor sent weekly updates – including pictures!
March 17, 2014
Parent, Stonegate E.S., Silver Spring, Md. Class: Intro to Robotics, March 2016
I just wanted to say how much my boys have both enjoyed this Robotics class, they look forward to it every Thursday, keep up the good work!
March 19, 2016
Ritchie Park E.S. parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Storybook Science, March 2015
J. enjoyed your class very much! We will try the canister pop this weekend. We still use the volcano. Many thanks !
May 1, 2015
Forest Knolls E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, May 2014
My son R. loves going to the club and I love how much he is learning each week! Thanks so much!
June 11, 2014
Forcey Christian School Parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Young Engineers, November 2013
Teachers were enthusiastic, caring and attentive to the needs of each child.
November 9, 2013
Sligo E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, October 2013
My daughter told me sadly that next week is the last week … She doesn’t want it to end! She obviously has really enjoyed herself. Thanks for all you have done.
November 9, 2013
Mater Dei parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, November 2015
My son J. had a GREAT time. Thank you! Very excited for this opportunity for him!
November 3, 2015
East Silver Spring E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Early Engineers, April 2015
You are so fabulous!!! S. is having the best time in your class! Thank you for your letters and all you are doing!!
May 1, 2015
Westbrook E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, October 2014
[My sons] love it. We found the Scratch website at home this afternoon and they are excited to “get to work”. Thank you for making the class such an enjoyable learning experience.
October 23, 2014
Westbrook E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Storybook Science, January 2015
My girls loved the first session and came home telling me all about the rainbow and what they learned.
January 20, 2015
Sligo Creek E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Crime Science, Spring 2011
I really, really hope your program returns next school year. M. LOVED it. I also enjoyed reading about the adventures.
May 9, 2011
Forcey Christian School Parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Young Engineers, November 2013
She enjoyed the class and it sparked her interest each time she went. Comment from Parent Satisfaction Survey.
November 9, 2013
Ardmore E.S. student, Springdale, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, November 2015
I really had fun building the spinning top. It was so fun. I loved building it , but I loved playing with it too. Can’t wait until next class.😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
November 7, 2015
Bradley Hills E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Electronics, March 2015
Z. really enjoyed the electronics class.
May 1, 2015
Bethesda E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Robo Challenge, May 2014
Thank you for working with the children at BE. T. absolutely loves his Lego Robotics classes.
June 11, 2014
Parent of Camp GrAd Lab camper, Silver Spring, Md. 2014
My child came home excited every day about the inventions, the video game creation, etc. etc. Always ready to go back for more!
July 9, 2014
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, May 2014
Thank you for a great program and for taking time to update the parents. I appreciated!
June 11, 2014
Parent, East Silver Spring E.S., Silver Spring, Md. Class: Intro to Robotics, February 2016
My son was thrilled about this class before it started and was even more excited after class today. He had a great time, had lots of information to share with me and my husband afterwards and he is excited about next week and what you will all do.
March 19, 2016
Camp GrAd Lab parent, Silver Spring, Md. 2014
My child repeatedly has told me…”Mom, I am so glad that you signed me up for this camp. Thank you.” Also, he has said repeatedly…”I cannot wait to go to camp tomorrow. I wonder what we will do.”
July 9, 2014
Wyngate ES parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, February 2014
“Thank you so much! M. was very proud of what they built and wanted to make sure we saw the pictures!! He really seems to enjoy the class! Thanks again-“
March 2, 2014
St. Patrick’s School parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, September 2014
Thank you for the email about today’s class. J. and K. thought class was really fun!
October 23, 2014
Northfield E.S. Parent, Ellicott City, Md. Class: Lego Robotics November 2013
LOVE getting all the fun pictures and stories! My son T. proclaims this is one of the best parts of his week. Wanted you to know how much we appreciate you.
November 9, 2013
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Lego Engineers, June 2014
Thank you. [My son] had a blast! Hope to see you next Fall!
June 11, 2014
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Let’s Roll Engineers, November 2013
She loved it. There were a lot of other girls in her class, which was great. I don’t think she knows engineering is more popular for boys. 🙂
November 9, 2013
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Mindstorms, September 2013
Thank you again for your work teaching this fun class!
October 9, 2013
St. Patrick’s School parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
So fun! J. loved building the catapult. Thank you.
October 23, 2014
Woodlin E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2012
We really appreciate you sending the photos/videos. Great to see what A. and the others are doing!
October 9, 2012
Carderock E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, April 2014
Thanks! … S. is really enjoying the class!
June 11, 2014
Bethesda ES parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, February 2014
“Thank you for the notes! [My son] is really enjoying Lego robotics.”
March 2, 2014
Georgian Forest E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics
I think it was a great class for [my daughter]. She had fun and learned a lot! What a great introduction to science and engineering!
December 9, 2010
Parent of Camp GrAd Lab camper, Silver Spring, Md. 2014
I think your camp is wonderful, and he will definitely return next year!
July 9, 2014
Forcey Christian parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Mindstorms, March 2012
My son R. came home incredibly excited about his first meeting. He’s always loved Legos and has an affinity for science, math and engineering. He said this is the best activity he’s ever done.
March 9, 2012
Camp GrAd Lab parent, Silver Spring, Md., 2014
Your camp is great … My son started out just [morning] camp but liked it so well he wanted to stay for the full day.
July 9, 2014
Cold Spring E.S. parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, September 2013
Thanks so much for a great class. [My daughter] A. came home happy and excited.
October 9, 2013
Greenwood E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Electronics, February 2013
M. is enjoying himself and now wants the fancy snap on sets you use in class for his birthday. The basic kit we picked up second-hand isn’t nearly as captivating at the ones he uses with you all!
June 10, 2013
Parent, Viers Mill E.S., Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, February 2016
Thanks so much for your fun and thought-provoking classes. N. loves them.
March 19, 2016
Oak View E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, April 2015
Thanks. She is very happy in this club.
May 1, 2015
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Let’s Roll Engineers, October 2014
Our son R. is really enjoying the class. It is great that even the little guys are being exposed to these early lessons in mechanics, even as they have fun building with Legos 🙂
October 23, 2014
Ardmore E.S. parent, Springdale, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
My daughter D. came home excited about .. how they made the robot lion stand, sit, roar, and chew … Thank you for keeping her intrigued and learning.
October 23, 2014
Wood Acres ES parent, Bethesda, Md. Lego Robotics, January 2014
“Thank you for the feedback , great to hear you have had a successful first session! My boys were thrilled and are looking forward to the alligator session next week! Thank you!”
March 2, 2014
Montgomery Housing Partnership activity coordinator, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Robo Challenge Machines, April 2015
Thank you much. The kids really enjoyed you all.
May 1, 2015
Camp GrAd Lab parent, Silver Spring, Md. 2014
Both of my kids love science so this just kept them going!
July 9, 2014
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Let’s Roll Engineers, February 2015
Thanks!” Sounds like the kids had such a fun time.
May 1, 2015
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Let’s Roll Engineers, March 2015
C. is quite enjoying the Let’s Roll Engineers class and looks forward to it every week.
May 1, 2015
Burning Tree ES parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, January 2014
“[My daughter] has been talking about your first class enthusiastically and showed me how to make a paper airplane that flips! … Thank you for including the photos of the kids from class!”
March 2, 2014
Woodlin E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Electronics, February 2013
Thank you for your updates — it is so impressive what you’re doing and J. is loving it.
June 10, 2013
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Robo Challenge, October 2015
Thanks so much for such a detailed run through of the class. [My son] had a great first introduction …
November 3, 2015
Cashell E.S. parent, Olney, Md. Class: Lego Robotics October 2013
S. had an amazing time. Thank you so much for the pictures too!!!”
November 9, 2013
Girls Get Science camp parent, Silver Spring, Md., 2014
She absolutely loves science and this made her love it even more. We will definitely be returning next year.
July 9, 2014
Girls Get Science camp parent, Woodlin E.S. venue, Silver Spring, Md., 2014
This was my daughter’s first experience with The Great Adventure Lab and she was only willing to attend because of the girls-only session, and really enjoyed being in a group of all girls.
July 9, 2014
Wood Acres E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Intro to Robotics, November 2015
M. couldn’t stop talking about the class last night. He is so excited about the new Legos! Thank you for taking the time to send the amazing description below. We are looking forward to hearing more from M. – and you!
November 7, 2015
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