Pine Crest E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Robo Challenge Machines, December 2014
[My son] O. has been loving the class. He had a great time with catapults yesterday. We hope to enroll him in future programs. Thanks for sharing the pics and details …December 17, 2014
Kipling E.S. parent, Deerfield, Ill. Class: Robo Challenge Machines, April 2015
J. is so excited about this class! Thank you for the updates. He now has decided he wants to be a robotics engineer 🙂
May 1, 2015
Bannockburn E.S. aide, Bannockburn, Ill. Class: Lego Robotics, April 2015
I want to share what a wonderful job [your instructor] did … I was especially impressed with the manner in which he worked to make the class inclusive and meaningful for a student with special needs.
May 1, 2015
Thunder Hill E.S. parent, Columbia, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, May 2015
I appreciate the measures you take to ensure my son’s, as well as the other children with food allergies, well being.
May 1, 2015
E.L. Haynes Charter School parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Mindstorms, March 2015
I just wanted to say thank you for these weekly updates. My son really enjoys the class.
May 1, 2015
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
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Electronics, March 2015
O. is really enjoying the class and I appreciate these quick summaries. It gives us a bit more context to chat with him some more.
May 1, 2015
Parent, Rock View E.S., Kensington, Md. Class: Intro to Video Game Programming, March 2016
Thank you so much for a great class. My son J. loved it!
March 19, 2016
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, April 2014
Thanks so much for the update! Looks like a lot of fun. R. said it was awesome and he can’t wait until next week’s class. I appreciate how organized you are too 🙂
June 11, 2014
Cashell E.S. parent, Olney, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, May 2013
Thanks ever so much for the weekly updates of what happens in the classroom! My kids are having a great time, and learning a lot!
June 9, 2013
Kensington Parkwood E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Crime Science
[My daughter and son] REALLY loved this past class. They love them all, but this one like the fingerprint one kept them talking and experimenting! My kids are learning and having a blast.June 9, 2013
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, Somerset E.S., Chevy Chase, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, February 2016
A. is very excited to show me the program next week. He has enjoyed the class!
March 19, 2016
Garrett Park ES parent, Kensington, Md. Class: Robo Challenge, February 2014
D. is loving the class this time around as much as last time, so thanks for always doing such a wonderful job in there!
March 2, 2014
Murch E.S. parent, Washington D.C. Class: Space Engineers, October 2015
It was a great pleasure watching you and the kids launch all of the rockets. I loved that squeal of excitement after every launch, which never got old for anyone there, including the parents. Thank you for making science so much fun!
November 3, 2015
Maryvale E.S. parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2015
Very happy to have passionate people about science and engineering like you teaching our son K. about robotics – he’s a budding engineer and I am sure he will learn a great deal.
November 3, 2015
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Kensington, Md. Class: Lego Robotics
Both my daughters did the class and they loved goingeach week! I feel it opens them up to different paths for girls then what are normally offered to them!
December 9, 2010
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, November 2014
Thank you so much for your weekly communications. It was very helpful know that the kids learned and did in specific terms. My [daughter and son] enjoyed the program.
December 17, 2014
Forcey Christian parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, November 2015
Thank you very much. A. enjoyed so much. We hope to retire once he creates the next big app/game.
November 7, 2015
Northfield E.S. parent, Ellicott City, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, March 2015
Thank you for the updates. The class has been amazing for my daughter.
May 1, 2015
Parent, Viers Mill E.S., Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, February 2016
Thank you for all of the detailed information about each class along with pictures! My child is really enjoying it.
March 19, 2016
Carderock E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Storybook Science, June 2015
Every time I picked up my son from class the room was a hive of activity full of the excitement that only comes with implementing newfound knowledge. He was thrilled with every project they made…. Thank you for inspiring my son!
June 18, 2014
Wood Acres parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2013
My son B. loves the class. It’s his favorite part of the week… Thanks very much.
November 9, 2013
Parent, Rock View E.S., Kensington, Md. Class: Intro to Video Game Programming, February 2016
My son J. loves the class. What an exciting way to learn! In J.’s spare time, he has gone on his iPad and created some projects on his own.
March 19, 2016
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
Thank you! J. had a great time today in class.
October 23, 2014
Rock Creek Forest E.S. parent, Chevy Chase, Md. Class: Lego Robotics
Thank you … for the great work! This sounds like a fabulous class and L. was glowing with excitement when he came home … They are programming! Amazing!
June 9, 2013
Murch E.S. parent, Washington D.C. Class: Lego Engineers, May 2014
A. loves the class.
June 11, 2014
Farmland E.S. parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, March 2014
“My son M. loved this class and he is very excited about programming. Thank you very much for your valuable input in my kid’s development.”
March 11, 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
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
Forcey Christian School parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, November 2015
Thank you so much for everything! I know T. learned a lot and had a ton of fun!
November 7, 2015
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Kensington, Md. Class: Crime Science
My daughter loved the class….gender did not make a difference. Both my husband and I are science people so we expect our girl to also be a science person–and she is.It was exciting to solve the crime. She loved the class, and we were thrilled that she wasn’t the only girl.
March 9, 2011
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Space Engineers, October 2015
Thank you for sending these email updates out, it’s great to hear what [my children] are doing each Wednesday. We appreciate your time and enthusiasm.
November 3, 2015
Wyngate E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, March 2012
It was the absolute best after school program we’ve ever participated in. …Thank you sooooo much for bringing that program to Wyngate. It taught my son that he absolutely loves computer programming…which is a big deal for me, since he doesn’t seem to like anything but watching tv! 🙂
March 9, 2012
Garrett Park E.S. parent, Kensington, Md. Class: Robo Challenge, October 2013
D. LOVES your class!! He spoke about it all night, so thanks so much for making it so fun and interesting!
October 9, 2013
Parent, Wood Acres E.S., Bethesda, Md. Class: Storybook Science, March 2016
Thank you for this very interesting report on their class yesterday. R. really enjoyed it, and the whole family is admiring his car!
March 19, 2016
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Space Engineers, November 2015
E. has been sick but hopefully will be able to rejoin the class this week because he is enjoying it so much. Thank you.”
November 3, 2015
Al-Huda parent, College Park, Md. Class: Early Engineers, May 2013
You did a marvelous job! Thanks for a wonderful experience. F. enjoyed the sessions so much that he will be signing up for [your] camp over the summer
June 10, 2013
Murch E.S. parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Space Engineers, November 2015
D. … really enjoys the class!”
November 3, 2015
The French Maternal School parent, Washington, D.C. Class: Early Engineers, September 2014
Thanks for the note. [My daughter] really enjoyed class and is looking forward to the next one.
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
Westbrook E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Storybook Science, October 2014
[My daughter] … had a great time and is very proud of her slime! 🙂October 23, 2014
Oyster Adams E.S., Washington, D.C. Class: Lego Engineers, June 2014
Thanks for a great year of Lego Engineering. … [My son] will be back with you all in the Fall.
June 18, 2014
Bradley Hills E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
My son really enjoyed his first Robotics class on Monday!”
October 23, 2014
Viers Mill E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, January 2016
Thanks for teaching this class! H. came home so excited about it – it was the highlight of her week. She already showed us the Scratch website and helped her sister create a sprite and background. It sounds like a great intro to computer programming.
March 19, 2016
Pointers Run E.S., Clarksville, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, June 2014
[My daughter] is having a lot of fun with this after-school program. … THANKS for making this class so much fun for my 4th grader.June 11, 2014
Flora Singer E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Engineers, October 2015
This is a fantastic update. Thank you so much! I can’t get Kaveesh to tell me a whole lot so this helps me to ask more specific questions versus ‘how was the class?’ He really enjoyed the class a lot.
November 3, 2015
Ardmore E.S., Springdale, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
Your class looks intriguing and as a result you’re doing a fine job teaching young minds. Thank you for all you do and especially with my daughter.
October 23, 2014
St. Patrick’s School parent, Rockville, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, October 2014
So fun! J. loved building the catapult. Thank you.
October 23, 2014
Westbrook E.S. parent, Bethesda, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, October 2014
[My son] is very excited about the class.October 23, 2014
Camp GrAd Lab parent, Silver Spring, Md. 2014
Communication was great, thanks. L. LOVED the camp. She couldn’t stop talking about it in the evenings. She had a great time and I expect her to be back next year for more.
July 9, 2014
Homeschool parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, March 2012
Thank you so much for teaching the LEGO class. W. really enjoyed himself, and learned a lot. It was fun to hear him tell about his creations, and watch the videos.
March 9, 2012
Westbrook E.S. club coordinator, Bethesda, Md. Class: Mindstorms
Thank you for these awesome updates and pictures. … I am a big believer in this type of STEM programming and so pleased to be part of bringing it to Westbrook through the PTA. The kids are learning a lot from you!
May 9, 2013
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
Pine Crest E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, October 2013
[My son] T. asked me to tell you that he made a game by himself.It’s called Cat’s Game. He’s recommending that you play the game because it is really good! 😉 Thanks for a great [class]!November 9, 2013
Oakland Terrace E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Video Game Programming, October 2014
Thank you for the update each week. It is very informative to know what the kids are learning. My kids enjoyed the classes.
October 23, 2014
Dayton Oaks E.S. parent, Dayton Oaks, Md. Class: Lego Robotics, March 2014
“My son is J. … is having a blast!!! Thanks for the pictures and updates!! I greatly appreciate it since I work full time and never get to participate to often with the kids’ school activities.”
March 17, 2014
National Presbyterian activity coordinator, Washington, D.C. Class: Early Engineers, October 2015
I don’t know what else he teaches, but the kids absolutely LOVE him. I’ve had two parents approach me about his class just in the past week.
November 3, 2015
Peabody E.S. parent, Washington, D.C., Class: Early Engineers, October 2014
[My daughter] tends to ask about this class mid-week in anticipation. As a parent, I love this. .. [My daughter and son] are both enjoying your class. Thank you for all you do!October 23, 2014
East Silver Spring E.S. parent, Silver Spring, Md. Class: Storybook Science, May 2013
Thank you. P. is always so excited and full of ideas after this class. He loves it.
May 9, 2013
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Cold Spring E.S.
Concord Hill School
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Kensington Parkwood E.S.
National Presbyterian
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