Did you know that all Bergen County Code Ninjas are owned by people who live right in Bergen County? There are so many great things to learn about these local businesses!
Coding has been called “the literacy of the 21st century” for good reason. Just like math, science and literature, coding is a key aspect of understanding our technologically advanced world. While many schools offer computer education, they are often under-resourced and are unable to offer the sophisticated ongoing coding curriculum that kids need to be successful in today’s technological environment. That’s where Code Ninja comes in. It’s a fun after-school program where kids learn to code while using games that they already know and love, such as Minecraft® and Roblox®. They are not just passively playing—they are actually building games – and having a great time doing it.
“There’s a huge need for the next generation to not only understand technology, but know how it works,” says George Kythreotis, owner of the Norwood location of Code Ninjas. “Coders learn how to use logic, be resourceful and solve problems, giving them a distinct advantage in everyday life, even if they don’t end up choosing coding as a career.”
Each of the four Code Ninjas centers in Bergen County — Midland Park, Norwood, Ramsey and Saddle Brook — is equipped with a state-of-the-art security system. Only kids and staff are allowed in the learning centers, called Dojos, and are given wristbands that grant them access. Meanwhile, parents can relax in a special separate waiting area. All Covid health and safety protocols are strictly enforced.
Another benefit of learning to code is that children not only become problem solvers in other areas of their lives, but they also learn to become creators rather than consumers of content. This is a mind shift that will open them up to new ideas for careers as they move through high school and into college.
Code Ninjas class offerings include:
- Code Ninjas Create—An exciting learning adventure for tech-loving kids ages 7 to 14 where kids build video games while developing ninja coding skills on their path from white to black belt. They can attend multiple times a week if desired—and just drop-in during available center hours. The Create curriculum is directly aligned with the Computer Science Teachers Association K-12 standards.
- Code Ninja Jr.—This course helps students ages 5 to 9 build a foundation of coding and learning critical problem-solving skills through a fun and completely visual curriculum.
- At-Home Coding—Even at home, kids can stay engaged and keep coding with the support and guidance from Code Ninjas Senseis just a click away.
- Code Ninjas Camps—Camps offer an immersive environment for kids to explore and develop new skills, gain confidence, and have fun with friends. From coding and game building, to STEM and robotics—it’s an unforgettable learning experience!
For more information on classes at one of the four Bergen County locations, visit www.codeninjas.com .
Code Ninjas Locations in Bergen County to Offer Coding Workshops on
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 18th
(ROCKLAND/BERGEN, January 5, 2020) On Monday, January 18th several locations of Code Ninjas in Bergen County will be hosting events for students. Code Ninjas of Midland Park will host a free MLK Coding Workshop Day with three one-hour workshops to be held at 10:00am, 11:30am and 1:00pm. The coding workshops are appropriate for children ages 7 to 10 years old. Children will experience creative and analytical challenges and opportunities as they build, mod, and create ‘Minecraft’ like games in Scratch. Participants will be able to choose their own characters and actions inside the games and learn to control and manipulate those characters.
Registration is required. Please register at http://bit.ly/codeninjamlkday
The coding workshops are designed to teach kids the fundamentals of computer programming, specifically looping, condition statements and variables and children with no experience in coding can participate as well as those with some previous instruction. The workshops are designed to be entertaining, fun and educational and foster the young creative mind and teach children to be ‘digital producers’, as opposed to digital consumers. To reserve a spot call 201-882-1234. Workshops will be held at Code Ninjas at 85 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ.
Code Ninjas in Saddlebrook is hosting school fundraisers for Martin Luther King Jr Day. They will offer a virtual “Hour of Code” to participating schools, where kids get to design and code their own games and share them with friends and families. The proceeds of each hour will be donated back to the participating schools. For more information on how your school can participate call 551-300-2633. Code Ninjas is located at 383 Market Street, Building B Unit 6 in Saddle Brook.
Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest-growing organization helping kids learn to write code on computers. At their centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. They gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment. For more information and the location near you, visit www.codeninjas.com
About Code Ninjas
Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. It was founded by David Graham, a programmer, entrepreneur and father of two, who is based in Houston, TX. Previously, Graham was the founder and owner of Coder Camps, a program that teaches adults to be successful software developers.