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

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 am to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

University of Waterloo | Waterloo

Black Boys Code
Publisher/HostBlack Boys Code
Black Boys Code: Waterloo District School Board AND Child & Family Services
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Join us for an exciting monthly in-person workshop designed just for boys aged 8-17! Whether they’re brand new to coding or eager to level u
About this Event
Black Boys Code – Monthly Technology Workshops (Waterloo)

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

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 to get connected and learn how you can support your local team.

📩 Questions?For inquiries on the day of the event, contact:📧 📧

🔥 Register Now – Space Is Limited! 🔥



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University of Waterloo, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Canada

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