WINTER BREAK: Enrichment Class

If your child loves video games, imagine how empowering it will feel for them to create one of their own. Our Game-Design class turns that enthusiasm into real, meaningful learning. Students work hands-on in a supportive setting where creativity, confidence, and collaboration flourish.

In this engaging winter program, students:
• Learn the core elements of game design including story, level creation, rules, and mechanics
• Brainstorm and build their own digital game ideas from the ground up
• Work with peers and strengthen communication, problem solving, and teamwork
• Practice critical thinking, planning, logic, and design while having a blast

• It blends joy and education seamlessly. Students aren’t just playing games. They’re learning how to design, build, and improve them, which taps into both creativity and higher-order thinking.
• It nurtures real skills that matter. Planning, storytelling, iteration, collaboration, and technical literacy follow them far beyond the classroom.
• It gives homeschoolers a purposeful group experience. Students stay socially connected, engaged, and learning in a structured environment throughout the winter break.

Requisite: Students must be in grades 4 through 8
Equipment: A Chromebook or laptop is required. iPads and tablets are not compatible with this class.

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Info: During class, students dive right into the creative world of game design. They begin by learning the basics of how games work, from characters and storylines to rules, mechanics, and level layout. With guided instruction, they sketch out ideas, test concepts, and begin building simple prototypes on their laptops.

Info: Students enjoy a relaxed 30 minute lunch together where they can unwind, chat with friends, and refuel after class. Once lunch wraps up, they head over to Elkhorn Park for social time on the playground. This gives them plenty of space to run around, play, and connect with classmates in a fun, unstructured setting before pickup.

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Christ Episcopal Church, 6800 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, United States

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