Ignite your student's curiosity at Microsoft Store's free YouthSpark Summer Camps for ages six and up. Participants learn the latest technology from Microsoft while making new friends, completing creative projects, and gaining new skills that prepare them for the future.Camps offered include:
- Minecraft coding - In this free four-day, two-hour camp series, students eight and up learn key fundamentals of computer programming with Minecraft, using Microsoft's MakeCode platform.
- Code a talking robot with Ohbot - This free two-day, two-hour camp series gives students eight and up basic skills in robotics and coding. Participants work together to make the Ohbot robot move and speak.
- Make your own movie with 3D and Mixed Reality - In this free four-day, two-hour camp series, students eight and up create unique movie projects using Microsoft's latest 3D drawing and movie-making applications.
- Create a difference in your world - In this free four-day, two-hour camp series, students eight and up research a local issue they care about, and create action plans to fundraise, volunteer, or get the word out about their chosen cause.
- Beginners fun with computers and coding - In this free two-hour workshop, students ages 6 to 8 learn the basics about how computers work and learn through hands-on introductory coding activities.
- STEM Saturdays - Your local Microsoft Store invites parents and students to participate in hands-on STEM learning experiences every Saturday. Projects are designed for 11- to 14-year-olds, and also cater to younger students with parental support.
The parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult caregiver of every camp participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the event. No prior experience required.The store also hosts tournaments in their ASUS ROG Arena for League of Legends, Halo 5, Fortnite and more.
The Microsoft Store is located on Level 1 of The Woodlands Mall between Forever 21 and Nordstrom at 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive Suite 1204. Visit their website for the full calendar of events and to register.
