Programming Academy
The importance of technology in today's world is induspatable. Programming in particular continues to be an area of growth as more and more organizations require talented programmers to help them achieve their technology goals and to stay relevant in today's fast changing environment.
At Five Points Learning, we believe in the potential of all studentsand we know that given the oppotunity, any student can pursue a career in programming or another technology related field.
We also believe that the sooner students are able to develop a foundation in programming, the more time they will have to explore and allow their imaginations to run wild.
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook, began programming in middle school. While in high school, he started a media company that Microsoft and AOL tried to purchase. Rather then sell the company however, he instead chose to enroll at Harvard University. In 2004, he launched Facebook when he was 20 years old. Today, Facebook has more than 800 million active users around the world. Could your student be next?
Our courses are designed to immerse students in the fun, dynamic world of web design, computer science, and application development. There has never been a better, or more important, time to engage in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math).
New courses are added on an ongoing basis so check back often!
Bay Ridge
Junior Programming AcademyGrades 3-8 |
| Computer Programming & Video Game Development | |
| Video Game Design & Creation  Grades 3-8 |
Don’t just play games! Make them! Students will not only learn the basic principles behind game design and development, but will also create their own 3D video games, playable on both a Windows based PC or XBOX 360.Students DO NOT need prior programming experience. This course can be repeated to further enhance student knowledge and skill. DAY CAMPERS: This course is paired with the Tue/Thu "Stop Motion Animation" class. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES |
| 07/09 - 07/13 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 07/16 - 07/20 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 07/23 - 07/27 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 07/30 - 08/03 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 08/06 - 08/10 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 08/13 - 08/17 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 08/20 - 08/24 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 08/27 - 08/31 | M, W, F | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Senior Programming AcademyGrades 6-12 |
| Computer Programming & Video Game Development | |
Programming in C# Grades 6-12 |
An introduction to the C# programming language and C# data types and variables. Students will learn object-oriented programming concepts and will develop Microsoft Windows based programs and games.Students DO NOT need prior programming experience. DAY CAMPERS: This course is paired with the Tue/Thu "Introduction to Web Design & Development" class. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/09 - 08/03 | M, W, F | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $550 | $500 |
| Video Game Programming in C#  Grades 6-12 |
Prerequisite: Programming in C# This course continues to build on the fundamentals learned in the Programming in C# course. Microsoft's XNA Game Studio will be used to provide an easy-to-use game-creation framework. The course will focus on developing games playable on both your Windows based PC and XBOX 360. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 08/06 - 08/31 | M, W, F | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $550 | $500 |
Java Programming Grades 6-12 |
In this course students are introduced to the Java programming language and using object oriented designs to create applications. Students will learn about Java data types, variables, math functions, string operations, and much more! |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| Coming Soon! (Fall 2012) | ||||
| Web Design, Movies, & Photography | |
| Introduction to Web Design & Development  Grades 6-12 |
Students will learn to design and develop websites using a variety of web development tools and platforms. An introduction to HTML, CSS, and Jquery will provide a basic foundation and enable students to create functional and compelling websites.
This course can be repeated. Students repeating the course will continue their learning from the initial course to further enhance their knowledge and skills in web design and development. DAY CAMPERS: This course is paired with the Mon/Wed/Fri "Programming in C#" class. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/10 - 08/02 | T, Th | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $375 | $350 |
| Introduction to Photography & Photoshop  Grades 6-12 |
In this fun and exciting course, students will explore the outdoors and take brilliant photographs as they learn to use a DSLR camera. Students will also learn the basics about modes, aperture, shutter, exposure, composition, lenses, accessories and flash. After students have taken their amazing shots, they'll need to know how to edit them. In the Photoshop portion of the course, students will learn to use Photoshop’s most important functions, like layers, the brush tool, blend modes, smart objects, and lots more! DSLR Camera Rental FEE: $150 Due to the high cost of DSLR camera's ($1,000+), we offer students camera rentals that are to be used during class only. We are committed to providing students access to exciting classes. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/10 - 08/02 | T, Th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | $375 | $350 |
Park Slope
Junior Programming AcademyGrades 3-8COMING SOON! |
Senior Programming AcademyGrades 6-12 |
| Computer Programming & Video Game Development | |
| Programming in C# Grades 6-12 |
An introduction to the C# programming language and C# data types and variables. Students will learn object-oriented programming concepts and will develop Microsoft Windows based programs and games.Students DO NOT need prior programming experience. DAY CAMPERS: This course is paired with the Tue/Thu "Introduction to Web Design & Development" class. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/24 - 08/30 | T, Th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | $550 | $500 |
| Video Game Programming in C# Grades 6-12 |
Prerequisite: Programming in C# This course continues to build on the fundamentals learned in the Programming in C# course. Microsoft's XNA Game Studio will be used to provide an easy-to-use game-creation framework. The course will focus on developing games playable on both your Windows based PC and XBOX 360. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| Coming Soon! (Fall 2012) | ||||
| Java Programming Grades 6-12 |
In this course students are introduced to the Java programming language and using object oriented designs to create applications. Students will learn about Java data types, variables, math functions, string operations, and much more! |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| Coming Soon! (Fall 2012) | ||||
| Web Design, Movies, & Photography | |
| Introduction to Web Design & Development Grades 6-12 |
Students will learn to design and develop websites using a variety of web development tools and platforms. An introduction to HTML, CSS, and Jquery will provide a basic foundation and enable students to create functional and compelling websites.
This course can be repeated. Students repeating the course will continue their learning from the initial course to further enhance their knowledge and skills in web design and development. DAY CAMPERS: This course is paired with the Mon/Wed/Fri "Programming in C#" class. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/24 - 08/16 | T, Th | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $375 | $350 |
| Introduction to Photography & Photoshop Grades 6-12 |
In this fun and exciting course, students will explore the outdoors and take brilliant photographs as they learn to use a DSLR camera. Students will also learn the basics about modes, aperture, shutter, exposure, composition, lenses, accessories and flash. After students have taken their amazing shots, they'll need to know how to edit them. In the Photoshop portion of the course, students will learn to use Photoshop’s most important functions, like layers, the brush tool, blend modes, smart objects, and lots more! DSLR Camera Rental FEE: $150 Due to the high cost of DSLR camera's ($1,000+), we offer students camera rentals that are to be used during class only. We are committed to providing students access to exciting classes. |
| DATES | DAYS | TIMES | FEE | EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE (ENDS 05/18) |
| 07/10 - 08/02 | T, Th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | $375 | $350 |
