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Preparing Kids for the Jobs of Tomorrow: Why STEAM Education Matters

Technology

As technology continues to transform industries, preparing children for the future has become more critical than ever. In a recent Forbes article by Kerry Ebersole Singh, the importance of investing in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education is highlighted as a key strategy for equipping children with the skills they need for tomorrow’s job market.

At Panda Programmer, we are proud to contribute to this mission by offering engaging and effective programming classes and summer camps for kids in grades 1–8. The article emphasizes how STEAM education fosters creativity, critical thinking, and adaptability. These skills are vital in the rapidly evolving tech-driven world. These are the very skills we nurture in our students through interactive coding programs like Scratch, Scratch Jr., Python, and robotics.

How Panda Programmer Aligns with STEAM Goals

The Forbes article underscores the value of hands-on, exploratory learning, a cornerstone of Panda Programmer’s approach. Our summer camps and classes are designed to make learning fun and meaningful. Our camps help children not only understand technology but also use it as a tool to express their creativity and solve problems.

In 2025, we’re expanding our summer camps to include Bethesda, in addition to Gaithersburg and Silver Spring. These camps provide the perfect opportunity for parents to invest in their child’s future. They give them a head start in programming and computational thinking.

Why This Matters for Parents

As the Forbes article explains, parents play a crucial role in preparing their children for the future. By enrolling your child in Panda Programmer’s classes or summer camps, you’re taking an active step to ensure they are equipped with the skills they’ll need to thrive in tomorrow’s economy.

Our programs are more than just coding lessons. They’re a gateway to understanding the digital world and exploring limitless possibilities. It doesn’t matter whether your child is a beginner or ready to tackle more advanced projects. Our experienced instructors tailor the learning experience to meet their needs.

Invest in Your Child’s Future

STEAM education is not just a trend; it’s an essential component of preparing the next generation for success. Join the movement by enrolling your child in one of our summer camps or after-school programs. Spots for our 2025 Bethesda, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring camps are filling fast—don’t miss out!

Visit our programs page to learn more and secure your child’s future in the exciting world of programming.

Let’s build the skills today that will shape the leaders of tomorrow!

News Feb, 2024

Have you signed up for Panda Programmer’s 2024 Summer Camp yet?  We are thrilled to be offering our camp this year at the Pathways Baptist Church in Gaithersburg.  The address is 200 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.

Similar to our previous years’ camps, this year’s camp will be for students from grades 1 through 8.  Our time-tested curriculum is based on the Scratch platform.  Advanced students may study Python, robotics, and JavaScript.  

We have a wonderful playground to take breaks in and breathe fresh air!  Sign up soon, as these camps will sell out.  

Coding Camp in Montgomery County

Does Panda Programmer offer coding camp in Montgomery County, Maryland? We are looking for a camp for our daughters (ages 8 and 10) where they can learn how to program. They have a little bit of experience coding in Scratch. Lynette M. Gaithersburg
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Summer camp in Gaithersburg

I have a comment regarding summer camp in Gaithersburg.  Your summer camps rock. My child recently participated in the Panda Programmer Gaithersburg summer camp. It was 5 intense half-days of coding.  Consequently my child loved it! Additionally the instructor made the topic fun and interesting for the children.  Amazingly they actually taught 8 year old children programming.  However they showed my child some amazing techniques.  They used the Scratch programming language. As a result, it was a great experience, and we are looking forward to doing another summer day camp with Panda Programmer next year.  And we prefer your summer camp in Gaithersburg if possible.

On another topic-  Do you think you will be teaching in-school, after-school programs again this fall?  I have heard many good things about Panda Programmer classes that are held in elementary and middle schools.  And I heard that your curriculum allows students to progress from where they left their learning in previous classes.  That’s a great system.  I sure hope that the Montgomery county government (or MCPS) allows in-school after-school programs this coming fall. Otherwise, we’ll just come back to summer camps in Gaithersburg…

Thanks Panda Programmer!

Alice in Gaithersburg

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My son plays too many video games!

Hello Panda Programmer, It seems like my son just wants to sit on the couch and play video games all the time! Does a child need to want to program in order to succeed in your classes? Linda B Gaithersburg
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What ages are your programming classes?

What ages can take programming classes at Panda Programmer? I have an 8 year old boy, and a 10 year old girl. They are very interested in computers.   Wendy Gaithersburg
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Coding for my kids

I would like to have my kids learn coding. But I don’t have the time or the ability! Do you teach kids to code? If so, what level is the class? Introductory level?   Alan in Gaithersburg
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Gaithersburg Summer Camp for computer programming

Hello, I’m looking for a Gaithersburg computer Summer Camp.  Do you offer a Gaithersburg Summer Camp for computer programming? I am interested for my children. They would like to learn computer programming, maybe Scratch programming?  Unfortunately they don’t seem to be teaching programming in the MCPS schools…

And I saw your testimonials.  They’re great!  It’s so nice to see a company teaching computer classes that is able to keep the topic fun and engaging for the kids!  I certainly hope you offer a summer camp in Gaithersburg for this excellent topic of computer programming-

Helen

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Gaithersburg Summer Camp

I am looking for a good way to teach my daughter computer programming. Ideally I would like to find a Gaithersburg summer camp, or year-round program in Gaithersburg to be our resource. Is your program typically held as a summer camp, or do you operate year-round? FYI, my daughter is a 10 year old 5th grader. I would appreciate any advice you can give me. Thanks! Ron in Gaithersburg
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Great Experience

Just wanted to say “Thanks” for a great experience recently with Panda Programmer. The course was excellent.  (my 10 year old cannot stop talking about it!) I can’t believe they don’t teach programming and design in the elementary schools!

Todd
Gaithersburg, MD

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