Many coding bootcamps don't spend much time on algorithms and focus on learning tools rather than on programming. Many of the top rating bootcamps focus on teaching how to create websites using software. K12engineers program allows students to learn the fundamentals of how web development actually works across tools and technologies, providing them with strong experience skills.
The traditional short immersive coding bootcamp may not seem like enough time to acquire the skills and experience required to be a good software engineer. Unlike Bootcamps, K12engineers integrates coding learning and computer science all along traditional education systems (5-12th grades) by mentoring students from beginner through mastering engineering level.
The short and condensed formats of bootcamps may come at the expense of depth and focus, whereas k12engineers model provides the time to fully explore different areas of computer science.
Experts are of the view that children should learn engineering when they are young. According to MIT, the best age for kids to start learning coding languages such as Scratch is from the age of 5 to 7. Kids who learn to code when they're young can set themselves up for a lifetime of opportunities for success. A survey of nearly 900 developers on Stack Overflow revealed that, if your interest in programming didn't start between the ages of 8 and 18, your chances of being motivated enough to become a software engineer are low.
For most students, the issue of access to engineering careers comes down to cost. A four-year computer science degree can be obscenely expensive, and many students — not just low-income ones — face a variety of obstacles when it comes to completing a college education. K12Engineers Program might be the solution!
Does your child have the inclination or characteristics of an engineer?
Is your child drawn to building with Legos? Are they excited when they see a fascinating house or building? If your kid is always playing with blocks and trying to make the next tallest skyscraper although seeing them fall over and over again rolling clay into various shapes and molds, building objects out of their imagination, attracted by computer and logic games..., chances are you have an Engineer kid at home! Enrolling such children in K12Engineering classes should be an obvious choice for parents. They would be perfect candidates for K12 Engineers Academy!
From ages 10-18, K12Engineers after school online classes will develop the love for engineering in your child. Classes are taught according to age level and experience. Our continuous training will provide all basic engineering coding, critical reasoning, creativity, fundamental programming skills that give your kids a huge academic advantage after graduating High School and prepare them for College engineering fields or professional life. Students will receive a certificate after completing each level. At the end of the program, students will earn the title “K12 Engineer” option Computing. The skills they will learn in this program will be valuable to their college studies, their future careers and beyond!
"Our students are attending from all U.S. states / territories and choose their own class schedule (day and local time) while enrolling."
After a successful completion of the Free 4 weeks PREP classes, students who would like to pursue the engineering program are allowed to register.
Registered students are provided with 4 classes a month, each lasting 55-60 minutes. Classes are held from Monday - Sunday. Parents can choose one or several time slots. K12Engineers school year starts at the beginning of September and ends at the beginning of June. Summer classes are also available for students and start at the beginning of July.
Tuition is $25/attended class. (4 classes/month).
There are five levels to complete after the Prep level:
- K12E Beginner
- K12E Intermediate
- K12E Advanced
- K12E Expert
- K12E Mastering
Each level is usually completed during a school year (or summer if the student register for summer classes). The goal being for our students to reach the Mastering level before they are done with High School.
The curriculum for each level can be found here: https://k12engineers.com/component/content/article?id=14&Itemid=101
Flexible class times?
Yes, class times are flexible. Students have access to the class recording if they can not attend the class.
What is the length of a class?
Our class length is 55-60minutes
How long does the program last?
K12Engineers school year starts in September and ends in June. Summer classes are organized for those who are available during the summer.
Most of our students complete one K12Engineers level by school year.
The K12Engineers program includes 5 levels: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced - Expert - Mastering.
Is there a correlation between the student's school level and his or her K12Engineers level?
K12Engineers program is taught to students from 5th - 12th grade.
Unlike Bootcamps, K12engineers integrates coding engineering all along traditional education systems (5-12th grades) by mentoring students from beginner through mastering engineering level. Note that there is no correlation between the student school level and his or her K12Engineers level (a 7th grader can be in the K12E Advanced level while, an 8th grader, just starting the program will be attending the K12E Intermediate level).
How is the cost charged? In full? Monthly? Weekly?
Each end of month, parents receive an invoice totaling the number of classes effectively attended during the month ($25/class). On the invoice there will be a link to easily pay online.
Is the cost the same for each additional learning level?
Yes, the cost remains $25/class during all the program to make it affordable for all families.
Our goal is to avoid motivated children not being able to take advantage of this opportunity just because of tuition barriers.
Can my child take more than 1 class per week?
When requested, we can provide more than 1 hour during the week; parents choose the day and time that work for their children to attend those classes.
K12Engineers use Project Based Learning (PBL) teaching method in which students learn by actively engaging in real-world and personally meaningful projects. The teacher guides children through a multi phase process from the beginning of a project to its conclusion. Project-based learning is a pedagogical strategy in which students produce a product related to a topic. Knowing what to do is half the battle of any task; K12Engineers Academy teaches kids about following directions. K12engineers integrates coding learning and computer science all along traditional education systems by mentoring students from beginner through mastering engineering level.
FLEXIBILITY: Students can “pause” their engineering classes for personal reasons and resume anytime at the same level.
COURSES BY DURATION:
K12Engineers Prep Class: 4 sessions 1hours/week (4 weeks)
K12Engineers Beginners Class: 35 sessions (1hours/Week, September - May)
K12Engineers Intermediate Class: 35 sessions (1hours/Week, September - May)
K12Engineers Advanced Class: 35 sessions (1hours/Week, September - May)
K12Engineers Expert Class: 35 sessions (1hours/Week, September - May)
K12Engineers Mastering Class: 35 sessions (1hours/Week, September - May)
Classes are taken during the school year, from October to May as after school program. High school students that show high proficiency will receive in addition to the common learning stream a personalized follow-up that will provide them the opportunity to take more than one class in a year.
Discipline and punctuality are very important qualities we are expecting all in our students.
Your child can only be enrolled in K12engineers after completion of our FREE K12engineers Prep Class and being selected. A new k12engineers Prep Class session starts at the beginning of each month. Registration is ALWAYS OPEN. K12engineers Prep Class is FREE.
After being selected, all students are enrolled to the k12engineers beginners class. At the end of each class, students will receive a certificate. After completing the program, students will earn the "K12 Engineer" title option Computing.
Enrolled students are provided with:
Classes are held after school, online and once a week. During the enrollment process, students will have the opportunity to choose a day and time, according to their availability. Classes are live sessions through Zoom or Webinar. Students are required to have recent laptops (Windows or Mac) with webcam, or Chromebooks and a copybook.
We place high expectations on all the students to ensure everyone has an excellent learning experience.
Students evaluation is based on assessment of learning that provides evidence of student achievement at strategic times throughout the program.
After each class, students should be able to manage their free time appropriately and follow instructions with no supervision to complete the projects.
To earn the Prep certificate learners must:
- attend all 4-weeks K12E Prep class sessions.
- be able to follow teacher directions and complete all prep class projects.
To earn Beginner - Mastering certificates learners must:
- attend 30 - sessions. Those 30 sessions can begin anytime during the school year, after a successful completion of the Previous Level (if necessary, completion during the following school year).
- submit all 7 required projects (one at the end of each month) to show their understanding of program content.
Classes are recorded and always available, whenever our students have time to devote to their learning. They can watch and re-watch the lecture for additional support during their studies or reference it for that final project.
Zoom Accessibility Policies:
K12E Zoom policies include, closed captions in real time to be added to meetings and webinars for attendees accessibility when requested. We do not take in charge any other accommodation since doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the Free program. Keeping in consideration the interest of all of our participants and preserving the wherewithal of the program we are providing will remain our main goal.
Learning HTML, JavaScript, PHP, and Python can be incredibly beneficial for a child in today’s AI-driven world, especially with tools like ChatGPT and other AI models becoming more integrated into technology. Here’s how each language can help:
1. HTML & JavaScript – Building Interactive AI-Powered Websites
- HTML teaches structure and design, which is essential for creating user-friendly AI-based web applications.
- JavaScript enables interactivity and dynamic web experiences. Many AI models, including ChatGPT, have JavaScript-based integrations (like chatbots on websites).
- Kids can create their own AI-powered websites, integrate AI chatbots, or even build simple AI-driven games.
2. PHP – Backend Logic & AI Integration
- PHP helps in building the backend of web applications.
- It’s useful for creating server-side logic and interacting with AI APIs, like integrating ChatGPT into a website.
- If a kid wants to build a custom AI chatbot that stores and retrieves data, PHP can be a great tool.
3. Python – AI, Machine Learning & Chatbots
- Python is one of the most important languages in AI development.
- It’s widely used in machine learning, data science, and chatbot development.
- Libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and OpenAI’s API make it easier to experiment with AI.
- A child can build AI projects like simple chatbots, AI-generated art, or even predictive models.
How This Helps in the AI Era
- Understanding AI Concepts – Learning these languages helps kids grasp how AI models work and how they can be used in different applications.
- Building AI-Powered Applications – Kids can create their own AI chatbots, personal assistants, or smart apps using these skills.
- Career & Future Readiness – AI and automation are shaping the future. Early exposure to these skills gives kids a strong foundation for AI-related careers.
By learning these languages, kids won’t just be users of AI—they’ll be creators of the future AI world!
We are looking forward to welcoming our next promotion.