The LEAGUE Tech Club runs free 90 minute classes that satisfy the project requirements for the BSA Programming Merit Badge. In two to three  classes  Scouts will learn to program in three different languages and environments, the requirements for 5a, b, c & d. Scouts can take these free classes on their own, or  your Troop can schedule a class for the whole troop.

The classes we offer are:

• Introduction to Python. In this hour long introduction, students will learn the basics of python, the world’s most popular programming language. We will start with turtle graphics, then learn about variables, loops, functions, lists and strings. You can see the Python curriculum online. 
• Introduction to Micro:bit.  Students will learn to program a tiny computer, the BBC Micro:bit, to display lights, play music, and send messages through a wireless network, using  a block based language like Scratch, Javascript or Python. You can get the Micro:bit curriculum online. 

1. Have your parent join the Tech Club Meetup, where class sessions are posted

Join our Tech Club on Meetup.com to see the full schedule of upcoming programming classes.

Are you interested in scheduling a series of classes for your troop, or for troops in your area? Please fill out the form below.

If you have any other comments or questions, please contact our Executive Director, Eric Busboom, at eric.busboom@jointheleague.org, or (619) 889-7571.