Toms River Offers Virtual Summer Tech Camp For Teens

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Teens who are interested in learning computer coding can register now for one of nine free coding camps behind offered virtually by the Toms River school district in the summer of 2020.

The TechReady Code Camps will offer up to six coding languages and their applications. Students will learn the basics of their chosen coding language, create a working product, learn about associated careers, and apply code to address real-world issues.

There also will be a girls-only coding camp from July 6 to 10. "Girls are underrepresented in computer science and here's a chance to see what you might be missing and what you can do for the world," the district's website says.

Students who are going into seventh grade through 12th grade are eligible for the camp. You do not have to have any knowledge of advanced math or computer science. TechReady is an opportunity to see what's amazing about coding and to challenge yourself to discover a new and possibly career-building interest.

Space is limited to 25 per class and students will be selected at random from all applicants. Selected students will be expected to attend every day camp is in session and asked to participate in at least one coding activity during the school year, with cool incentives offered.

One- and two-week sessions are running in July and August. Registrations are being accepted at this link; register by June 29.

If you do not have time this summer but want to learn more on your own click here.

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