WEDNESDAY Classes
Synapse Robotics Club — Build It. Code It. Explore!
Dates: 09/16/2026 - 01/13/2027
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:15 PM - 03:15 PM
Grades: 6th to 8th
Classroom: ROOM: A4
Excluded Date: Oct 28, Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec16, Dec 23, Dec 30
Early Bird End Date: 09/11/2026
Early Bird Price: $675.00
Regular Price: $695.00
Please Note: This class is currently in session, and enrollment is no longer available. The same class will begin on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Wednesday - Sept 16, 23, 30 | Oct 7, 14, 21 | Nov 4, 18 | Dec 2, 9 | Jan 6, 13
12 sessions x 60 minutes
No Class - Oct 28, Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec16, Dec 23, Dec 30
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Grades 6–8 · Presented by Synapse Robotics & AI
Build the future, one robot at a time.
What if you could build a robot that sees, grabs and sorts objects on its own? Or a car that navigates obstacles like a Mars rover? Students turn those ideas into working robots.
Four builds:
- VEX IQ — autonomous vehicles that detect and avoid obstacles
- LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime — sensors, data and programmed machines
- Drone project — flight, control and safety
- Arduino robotic arm — grabbing, lifting and sorting
Students will:
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- Build and program real robots
- Code from block-based to Python and an introduction to C++
- Explore AI and
- Explore AI and machine learning — how machines learn, and how to use these tools wisely
- Test, troubleshoot and improve their own designs
- Build confidence, teamwork and creativity
A pathway, not just a class. Every student finishes with a certificate and a portfolio of robots they built. An entirely optional route leads to VEX IQ Competition and FIRST LEGO League—but the club is built for every student, whether or not they compete.
No experience needed. Just curiosity and a desire to create.
Small groups. All robots, laptops and materials provided. Ends with a family showcase.
VEX-certified instructor · Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Partner · NVIDIA Inception Member
MONDAY Classes
PokeComp: A Competitive Pokemon Video Game Club : 6th - 8th
Dates: 11/16/2026 - 02/22/2027
Day & Time: MONDAY, 03:15 PM - 04:22 PM
Grades: 6th to 8th
Classroom: AWAITING ROOM NUMBER
Excluded Date: 11/23/2026, 12/21/2026, 12/28/2026, 01/04/2027, 01/18/2027, 02/15/2027
Early Bird End Date: 11/15/2026
Early Bird Price: $270.00
Regular Price: $290.00
Monday - Nov 16, 30 | Dec 7, 14 | Jan 11, 25 | Feb 1, 8, 22
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Taught by DUSD Fallon Teacher Mr. Brandon Coffey
Students will learn how to play the video game Pokemon competitively while meeting friends with like interests. Students will learn how to play in local events and will practice and compete against one another while being educated on the complexities of Pokemon doubles battles. All of this will be done on free to play platforms so no additional costs are necessary to join!
Online Safety and Gameplay: For a safe and supervised gaming experience, students will play only with other students registered in this class. They will not be playing with outside players or members of the public online.
TUESDAY Classes
Advance Speech & Debate : 6th - 8th
Dates: 11/17/2026 - 02/09/2027
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM
Grades: 6th to 8th
Classroom: AWAITING ROOM NUMBER
Excluded Date: 11/24/2026, 12/22/2026, 12/29/2026
Early Bird End Date: 11/15/2026
Early Bird Price: $315.00
Regular Price: $335.00
Tuesday - Nov 17 | Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 | Feb 2, 9
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Speak Boldly. Think Quickly. Debate Smart!
Ready to take your speaking skills to the next level? This high-energy session is designed for middle schoolers who want to become stronger, sharper, and more confident communicators. Through exciting debates, persuasive speeches, impromptu challenges, and friendly competitions, students will learn how to express their ideas with confidence and make their voices heard!
Students will gain:
🎯 Stronger public speaking & presentation skills
🧠 Critical thinking & logical reasoning
⚡ Quick thinking and confident responses
🗣️ Advanced debate & persuasive techniques
🌟 Greater confidence and leadership skills
Challenge yourself. Find your voice. Own the stage!
THURSDAY Classes
Synapse Robotics Club — Build It. Code It. Explore! : 6th - 8th
Dates: 11/19/2026 - 02/11/2027
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM
Grades: 6th to 8th
Classroom: AWAITING ROOM NUMBER
Excluded Date: 11/26/2026, 12/24/2026, 12/31/2026
Early Bird End Date: 11/15/2026
Early Bird Price: $665.00
Regular Price: $685.00
Thursday - Nov 19 | Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11
10 sessions x 60 minutes
This is the same robotics course currently in session. Registration is intended for new students who are not currently enrolled in the ongoing class.
Build the future, one robot at a time.
What if you could build a robot that sees, grabs and sorts objects on its own? Or a car that navigates obstacles like a Mars rover? Students turn those ideas into working robots.
Four builds:
VEX IQ — autonomous vehicles that detect and avoid obstacles
LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime — sensors, data and programmed machines
Drone project — flight, control and safety
Arduino robotic arm — grabbing, lifting and sorting
Students will:
Build and program real robots
Code from block-based to Python and an introduction to C++
Explore AI and
Explore AI and machine learning — how machines learn, and how to use these tools wisely
Test, troubleshoot and improve their own designs
Build confidence, teamwork and creativity
A pathway, not just a class. Every student finishes with a certificate and a portfolio of robots they built. An entirely optional route leads to VEX IQ Competition and FIRST LEGO League—but the club is built for every student, whether or not they compete.
No experience needed. Just curiosity and a desire to create.
Small groups. All robots, laptops and materials provided. Ends with a family showcase.
VEX-certified instructor · Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Partner · NVIDIA Inception Member
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