"The best thing about this summer camp is that you never get bored. We learn so many things,” says Michele, a student at the third and final week at the Hi-tech Summer Camps organized by FMD. The Rome Phyrtual Innovation Gym hosted 19 children (aged 7-12) who experimented with a creative and constructive use of new technology.
Working as young architects and craftsmen, the children sewed their digital canvas drawing inspiration from pixel art. They carved their wooden tablets to use it as a base for sewing the games and creations they had first designed with pixel art.
The many small squares created unique patterns and drawings describing their passions on the canvas: Pikachu, Gameboy and Rock music symbols. In addition to adding a personal touch with the programming of a small CodeBug, the young designers also produced a video-story of their activities during the week.
Coaches
- Irene Caretti - Designer and Project Concept
- Valentina Gelsomini – Engineer and STEM Coach
- Federica Pellegrini- Fab Lab Coach for young children
- Fiammetta Castagnini – Sound Engineer and Video Coach
"In order to enrich the week with a variety of different experiences, it is fundamental to include sports, English and enterprise. This provides the children with a greater outlook and a full experience,” explains Carlotta Di Filpo, Fundraising and Social Marketing Assistant, who followed the preparation of the three summer camp weeks. “I would like to extend a particular thank you to all those who helped out discretely, enthusiastically and professionally during these three weeks:”
- Silvia Pulino, KidsUp Programme Developer and Coach for the English and Enterprise Courses
- Nicolas and Roberto – Sports and entertainment managers in collaboration with the Netensia Association
Photo Gallery
Rebecca (11)
Michele (11)
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