CoderDojo is a global movement of free, volunteer-led, community-based programming and technology clubs for young people. At a dojo, young people between the ages 7 and 17 learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, and games. We explore technology in an informal and creative environment under the guidance of local mentors and professionals.
There are thousands of CoderDojos in cities all over the world, and we're here to serve Toledo in supporting
the next generation of programmers and technologists. Learn more about CoderDojo.
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Here's our distinguished mentors who help by passing on their knowledge. Interested in mentoring? Get in touch!
Manager, Web & Application Development at Communica
Lead Consultant/Developer at Adro Solutions
Sr. Software Developer at Adro Solutions
Independent Software Engineer
Chief Technology Officer at Cycle.io
Computer Science Student at University of Toledo
CoderDojo Toledo has sessions every Saturday at Communica, a local marketing, advertising, and development agency.
705 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43604
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Children between the ages of 7 - 17 years old are welcome to attend CoderDojo sessions.
CoderDojo sessions are every Saturday, barring holidays or special circumstances, from noon to 3:00pm.
100%, absolutely free! All CoderDojos, our's included, are free of any charge. The only thing we require is your time and attention for a few hours each week.
We don't adhere to any set curriculum. We have programming expertise on staff to lead short tutorials, provide support and resources, and help with roadblocks, but each child is working with their own technologies toward their own goals. For new attendees, we provide some one-on-one time to get them up to speed, figure out their goals, and give them the tools they need to reach them.
Right now, between 8 to 12 children regularly attend our dojo, but we'd love to have more!
Not at all! We take new learners all the time and give them the direction, tools, and tutorials they need to learn. It is better, albeit not required, if your child has basic computer literacy: navigating the file system, browsing the web, and writing an email.
We do ask that parents stay at the dojo for the full session (barring extraneous circumstances) and encourage them to become active participants in the technology and programming community. If your child is old enough to drive, they can attend without parental supervision.
Children should bring a functional laptop computer with a full-featured operating system. Netbooks or tablets are not suitable devices for learning programming. If a computer is not available, attend anyway, and we'll work to find a way to get your child involved and even procure a donated laptop computer.
We do encourage parents to bring snacks, baked goods, or potluck style food to share with the group. It is appreciated, but not required. Individual snacks and sack lunches are permitted.
Nope! No need to register. We can accept new children anytime. Simply show up, let a mentor know that you're new, and they'll work with you to get you set up and introduced to the club!
Certainly! Download our printable flyer! Print it off and pin it on your local community bulletin board or distribute to anyone you think might be interested.
Absolutely! If you have computer programming, design, or hardware knowledge to pass on, send us a note and let us know before attending. Even if you don't have those skills, reach out anyway. Dojos require more than just programmers to run! If your support is monetary, please reach out to us for more information.
CoderDojo Toledo serves the entire Toledo and Northwest Ohio region, and our goal is to grow into multiple dojos. If you'd like to start one in your local community, let us know, and we'll get you the resources to get started!
Hello Coders and Parents,
In light of the school closings due to the Coronavirus, we'll also be suspending CoderDojo sessions. We will resume our regular meetings when the schools are back in session. Check back for updates here or on our social media profiles.
Thanks, and we hope to see you soon!