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About Ekids

E-kids is one of She codes projects that aims to engage Libyan children in meaningful projects; we are taking the first steps to launch our first event "E-kids STEM Summer Club" that will take a place in Benghazi, Libya. Our mission in this program is to inspire and empower the next generation, also teach them hard skills, foster other skills, like problem-solving, creativity, collaborations, and most of all, giving them the chance to effectively develop critical thinking skills.

According to some studies, the teaching of Computer Science in primary education can improve assessment results in math and literacy, therefore, children will be giving all the tools needed to come close to the world of coding, programming, science, and other fields related to STEM, how to build their own laptops using KANO.

Having fun is the fundamental rock of this program

Kano

Kano

Make your own computers

Build and code technology. Simple books show you how. Connect the bits, boards, and buttons. Bring tablets, wands, sensors, and more to life. Simple, fun, and for everyone.

Arduino

The easiest educational robot for kids

Arduino is an open source electronics platform based on easy to use hardware and software. It's intended for anyone making interactive projects.

There will be a book club STEM related, alongside yoga classes for them to enhance their creativity

Python

Python is an easy to learn programming language. Python for Kids brings Python to life and brings you & your parents into the world of programming

Book Club

According to some studies; starting to read at a young age has a tremendous benefits, it generates powerful critical thinking skills, logical thinking, and enhances the ability to concentrate more. Introducing reading to children will help them cultivate new skills, and enrich their minds in an absolute fun way. .

Yoga

Yoga has magnifiant benefits to the younger generation. Physically, it helps children discover the strength their bodies are capable of, it improves their flexibility, coordination. Moreover, it teaches kids the ability to calm oneself and focus the mind, to concentrate and focus. While practicing yoga, children will be able to get in touch with their inner core, also it reaches kids self acceptance, and to be able to cherish themselves as they are. Through yoga children will learn self-awareness, and how to approach life in an attitude that doesn't only enhance their lives, but others as well.

35 hours of learning while having FUN!

3 Days a week

9:00 - 14:00

Group A

Sat, Mon, Wed

Group B

Sun, Tue, Thu

Frequently Asked Questions

What is E-Kids Summer Camp?
E-Kids Summer Camp is a two-week camp that helps kids to build the 4C: collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking. Using up-to-date hardware, such as KANO Compute kit, Raspberry Pi, Arduino. Software and programming languages, such as Python, Scratch, and Minecraft in an engaging fun way. Just as we want to keep our kids safe in the real offline world, we still want to do the same thing in the virtual online world, so E-Kids will also cover the E-safety part while using the technology, to help protect them when they are online and equip them with the skills needed to keep themselves safe so they can experience the internet and technology positively and responsibly.
WHAT IS THE AGE RANGE?
9-14 years old. Although some 8 years old are permitted to come if the parents indicate they can participate in a way that does not detract frwom other camper’s experiences.
WHAT ARE THE CAMP HOURS?
Our camp program operates from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. each day. Drop off begins at 8:30 a.m. and pick up is between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. We also offer early drop off starting at 8:00 a.m. and late pick up until 3:00 p.m.
WHERE IS THE LOCATION OF THE CAMP?
Vision Training Centre, Alhadauq, Benghazi.
HOW LONG WILL E-KIDS SUMMER CAMP WILL BE?
E-Kids is a 2-weeks long, 3 days a week, 5 hours a day. There will be 2 groups:
Group A: Sat, Mon, Wed
Group B: Sun, Tue, Thu
WHAT IS THE STARTING DATE?
It will start on the 15th of June and ends on the 29th of June, and a graduation day on the 30th of June, where the campers will showcase their final projects to their parents and our guests.
WHAT IS THE INFO DAY?
On the info day, we will invite the selected parents and their kids, and present the curriculum and the timetable for the program, and answer any questions any of the parents may have.
WHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE?
A typical day starts with a group of activities, during the first half hour of the drop off period. Then campers are sorted into their appropriate groups according to their ages, and their counselor starts the first group of activities related to the theme. A break is scheduled mid-way through the morning, in order for campers to engage in other activities before lunch. The afternoon is different in so many ways, where campers choose a various group of activities based on our weekly theme. Breaks are scheduled throughout the day for kids to have as much outside time as possible.
WHAT ABOUT LUNCH AND SNACKS?
Campers have to bring their own food for lunch, and two snacks. However, we do offer lunch and snacks at the camp, but campers will have to pay the fees for it, the amount of money various, 15 LYD per day, or 80 LYD for the entire course. The lunch and snacks provided are different, in order for the parents to have more options, in case, they are interested in subscribing for catering services. Parents are required to inform the team about any food allergies their kids have, to avoid any complications.
DO YOU ADMINISTER MEDICATION?
There is at least one staff member at every location that has their First Aid and CPR knowledge, however, E-Kids Camp counselor DO NOT administer medications. If your child has any health problems that require any medication throughout the day, we will be able to arrange for the parent or designate to come out through the day and do so. Also, please ensure that this sort of information is indicated in the application form when enrolling your child in the program. With this being declared, in the case of an emergent situation, supervisors will definitely administer the medication, because in some situations patients need to receive first aid care immediately.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SUBSIDIES FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES OR SINGLE PARENTS?
Yes, but it’s very limited.
ARE THERE LOTS OF HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS?
Yes! We have enough activities and options for the counselor to ensure the campers are always busy!
DO YOU GROUP THE KIDS BY AGES?
As much as possible, yes. This depends on the STEM Camp is completely sold out it is much easier to divide the campers into more groups. In locations where there are a smaller number of campers coming, we can’t afford (as a not-forprofit organization) to employ numerous counselors for only 15 campers.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY CHILD COMES TO STEM CAMP AND DOESN’T LIKE IT AFTER THE FIRST DAY? DO I GET A REFUND?
No, the costs for the activities in our camp are quite high, and we cannot afford to offer refunds under these circumstances. We suggest that the parents evaluate their situations closely prior to enrolling their child in the program, however, refunding is not an option to us for various reasons, but mostly because when the parents enrolled their child into the program, another child’s opportunity was taken. Besides all the information we offer in our online platforms, an introductory day will take a place for the parents and kids to know what they need to. Children often focus on one thing during the day that they didn’t like, but in fact, they had 10 other positive things that occurred. Another suggestion would be to discuss the situation with the Camp Director on the location, as there are always more sides to the story.