Fall Semester
STEAM + ROBOTICS
We want to close the equality gap in our communities to access quality STEAM programs for our communities, so we partnered with Saint Bartholome School and award-winning STEAM teacher Francis Belizarioto to secure a 3-month curriculum to ensure competitive STEAM and robotics foundations to set you up to compete!
Our intensive STEAM after-school program equips students with essential scientific and programming skills. They learn to approach problems methodically, generate innovative ideas, and test solutions effectively. This program builds their technical expertise and fosters self-esteem and communication skills, empowering students to confidently share and present their ideas.
Studies have shown that participating in high-quality afterschool STEAM programs have a significant impact on students by:
Empowering kids to see the real-world application of the sciences
Develop greater confidence in science ability
Build interest and a sense of belonging in STEAM subjects
Lead to increased interest in STEAM careers
Offering STEAM access to children early can allow students to enter the labor market in fields that offer more opportunities and better pay. It also improves their financial outcomes and brings much-needed diversity to our STEAM workforce.
Every month, students will dive into the exciting world of robotics with our specialized STEAM & Robotics class, led by the esteemed Francis Edmund C. Belizario. This 3-month intensive program is crafted for young innovators eager to learn, build, and compete with advanced technology.
Design, Build & Program: Gain hands-on experience with Lego NXT, EV3, and Spike Prime robots.
Create Proposals: Develop and submit proposals for the Florida Research & Robot Tournament.
Prepare for Competitions: Get ready to shine in robotics competitions.
STARTING AT
$120
Per Month
Session: JAN 5 to JUN 7, 2025
10 to 15 Age
ONE DAY
2.5 Hours per week
Saturday 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
$120 per month
TWO DAYS
5 Hours per week
Tuesday, Thursday
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
$160 per month
THREE DAYS
7.5 Hours per week
Tuesday, Thursday
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday • 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
$190 per month
STEAM Curriculum
Students will use the Driving Base as a modular platform to learn the basics of building and programming autonomous robots. Each lesson introduces a new extension to be built onto the Driving Base. These extensions enable it to detect obstacles, move objects, follow lines, and turn at precise angles. The unit ends with a factory-themed challenge that will test your students’ robotics skills!
Moves and turns – EV3 Core Set
Objects and obstacles – EV3 Core Set
Grab and release – EV3 Core Set
Colors and lines – EV3 Core Set
Angles and patterns – EV3 Core Set
The factory robot – EV3 Core Set
A guided mission
Our offering
- Three intensive days of STEAM curriculum, 7.5 hours per week or two days program, 5 hours per week.
- High-quality afterschool STEAM programming, teacher and classrooms.
- Hands-on projects designed to encourage intellectual curiosity with interactive Lego NXT, EV3, and Spike Prime robots.
- Award-winning program to ensure participation in STEAM competitions.
- Free Math and ESL classes available for those who needed.
Class Schedule:
Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Start Date: January 5th, 2025
End Date: June 7th, 2025
About Your Instructor
Francis Belizario
Francis Belizario, with his extensive science and technology education background, brings a wealth of experience to this class. Having taught across various NYC schools and managed programs in the Philippines, Francis has a proven track record of success. His work with The Sharp Blades FLL team has garnered multiple awards and media recognition, underscoring his expertise and commitment to STEAM education.
Join Our STEAM & Robotics Class!
We have a flexible learning model to accommodate different ages and learning styles. Experiential learning with Lego STEAM kits helps children build the neural pathways to build their creative problem-solving skills!
Program cost
Payment
ENROLLMENT AND FEES
- All payments will be automatically billed on the 25th of the month prior to the current month’s schedule.
- Payment Cycle: January – June 2025.
REFUND POLICY
If the student wishes to withdraw, they must do so 15 days before the previous month; otherwise, the tuition for the next month will be charged. You must notify TBC staff IN WRITING at the email address SBarts@thebelfrycentre. If no written notification is provided when withdrawing from classes, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FULL PAYMENT OF THE TUITION. No refunds will be given.
ENROLLMENT FEES
There is a non-refundable enrollment fee for all NEW students of $20 for the first student, $15 for the second student, and $10 for the third student.
Attendance Policies
- Students are allowed a total of 3 absences per semester.
- If more than 3 absences occur during the semester, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program.
- Your child will not be allowed to participate in class if they arrive more than 10 minutes late to the class. They will be required to observe the class and take notes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we offer scholarships based on specific needs. To apply for scholarships, please send your application to the email thebelfry@thebelfrycentre.com. You will be asked to provide the necessary documentation to qualify for this.
Currently, we do not offer discounts for multiple siblings, but we do have discounts for enrolling in multiple classes.
No, the materials required for the classes are included in the monthly fee, except in exceptional cases.
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