CodeBears creates opportunities for K–12 students to explore computer science and emerging technologies through hands-on, engaging, and creative learning experiences.
Through educational programming and community engagement, we aim to build foundational computing knowledge, encourage curiosity, and help learners see themselves as creators of technology.
Robots on the maze mat, game design, VR, field trips and demo day: a look back at a summer of campers building with technology.
CodeBears is a K–12 computer science education and outreach initiative that Dr. Naja A. Mack founded through the HAX Lab at Morgan State University in 2023. It introduces learners to coding, AI, robotics, and game development through hands-on experiences.
Our approach emphasizes creativity, exploration, collaboration, and learning by doing. Rather than simply teaching students how to use technology, we encourage them to become creators, designers, and problem-solvers.
K–12 learners across Baltimore. Summer camps serve upper elementary and middle school students, and STEM days reach students from kindergarten through middle school at schools, universities, and community events.
Two-week camps on campus: a free pilot for 36 students in 2023, two sessions of 40+ campers each in 2024, and one session of 30+ campers in 2025 with a NASA field trip. Each camp ends with a science fair–style showcase for family and friends.
In Fall 2023 and Spring 2024, 50+ campers came to campus twice a month.
Three-day day camps on campus: 30+ campers in 2024 and 24 in 2025.
Hands-on computer science, robotics, and AI at schools, universities, and community events across Baltimore, reaching 2,100+ K–12 students since 2024.
A 2027 summer camp, continued Saturday Academy and STEM days, and professional development workshops for K–12 teachers.
Dates and registration details will be shared here once they are confirmed.
Rather than simply teaching students how to use technology, we encourage them to become creators, designers, and problem-solvers.
There is a place in CodeBears for families, educators, volunteers, and community partners.
Email us to hear about upcoming summer camps, Saturday Academy, and spring break camps.
Ask about programs →CodeBears brings hands-on STEM days to schools and community events. Email us to bring one to your students.
Connect with us →Morgan State students teach the camps, lead STEM day activities, and mentor young learners.
Volunteer with us →CodeBears has been supported by Google, Lincoln Financial Group, Transform Morgan, CEAMLS, NSF TRAILS, and the Morgan State Department of Computer Science.
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