CODING AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION | GRADES 3–12

Coding classes for kids and teens in the Twin Cities

BDPA Twin Cities offers hands-on coding and technology education for students in grades 3–12, with Scratch, Python, and opportunities to advance through high school and beyond.

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THE BDPA STUDENT PATHWAY

Start with coding.
Keep growing from there.

Students can enter BDPA Twin Cities at different points and continue developing their technology skills through high school and beyond.

GRADES 3–12 START HERE

Youth coding classes

Youth Programmatic Thinking

Scratch Python

Build foundational coding, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills through hands-on instruction. Students can return for future sessions and continue developing.

Fall and winter/spring sessions

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HIGH SCHOOL ADVANCE

Online high school coding classes

High School Technology Program

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Progress through four levels of coding, web development, and technology education. High school students can also begin their BDPA journey here.

14 weeks | February–May

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NEXT STEP COMPETE

Coding competition preparation

Build toward the national stage

Coding competition

Additional preparation and team-based learning.

BDPA National Conference

Put skills to work alongside students from across the country.

Opportunities beyond the classroom

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One class can be the beginning of years of growth.

Students don't have to leave BDPA when a session ends. They can return, advance, and continue building their technology pathway.

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Ready for the Next Level in Technology?

For high school students ready to go beyond introductory coding, BDPA Twin Cities offers the High School Technology Program (HSTP)—a 14-week online learning experience focused on coding, web development, and real-world technology skills.

Students learn from technology professionals while building experience with Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, web development, IT fundamentals, and problem-solving. No previous experience is required, and students progress as their skills grow.

Spring 2027 classes begin in February.
Saturdays | 10 AM–12 PM | Online via Zoom

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“BDPA taught me how to blend technical skills with business and communication. That balance is what has allowed me to stand out and advocate for myself.”

— Kobe Petrus, Software Engineer

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