Once upon a time, in the teeny, tiny, totally terrific state of Connecticut, there was a group of kids who were mad about Robotics! They were called the "Circuit Surfers," and they were as different as M&Ms in a candy store. Some were whizzes in math, some were science sorcerers, and some were just bonkers about building stuff. Yet, they all had one thing in common. They loved robots more than ice cream on a hot summer day. Dotted with charming towns and lush green forests, Connecticut was the perfect backdrop for this robotic extravaganza. The Circuit Surfers didn't just build robots; they made them dance, do chores, and even tell jokes! The robots were like their metal and wire pets, except they didn't need to be walked three times a day or have a stinky litter box. The star of the show was undoubtedly Captain Codex, a flamboyant robot with a metallic top hat and a penchant for breaking into Broadway show tunes. The Circuit Surfers built him with so much care, he had a personality as bright as a thousand LEDs. Captain Codex would often be found in the center of all the action, bursting into song, "I am the very model of a modern Major-General, I've information vegetable, animal, and mineral." The kids would roar with laughter, their cheeks hurting from smiling too much. So, in this snug little corner of the world, the Circuit Surfers and Captain Codex continued their robotic adventures. Every day was filled with laughter, learning and the occasional loose bolt. And through it all, the children of Connecticut showed that when it comes to Robotics, they were the whiz kids to beat!

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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.

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At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code while having a blast. With hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Code Ninjas provides a safe and inspiring environment for kids to gain problem-solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills. Through engaging game-based curriculum, kids develop self-confidence and teamwork skills while coding their own video games. Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kid's coding franchise, making it a great choice for parents who want to give their children the opportunity to learn and have fun while doing it.

Manchester, CT 06040