# Event Details - **Event Name**: Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join our program to gain valuable tech skills while building confidence, teamwork, and real-world experience for future success!About this EventThe programs will introduce students to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math - Money-Management, Electronic-Etiquette (STEAM-ME). IT Computer Wiz Kids (WIZKIDS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on providing technology education and job training through our STEAM-ME program.In the Elementary School STEAM-ME Enrichment section, students will gain practical experience, confidence, and a sense of responsibility for their own growth, while developing teamwork, decision-making, and goal-setting skills, along with a deeper sense of belonging, motivation, and connection to their community and future career pathways. We strive to create a fun and exciting learning environment that equips individuals with the skills necessary for success in both personal and professional endeavors. Students will develop critical thinking skills as they are introduced to coding, programming, gaming computers, cybersecurity, networking, financial literacy, money management, investing, and trading.In addition to the Elementary School STEAM-ME Enrichment Program (Ages 6-11), IT Computer Wiz Kids (WizKids) is also offering a 16-week STEAM-ME based program for teens (Ages 13-18) that combines technical training with hands-on experience. Students complete four immersive sessions in A+ certification prep, coding/game development, cybersecurity/networking, and financial literacy with digital etiquette.Through the Wiz Kids Help Desk Initiative, participants gain real-world internship experience while providing tech support to their communities. Following the program’s β€œYou Build It, You Keep It” model, students also build and take home their own computer.The program promotes workforce readiness, digital skills, and community impact while helping create pathways to economic opportunity and greater diversity in tech.April 11th, 2026πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AMIntroduction to Computer Technology & Troubleshooting Host: Kimberly Cassidy Info: This class introduces students to the fundamentals of computers, including different types of computers, operating systems, and the roles of laptops, desktops, and cloud-based servers. Students will also learn a brief history of computers and how they process information. Through an interactive presentation, they will explore key internal components such as the motherboard, RAM, hard drive, power supply, and CPU. Then students will participate in a hands-on activity, where they will disassemble and reassemble a desktop computer to identify its parts and better understand how these components work together.April 18th, 2026πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AMIntroduction to Coding & Programming Host: Danny Parks Info: This class introduces students with the core programming concepts and the fundamentals of coding through languages such as Ruby, JavaScript, Python, C, and C++. These languages will serve as entry points for understanding how programming works. Then students will participate in a hands-on activity using Scratch, an Hour of Code project developed by the MIT Media Lab, where they will create an interactive adventure featuring a playful cat using stackable code blocks, helping them apply basic programming ideas in a fun and visual way.April 25th, 2026πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AMHealthy Technology & Digital WellnessHost: Gerard CooperInfo: Students will explore digital wellness and responsible technology use, including electronic etiquette, internet ethics, plagiarism awareness, and safe online communication. The class covers digital footprints, online privacy, cyberbullying awareness, and the impact social media can have on future opportunities. Students will also learn strategies for healthy technology habits, such as managing screen time, protecting personal information, and balancing online activity with real-world connections.May 2nd, 2026πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AMNetworking, Cybersecurity, AI & CLOUD 101 FundamentalsHost: Paul Nguyen Info: Students will learn the fundamentals of computer networking and basic network security concepts, including internet web servers and TCP/IP. The module also introduces the history of the Internet and emerging technologies such as cloud computing platforms like Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and AWS. Then students will be able to apply their knowledge with a parent or guardian to improve their home network security by confirming strong passwords and checking for firmware and software updates on their home router.May 9th, 2026πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AMIntroduction to Financial Literacy: Budgeting & Money ManagementHost: Hariel Corsiar Info: Financial literacy helps students develop essential money management, decision-making, and entrepreneurial skills from a young age. Through interactive activities and real-life examples, students will learn foundational financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, distinguishing needs from wants, understanding basic banking, and exploring entrepreneurship. The course encourages the development of healthy financial habits and a confident approach to managing money. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-diego/elemschool-steam-me-program-ages-6-11-and-teen-it-internship-ages-13-18/100001985259051264 - **Event Categories**: it, workshops, kids, business, health-wellness, trips-adventures, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Diego - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: St. Stephen's Church of God in Christ - **lat**: 32.7084918 - **long**: -117.0727426 - **full address**: St. Stephen's Church of God in Christ, 5825 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/dc9b99eaac8713a67f365ebe7b95e7b18fd69bc1e805b9d2c297924c06204107-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc0296d8-gmir.jpg?v=1774027150 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) being held? - **A:** Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at St. Stephen's Church of God in Christ, 5825 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18)? - **A:** Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) is organized by IT Computer Wiz Kids. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Elem.School STEAM-ME Program (Ages 6-11) & Teen IT Internship (Ages 13-18) is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Diego, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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