THE TWO
Providing after school technology and soft skills instruction
Our technical instruction gives an introduction to basic Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS coding languages, and an overview of the world of computing.
Our courses run for 10 weeks.
Meet The Two
Lydia Carter
Director
Lydia Carter, MBA teaches Computer Awareness and Intro to Computer Science for Columbus City Schools. She is a fellow with the Korda Institute for Teaching and a member of the Ohio Education Association and the Association for Career and Technical Education. Carter is licensed by the State of Ohio as a School Treasurer, a School Business Manager, and a Career Tech Teacher.
Jenna Mastracci
Facilitator
Jenna Mastracci is a teacher on special assignment with Columbus City Schools serving as a Student Success Coordinator. She supports students working to recover graduation credits. Mastracci is licensed by the State of Ohio as a Career Tech Teacher. She is also an active member of the Ohio Education Association and the Association for Career and Technical Education.
Testimonials
course description and fees
CodeHS
Intro to JavaScript with Karel the Dog
The CodeHS Introduction to Programming with Karel the Dog course teaches students the basics of programming in JavaScript. Students learn JavaScript commands, functions, and control structures by solving puzzles and writing creative programs for Karel to follow.
$399
Intro to Python with Tracy
The CodeHS Intro to Python with Tracy course teaches students the basics of programming in Python. Students learn Python commands, functions, and control structures by solving puzzles and writing creative programs for Tracy to follow.
$399
World of Computing
The World of Computing course is an introductory computer science course that introduces the basics of programming with Karel the Dog and allows students to explore what a computer is and how technology has affected their lives. Students have the option to code in either blocks or text.
$399
Web Design
This is a quarter-long, project-based course for Middle School that teaches students how to build their own web pages. Students will learn the languages HTML and CSS, and will create their own live homepages to serve as portfolios of their creations. Students will finish this course with a published website of their own.
$399Our educational Value
Technical Savvy
Technology will be instructed from the CodeHS curriculum. Students can select introductory courses in Python, JavaScript, HTML, and the World of Computing.
Career Readiness
Possessing basic technical skills along with traditional soft skills is the Golden Key to career success. Much of job success hinges on one's ability to compute and problem solve. Our courses give students a solid foundation on which they can build their careers.
Social and Emotional Growth
Our courses are offered online, but we provide personalized instruction. Students are challenged to apply their technical skills to their daily academic experience. They will be challenged to collaborate and reflect, and there is always time for one-on-one tutoring.
2023-2024 Course Calendar
Tue, Sep 12 - Tue, Nov 14, 2023 JavaScript with Karel the Dog* Mondays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Sep 13 - Wed, Nov 15, 2023 Tracy the Turtle* Tuesdays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Sep 20, 2023 - Last day to receive withdrawal notification for fee refund
Office hours for Karel the Dog and Tracy the Turtle are Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays 6-8 p.m.
*JavaScript and Python are the only courses offered for the fall session
Tue, Jan 9 - Tue, Mar 12 2024 World of Computing* Tuesdays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Jan 10 - Wed Jan 15, 2024 Web Design* Wednesdays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 - Last day to receive withdrawal notification for fee refund
Office hours for Python and Web Design are Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays 6 - 8 pm
*World of Computing and Web Design are the only courses offered for the winter session
Tue, Apr 9 - Tue, Jun 11, 2024 World of Computing* Mondays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Apr 10 - Wed, Jun 12, 2024 JavaScript with Karel the Dog* Tuesdays @ 5:30 p.m.
Wed, Apr 17, 2024 - Last day to receive withdrawal notification for fee refund
Office hours for Computing and JavaScript are Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays 6 - 8 p.m.
*World of Computing and JavaScript are the only courses offered for the spring session
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