Imagine farming silkworms to make raw silk, engineering a biodegradable fabric, or using chemistry to develop a cover-up that hides and heals acne scars. Fashion and beauty are glamorous businesses, but it’s the science behind these industries that makes their products cutting edge and desirable. In this badge, use the science of style to create—and…
Award Level: Senior
Senior Aviation Badge
I had to shield my eyes against the sun that shone about the steeples in the square, I knew that soon this fight would be done and nothing in the future would compare -Pat Valdata, “Where No Man Can Touch” Jeanne Labrosse was the first woman to solo in a hot air balloon in 1798….
Senior Coding For Good 1: Basics Badge
Explore how computer programming can make a positive difference in the world and write code you can share with others. 1. Use functions to create a self-portrait 2. Write code to create a self-portrait 3. Learn about computer logic 4. Explore “IF” statements 5. Use computer logic to create a quiz show When you’ve earned…
Senior Coding For Good 2: Digital Game Design Badge
Explore narrative video game design and how video games can help people understand the world and its issues. 1. Brainstorm your “game for good” scenario 2. Create a character for your game 3. Develop a decision tree for your game 4. Design your game 5. Playtest and iterate your game When you’ve earned this badge,…
Senior Coding For Good 3: App Development Badge
Collect and visualize data to develop a prototype for an app that supports your community. 1. Learn to collect and visualize community data 2. Write objects to organize and store data 3. Design a community data collection plan 4. Analyze your community data 5. Develop a prototype for a social app When you’ve earned this…