Woodhull School’s youngest learners dove into the exciting world of engineering and coding. Under the guidance of technology teacher Deb Gerken, PreK and kindergarten students programmed hands-free vehicles to navigate their way to school like a real-world commute. 

Using robotic Indi cars, the students explored the fundamentals of coding in an interactive play-based way. The colorful little robots provided an accessible introduction to programming, allowing the students to design their own mazes, problem-solve and develop computational thinking skills. 

To celebrate their hard work, classes were invited to watch the young engineers demonstrate their programmed routes, ensuring their family’s car arrived at school on time. The excitement was palpable as each vehicle successfully completed its journey. By blending creativity, technology and hands-on learning, the students are engineering their own futures one coded pathway at a time. 

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Date Added: 4/9/2025