Resources

Coding and Web Development

• Codecademy: Offers interactive courses on various programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS. https://www.codecademy.com/

• Khan Academy: Provides free online courses on computer programming, including Python, JavaScript, and SQL. https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-programming

• freeCodeCamp: Offers free online courses and certifications in web development, data science, and more. https://www.freecodecamp.org/

• Scratch: A visual programming language where students can create interactive stories, games, and animations. https://scratch.mit.edu/

Engineering

• TeachEngineering: A website with free, K-12, NGSS standards-aligned STEM lessons and activities. https://www.teachengineering.org/

• TryEngineering: A website with resources for students, parents, and teachers interested in engineering. https://tryengineering.org/

• NASA Space Place: A website with information and activities on space exploration and engineering. https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/

Clubs and Organizations

• UNO Nullify: A student-run organization at the University of Nebraska Omaha focused on promoting STEM education. https://nullify.uno/

• Girls Who Code: A local woman-ran organization in Lincoln focused on empowering young women in computer science. https://www.girlscodelincoln.org/

• Do Space: A public library in Omaha with a focus on technology and innovation, offering workshops, classes, and events. https://dospace.org/

• UNO Aim for the Stars: UNO Aim for the Stars summer camps offer a fun and educational experience for kids aged 5-12, exploring science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities. https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-arts-and-sciences/aim-for-the-stars/camp-information/index.php 

• UNO High School Internship: UNO's High School STEM Internship Program provides high school students with hands-on research opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math fields under the guidance of faculty mentors. https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-information-science-and-technology/engagement/high-school-internship-program.php 

• UNL Raikes Summer Camp is a two-week intensive program for high school students interested in computer science and entrepreneurship. Students learn basic programming skills, innovation concepts, and gain hands-on experience through project-based work. https://raikes.unl.edu/summer-camp/ 

• UNL Women Belong in Engineering: UNL's Women Belong in Engineering Day is a one-day event designed to inspire and encourage young women to pursue careers in engineering, featuring hands-on activities, workshops, and mentorship opportunities. https://engineering.unl.edu/women-belong-engineering/