Project Based Learning Electives provided by the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy
RoboTZ Jr. Academy: STEM LABZ
Spring 2026
All students must complete a project for this class.
- Instructor: Tanya Kimmey (Coach JoJo)
- Email: goteamrobotz@gmail.com
- Location: SMC Niles Campus. 33890 US-12, Niles, MI 49120. Rm 147
- Format: In-person
- Website: RoboTechZone.org
STEM LABZ: Grades K-3
Day/Time: Thursdays 1-2pm
Classes begin January 8th, 2026
Course Description: RoboTZ Jr. Academy STEM LABZ introduces young learners to the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math through stories, play, and imagination. Each week, students read an engaging STEM themed story paired with a related game/activity. Through guided exploration a curiosity is sparked and confidence is built. Students learn to engage critical thinking skills like engineers, collaborate as productive teams, and express creative solutions - all while having fun!
*This course is adaptable for returning or advancing students with teaching levels:
Jr. EXPLORERZ (K-1)
Jr. INNOVATORZ (2nd grade)
Jr. ENGINEERZ (3rd grade)
RECOMMENDED: Pair this class with the ROBO LABZ course for students looking to begin their VEX Robotics journey!
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*Please note: it is important to make as informed a decision as possible when choosing your student's Community Resource classes. Most locations will allow a student to drop a class after one meeting, at no charge if it wasn't a good fit for the student, but not all. Some classes plan ahead based on the number that have signed up and have purchased materials, hired teachers, etc. and there might be a fee for class time or materials given to the student if the student drops after one or two meetings. The school cannot pay for classes that students do not complete, so choose wisely; if you do not take the class off of your student's schedule by the deadline, you may be asked to pay for the class time incurred prior to dropping the class.
Teacher of Record: Tom Hurst
