Cryptography for beginners - Secret Codes and Puzzles
Recommended age: 7-10 year olds.
Description: In this fun and interactive course, young learners will explore the fascinating world of secret codes and encryption. Through engaging activities, they’ll learn how to create and decipher simple ciphers, understand the basics of encryption, and discover historical examples of cryptography. By the end of the course, students will be able to send secret messages to their friends using age-appropriate techniques.
This Summer Class is open to children from 7-10 years of age irrespective of what grade they are in or if they are doing work at or above grade level.
Course Dates: 3 Classes.
May 18th, 19th, and 20th 2026. from 11:00AM - 12:00PM Central Time.
Course Fee $75 per person
Intermediate Cryptography - Games for Secrecy
Recommended age: 11-13 year olds.
Description: In this intermediate-level course, pre-teens will dive deeper into the art of cryptography. They’ll explore both classical and modern cryptographic methods, including substitution ciphers, transposition techniques, and basic encryption algorithms. Students will also learn about the importance of privacy and data security in our digital age. Practical exercises and puzzles will reinforce their understanding and problem-solving skills.
Course Dates: 3 Classes.
May 25th, 26th, and 27th 2026. from 11:00AM - 12:00PM Central Time.
Course Fee $85 per person
Advanced Cryptography -Algorithms for Computing, Telecommunications, and Security
Recommended age: 14 years and up.
Description: In this fun and interactive course, young learners will explore the fascinating world of secret codes and encryption. Through engaging activities, they’ll learn how to create and decipher simple ciphers, understand the basics of encryption, and discover historical examples of cryptography. By the end of the course, students will be able to send secret messages to their friends using age-appropriate techniques.
This Summer Class is open to children from 7-10 years of age irrespective of what grade they are in or if they are doing work at or above grade level.
Course Dates: 3 Classes.
May 25th, 26th, and 27th 2026. from 1::00PM - 2:00PM Central Time.
Course Fee $95 per person