2026 Summer Python Class

We at Wichita Coding Academy are delighted to provide the Summer 2026 Python training course! The course is for learners who would like to learn programming using Python. This four-week (total 7 or 8 hours) course introduces essential programming concepts and hands-on practice, culminating in fun and engaging projects.

Topics Covered:

  • Setting up the Python programming environment and writing your first "Hello, World!" program.
  • Exploring Python's built-in functions.
  • Understanding control flow and loops.
  • Mastering iterations/loops.
  • Diving into functions (two-part series).
  • Working with Python's built-in data structures.
  • Wrapping up and exploring next steps in programming.

Recommended Age Group:

  • Middle/High school students, recommended age 12 and up
  • University students
  • Adult learners

What to Bring:

Hardware:

  • A personal laptop (Windows, Mac, or Linux), fully charged.
  • (Recommended) Laptop charger.
  • Our classroom has WSU's guest network along with Hotspot internet access.

Software:

  • Google's Colab (online), or Python SDK and VS Code installed on laptop.

Schedule and Class Size:

Date and Time

The class meets at Monday and Wednesday on the following dates:

  • May 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, 27th. Note that no meeting on 25th. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

June:

  • Session 1: June 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th; 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.
  • Session 2: June 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th; 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

July:

  • Session 1: July 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th; 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.
  • Session 2: July 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm (2 hours).

August:

  • Session 1: August 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th; 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm.
  • Session 2: August 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm (2 hours).

Location and Parking:

  • In-Person: We will host our sessions at Wichita State University, Woolsey Hall. Room will be scheduled accordingly to the size of the class (see map below)
  • Parking is free for WSU visitors after 5:00 pm. We recommend to use the Lot 41 or Lot 39 as they are the two closest lots.

Class Size:

  • Maximum: 10 students per session.
  • Minimum: 2 students per session (sessions not meeting the minimum may be canceled, with options to switch or receive a full refund).

Cost:

  • $200.00 per student for one entire course session (total 7 or 8 hours).

Tips for Success:

  • Practice regularly after class—programming skills improve with consistent practice.
  • Class notes will be provided after each session. Revisit the notes, type the code, and experiment to deepen your understanding.

Policies:

Refunds:

  • 100% refund for cancellations made before the 3rd class start date.
  • 50% refund for cancellations made on or after the 3rd class start date but before the 5th class start date.
  • No refunds for cancellations made after 5th class start date.

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