PySTEM MiniBot Hands-on Workshop

Hands-on Robotics for Beginners

A 1-day or two half days hands-on robotics workshop for students to assemble, code, and explore robotics fundamentals. Participants will build their own MiniBot, learn basic electronics and engineering concepts, and get introduced to Python coding for motors and sensors—laying the foundation for future robotics competitions. This workshop also serves as a fundraising initiative to provide STEM and robotics education access to underrepresented and under-resourced students.

Perfect For:

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• Students (Grade 4+) interested in robotics and STEM

• Students who want to learn robotics basics through hands-on building and coding

Workshop Agenda:

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• Assemble your own MiniBot

• Explore electronics and engineering fundamentals

• Learn Python coding for motors and sensors

• Gain skills relevant for future robotics competitions

Upcoming Workshop

Date: May 25 & May 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM 
Location: STEM Bridge Center (4006 148th Ave. NE., Redmond, WA 98052)
Suggested Donation: $90 (Includes a $65 donation to our programs and $25 to cover two lunches).

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Our Commitment to Access:

SBC is dedicated to being barrier-free. All proceeds directly support our mission to bring STEM to the underrepresented and under-resourced students.

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• Financial Aid: Students with financial need are welcome to participate for free—no donation is required. Please contact us for a fee waiver.

• Corporate Matching Perk: If you process your $65 donation through a corporate matching program, SBC will waive your $25 lunch fee as a thank-you for doubling your impact!