Bentley Systems has donated €10,000 to the D15 CoderDojo based at the Institute of Technology, Blanchardstown (ITB). The donation is part of the company’s commitment to supporting science technology maths and engineering (STEM) education for 2014.
Founded two years ago, the D15 CoderDojo operates on a voluntary basis where ‘mentors’ teach children the basics of coding.
Simon Horsley, Bentley vice president, EMEA regional sales, said: “CoderDojo provides a wonderful opportunity to help young students explore the world of software coding and its multiple applications. Our colleagues at Bentley Systems recognize the importance of encouraging young people to engage in STEM-based studies to help ensure a steady supply of engineering talent entering the workforce to help address the world’s many challenges, including advancing infrastructure for improved quality of life.”
Larry O’Brien, head mentor at the D15 Dojo, said: “CoderDojo has experienced an enormous success in Dublin 15 so far. We have had fully booked classes every Saturday since we started, and it has been great to see the enthusiasm of the kids as they learn new skills. Our biggest challenge is that we don’t have enough places to hold classes, and we are heavily oversubscribed.
ITB Marketing and Development Manager Mairead Murphy, ITB is delighted to host Dublin 15’s first CoderDojo. As Murphy said, “It’s great to see so many children taking part and obviously enjoying it so much. Their creativity is astounding and with support from companies like Bentley Systems this Dojo will go from strength to strength”.
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