HACKATHON - CODE, INNOVATE, ENTREPRENEUR A FREE, DYNAMIC LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS, MASTER CODING, CREATE A BUSINESS CONCEPT, WIN AMAZING PRIZES. REGISTER AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM FOR A COLLABORATIVE CHALLENGE
In collaboration with Nebula Academy, We Connect The Dots is elevating STEAM education by merging coding with entrepreneurship. Our Hackathon, open to youths aged 13-18, is more than just a coding event. It's a platform where coding meets real-world impact. Participants will enhance their technical skills and embark on an entrepreneurial journey, designing conceptual businesses that champion corporate responsibility and align with the UN Sustainability Goals.
EMBRACE THE CHALLENGE – REGISTER NOW FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE HACKATHON EXPERIENCE! Runs Virtually December 6,7,8, 2024
Students must be between 13-18 years of age to participate.
For students under 18, your parent/guardian will need to sign off for your participation.
What is HACKATHON?
Our Hackathon isn't just about coding; it's about using code to create change. Participants will learn to conceptualize business ideas that are not only technologically advanced but also socially responsible and aligned with global sustainability efforts.
Join us in this exciting journey where coding skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for sustainability come together to create a brighter future.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
This year, our Hackathon pushes the envelope by integrating Artificial Intelligence into our learning modules. Participants will get hands-on experience in AI, using it as a tool for innovative solutions in sustainable business practices. Whether you're a coding novice or a tech enthusiast, our Hackathon offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
Individual entrants will be grouped into teams of four, fostering collaboration and diverse thinking. Pre-formed teams are also required to have four members. Teams lacking the full count will receive an additional member from our pool of individual registrants, ensuring a balanced and enriching team experience.
Our Hackathon isn't just about coding; it's about using code to create change. Participants will learn to conceptualize business ideas that are not only technologically advanced but also socially responsible and aligned with global sustainability efforts.
Student Training Sessions - Competition Levels
Training Sessions are recommended for students to participate
Upon registration, students will receive the invite details for the online information sessions and credentials to participate in the program.
Level I: Training Begins November 4th - HTML, CSS focus, with an introduction to JavaScript.
Sessions Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
November 4th, Monday
November 6th, Wednesday
November 9th, Saturday
Level II: Training Begins November 11th - JavaScript focus, with integration of HTML, CSS
Sessions Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
November 11th, Monday
November 13th, Wednesday
November 16th, Saturday
Level II Competition requires verification of your skills by taking the pre-assessment by November 30th. Link to Assessment
If you do not complete an assessment by November 30th, we will assume you are competing at level I.
Level III: Training Begins November 18th - Advanced Web Development using JavaScript and React
Sessions Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
November 18th, Monday
November 20th Wednesday
November 23th Saturday
Level III Competition requires verification of your skills by taking the pre-assessment by November 30th. Link to Assessment
If you do not complete an assessment by November 30th, we will assume you are competing at level I.
MEET OUR instructors
Chris Gomez
Senior Software Engineer, Freedom Pay
LEVEL I INSTRUCTOR
Kerry Shotts
Principal Product Manager, Adobe
LEVEL II INSTRUCTOR
David An
Pricing and Data Analytics Manager, Astellas Pharmaceuticals
LEVEL III INSTRUCTOR
Student INFORMATION Sessions
all team-building sessions are mandatory
Students will receive the invite details for the online information sessions upon registration.
Team assignments will be announced during Team Building Sessions - All Team building sessions are mandatory.
Monday, December 2nd: 7-8:30 PM
Wednesday, December 4th: 7-8:30 PM
Each Team will consist of 4 Members with 1 Mentor
Team members will be introduced, and activities will reinforce collaboration and learning to work together online. During these sessions, there will be fun, competitive gamification with prizes for the winning teams demonstrating their abilities to solve problems successfully.
More details regarding project submission by Teams will be outlined on Friday during the program kickoff - Project submission is Sunday, December 8th, by 11:00 AM.
Project Presentations take place via Microsoft Teams Live Events Sunday, December 8th, from 1PM- 5 PM EST
Student Project Scope:
Students work in teams to build a conceptual business that supports the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. As a team, the students will be integrating technology and working to develop a website that offers a solution to a problem facing society. This program prepares students with 21st-century workforce skills while preparing them for an active role as a social entrepreneur. This program is one of a kind, and it offers students the opportunity to learn to work in a diverse team, build workforce skills for their future, learn how to learn online, get creative with innovating and problem-solving, and align to real-world issues.
Prizes!
ARE TO BE ANNOUNCED
…And multiple opportunities for Gift Cards and additional Prizes Throughout the weekend!
*Disclaimer: Prizes are subject to change due to availability
HUGE ThankS TO our 2023 HACK-A-Thon Sponsors & Partners!
2020 Photos and student projects
First Place Winners: Drone Earth
This team received the first-place award for their unique use of drones to solve the increasingly detrimental issue of waste management. By prototyping a garbage drone with visual design software, these boys demonstrated a feasible concept. Also, incorporating React allowed this team to have the most intuitive and appealing website design.
Second PLace Winners: Reduce Traffic Mortality Rates
By tackling a leading cause of death in the world, this group received the second-place award. In order to reduce motor vehicle crashes, drones would be flown to patrol intersections and send help to the victims. This team’s website displays a simple and functional layout with a focus on navigation.
Third Place Winners: Aid to the amazon
Through the current environmental issue of deforestation, this group exemplified the need for drones in the Amazon rainforest. With the use of drones, areas being burned can be patrolled and information can be gathered. Their website design maintains an appropriate theme with a unique donation feature built into the site.
Darby, PA
Fremont, OH
