Innovate for Good Hackathon (Student and Educator Opportunity)

[Ashley Goetz]

Hello all, 

We’re thrilled to invite you and your students to Code Savvy’s Innovate for Good Hackathon, a free, hands-on event designed to inspire creativity and empower students to make a difference! This exciting day will introduce students (ages 8–18) to coding, design thinking, and physical computing with the micro:bit, while providing unique opportunities for educators and industry professionals to get involved. 

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, June 21st

• Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

• Location: In Person at the Target Plaza Commons

• Audience: Students ages 8-18 (no prior CS experience required!

• Event Flyer: Flyer Link

Here’s how you can be part of this event:

1. Participate as a Paid Facilitator

We’re seeking passionate educators to lead and facilitate the technical content for our Innovate for Good Hackathon. If you have experience teaching students ages 8-18, this is a fantastic paid opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators. You’ll receive comprehensive resources and support to guide activities and mentor student teams throughout the day. 

We’re looking for several educators to join us, apply today and be part of this exciting event. Applications are due by March 28th.

2. Invite Your Students

Encourage your students (ages 8-18) to join this exciting, free event! To ensure accessibility for all, we’re offering travel stipends as needed. Each participant will receive a free micro:bit to continue their learning journey at home, along with exclusive Code Savvy swag.

Here’s what your students will gain from this incredible opportunity:

• Hands-On coding experience

• A chance to design for impact

• Mentorship and support from tech professionals and classroom teachers

• A chance to pitch and showcase their project to a team of judges

• Free micro:bit and swag

We’re looking for several students to join us this summer. Students can register today. Registrations are due by May 9th.

Whether you’re interested in facilitating or registering students, we’d love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out with any questions or to discuss how you can participate.

Best,

Ashley Goetz
Manager of Curriculum and Instruction
Code Savvy