Invent and build a winning software or hardware project
Tickets are being sold for $15 There are a limited number of tickets and you can not reserve tickets.
What is SPARK?
SPARK is an entirely student-run event, which strives to bring together the future STEM leaders of our generation. SPARK gives youth the opportunity to showcase their skills in programming, robotics, communication, and teamwork, in a lively and positive learning environment. This event brings together like-minded students to compete against each other in a fun competition, fostering success in one another.
Are you ready to Hack?
SPARK Hackathon, currently based in the GTA, will commence at 6:00 p.m. on December 14th, and end at 12:00 noon, on December 15th.
During this time, 30 teams of up to 5 hackers each, will get 24 hours to invent and build a software or hardware project. Which they will then be given a couple minutes to pitch it to a panel of judges, as well as their fellow peers
All Hackers will Receive the following:
- Food and drinks
- Speeches
- Various Activities
- A fun experience with fellow peers
- Hands-on experience into the world of STEM
Prizes:
Each award has a $500 prize. The 2 Awards are as follows:
- Best Pitch
- Best Hack
Schedule:
Friday
- 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Mix and Mingle
- 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm: Introduction and Keynote Speeches
- 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm: Dinner and Snacks
- 9:00 pm: Hacking Starts
Saturday
- 12:00 am - 1:00 am: Activity 1
- 2:00 am - 3:00 am: Activity 2
- 6:00 am - 7:00 am: Activity 3
- 8:00 am - 9:00 am: Breakfast
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Judging Begins
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Closing Remarks and Awards
Spread the Word!
Instagram: @sparkhacks2018
Twitter: @Spark_Hackathon
Website: sparkhackathon.ca
Sponsors
McMaster Innovation Park
FRC Team 4939: AllSpark9
Theme of Hackathon
TBA...