TEENS IN AI NASA SPACE HACKATHON 11-18 years old

***At least 50% of teens attending are on Free School Meals. As with all events, we are committed to reducing the diversity and inequalities gap and we actively encourage young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to experience the event for FREE. If you are in receipt of FREE SCHOOL MEALS, please send evidence (letter from school confirming FSM, Income Support etc) to Natasha on natasha.eeles@teensinai.com Teens in AI is partnering with NASA Space Apps Challenge to inspire young people aged 11-18 into solving problems using data science and artificial intelligence. All NASA challenges are outlined here: https://2019.spaceappschallenge.org/challenges/ What is the Space Apps Challenge? Part of the Open Government Partnership, Space Apps is an annual event that pulls citizens together regardless of their background or skill level. Don't let the name fool you... it's not just about apps! Tackle a challenge using robotics, data visualization, hardware, design and many other specialties! Inspire each other while you learn and create using stories, code, design and, most of all, YOUR ideas. Show us your problem-solving skills and share your talents with the world! MORE INFO: CALLING ALL TEENS AGED 11-18! JOIN US FOR  A 2 DAY EVENT (NOT OVERNIGHT) OF FUN AND LEARNING ABOUT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. SOLVE A REAL PROBLEM AND CHANGE THE WORLD. YES, IT TAKES ONLY 2 DAYS TO CHANGE THE WORLD FOR GOOD. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? READ ON... [DESIGN THINKERS, TECH MENTORS AND ENTREPRENEURS – PLEASE REGISTER TOO!! We need you to help inspire the teens] FAQS What is Acorn Aspirations? Acorn Aspirations is a social impact company, which aims to inspire young people aged 11-18 into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. We are on a mission to bridge the digital skills gap and nurture the next generation of digital talent to fill the jobs required by the tech industry.  What is TeensInAI? Teens In AI exists to increase diversity and inclusion in artificial intelligence. We aim to democratise AI and create opportunities for underrepresented talent through a combination of expert mentoring, talks,  workshops, hackathons, accelerators, company tours and networking opportunities that give young people aged 11-18 early exposure to AI for social good.  Our vision is for AI to be developed by a diverse group of thinkers and doers advancing AI for humanity’s benefit. For more info go to www.teensinai.com I Wish to Apply as Mentor Great! We are looking for Design Thinkers, Tech Mentors and Entrepreneurs to mentor young people and inspire them into diverse careers in tech and AI. Please RSVP - the organiser will be in touch with more info. How much will that cost me? As with all events, Acorn Aspirations is committed to reducing the diversity and inequalities gap and we actively encourage young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to experience the event for FREE. If you are in receipt of FREE SCHOOL MEALS, please send evidence (letter from school confirming FSM, Income Support etc) to Natasha on natasha.eeles@teensinai.com Do I need to bring a laptop? Yes. We do not provide laptops. If you don't have one, you will be able to share. Do teens need to know how to code? No prior coding skills are essential. Do not worry - we will teach you all you need to know. Trust your mentors - they will guide you through the entire process! Do parents need to participate?  No. This is a drop-off event. Teens are to be dropped-off at 9.30 am and picked up at 6 pm on both days.  PLEASE WHEN BUYING A TICKET FOR YOUR CHILD YOU PUT YOUR CHILDS DETAILS (eg: THEIR NAME, THEIR DATE OF BIRTH)