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EmP HackFest

2/1/2023

 
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Upcoming HackFests:
  • Fourth HackFest (WebHack): February 2023 - Registration is open!
Concluded HackFests:
  • Third HackFest (EduHack): August 2022
  • Second HackFest (EcoHack): September 2021
  • First HackFest (HealthIT): January 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is a Hackathon?
    • It is an event where participants interested in programming work in teams to solve a real-world problem in small groups for a short period of time.
      • You are not allowed to start working on your project before the event starts
    • ​Here are resources for information on hackathons:
      • An article on what a hackathon is
      • An article on how to prepare for a hackathon
      • A recording of our old Q&A Session, and its presentation slides
  • What are the main parts of a Hackathon?
    • Introduction: introduce the topic and schedule of the event
    • Work Time: teams brainstorm, research, and work on their project 
    • Workshops: participants learn about topics related to creating a product
    • Presentations: participants present their finished products to judges
    • Awards Ceremony: winners are announced
  • What if I do not have a group?
    • ​You can sign up with a group of 2-5 participants, or sign up without a group
    • No solo participants will be allowed
    • If you sign up without a group, you will be grouped with other random participants in your division (6-8th grade, and 9-12th grade)
      • If you sign up with a group that is smaller than 5 people, you can choose to have us add more students to your group
  • How are workshops set up?
    • Workshops are hour-long, live (virtual) presentations that can help you with your project.
    • Workshops help teach:
      • Technical skills: Coding in a certain language, setting up a website, and more!
      • Soft Skills: Communicating your app to others, learning about careers in STEM, and more!
  • What can I use to submit my project?
    • The submission platform is to be announced. 
  • What are the awards?
    • ​1st place: $80 in amazon gift cards for the whole team
    • 2nd place: $60 in amazon gift cards for the whole team
    • ​3rd place: $40 in amazon gift cards for the whole team
  • What do I gain by participating in a hackathon?
    • Participants will develop vital 21st-century skills,  grow as student leaders
    • You will see into the inner workings of the real STEM workplace
    • You will experience the essential process of designing and project-building.
  • How can I learn more about the Hackfest?
    • Join our Discord!
    • Instagram
    • Youtube
    • ​emp.hackathon@gmail.com
Our Team
Event Chair: Nathan Zhang Interlake High School 12 grader
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Marketing/outreach Officer: Maple Dang International School 11 grader
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Webmaster: William Liu
Odle Middle School 8 grader

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Webmaster: Michael Kuang Interlake High School 12 grader
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Communication Chair: Justin Wu Bellevue High School 11 grader
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Volunteer Coordinator: Angela Dang
Eastlake High School 10 grader
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Volunteer Coordinator: Jerry Liu Interlake High School 12 grader
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Secretary: Audrey Yang Eastside Preparatory School 10 grader
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Marketing/Outreach Officer: ​Roy Su Bellevue High School 10 grader​
Previous Organizers
Moishe Keselman​
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Serena Yin
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Eric Liu
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    Hackathons at EmP

    February 2023
    August 2022
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    More info
    Join our Discord!
    Instagram

    emp.hackathon@gmail.com
    Youtube
    Our Team:
    Advisors
    Nathan Zhang, Grade 12
    Michael Kuang , Grade 12
    Jerry Liu, Grade 12

    Co-Chairs:
    Maple Dang, Grade 11
    Justin Wu, Grade 11

    Webmaster:     
    William Liu, Grade 8

    Volunteer Coordinator:  
    Angela Dong, Grade 10

    Marketing/Outreach Officer:
    Roy Su, Grade 10

    Secretary:     
    Audrey Yang, Grade 10


    Former Organizers:
    Eric Liu
    ​Moishe Keselman 
    ​Serena Yin
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