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SUMMARY:2024 NCW CS & Tech Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2024 Computer Science and Tech Fair \nThe 2024 CS and Tech Fair will be hosted on Thursday\, October 17 from 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. This event is an exciting opportunity for high school students to engage with leaders in education\, industry\, and technology. Students attending will have the opportunity to learn from professionals\, connect with college and career recruiters\, experience live demos\, and participate in interactive workshops and sessions. \nPlus\, the popular annual College & Career Expo will be included during the event\, so all students attending the CS & Tech Fair will have the opportunity to visit with 100+ regional and statewide employers from various industries\, such as technology\, outdoor recreation\, non-profit\, tourism\, and more. Representatives from numerous colleges\, universities and trade training programs will also be available. \nWe are thrilled to feature Keynote Speakers from CompTIA and Sabey Data Centers.James Spanger\, a distinguished leader in the field of information technology\, will be the keynote speaker for the event. As a senior executive at CompTIA\, James has over 20 years of experience in IT education and certification. He has been instrumental in developing and promoting industry standards and best practices. His insights and expertise have helped shape the careers of countless IT professionals worldwide. James is known for his engaging speaking style and his ability to inspire and motivate audiences. \nStudents can look forward to:Hands-on workshops\nEngaging demonstrations \n\nInformative presentations from experts in the field \nNetwork with professionals and peers\nExplore the latest technological innovations \nCS skills challenges\nConnection and explore college and certificate programs \nSwag\, photos and more!Schedule of the DayStudents must check-in for the event prior to 9:00am to participate in the CS Fair event. \n\n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n\n\n8:15am – 8:45am\nWelcome and Check-in Open\n\n\n9:00am – 9:50am\nOpening Remarks with Keynotes\n\n\n10:00am – 10:40am\nWorkshop Sessions / Expo / Lunch 1\n\n\n10:50am – 11:30am\nWorkshop Sessions / Expo / Lunch 2\n\n\n11:40am – 12:20pm\nWorkshop Sessions / Expo / Lunch 3\n\n\n12:30pm – 1:00pm\nClosing Session and Keynote\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents can depart from the event any time after 1:00 PM. The Expo will be open until 2PM. \nRegistration is now open for Students and Chaperones to build their schedules. Breakout sessions are available with limited seating on a first-come basis. Students and Chaperones should build schedules as soon as possible to ensure that they have a seat in the session. \nLunch is included for CS and Tech Fair Attendees. Students will also select a lunch session as part of their schedule. \n\nBuild a ScheduleNote\, students will need to create a sched account to build a schedule. This sign up process will require the student name and an email address. Setting up an account does take a few minutes to complete. \nFeedback Survey\nWe want to hear from you! Complete the CS & Tech Fair Feedback Survey by Monday\, October 21 for a chance to win a new computer! \nCS & Tech Fair Feedback SurveySchool RegistrationThe event is free to attend\, but registration is required. Schools can reserve tickets for students with the following link. Once tickets are reserved\, students can create individual schedules to reserve seats in workshops and breakout sessions. \nSchool RegistrationDate & TimeThursday\, October 17\n9:00am – 1:00pm \nStudents need to arrive between 8:15 and 8:30 AM to check in. Students will be released at 1PM from the event. Lunch will be provided. \nLocationBig Bend Community College\n7662 Chanute St NE\, Moses Lake\, WA 98837 \nRegistrationPlease use the following forms to register for the event. Note: This event is held concurrently with the College & Career Expo. You will have the option to register for the CS & Tech Fair (which includes the College & Career Expo). \nWe are thrilled to offer this as a free event for both students and exhibitors. \nStudent RegistrationExhibitor RegistrationThanks to the following sponsors\, partners\, and supporters who are making this event possible!Subway of Moses Lake \nHome Depot of Moses Lake \nGrocery Outlet in Moses Lake \nGrocery Outlet in Ephrata \nSafeway in Moses Lake \nMcDonald’s in Moses Lake \nStarbucks in Moses Lake \nVanguard Academy \nDouble Diamond in Quincy
URL:https://www.ncesd.org/event/cs-tech-fair-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Computer Science,Computer Science,STEM
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