HackSIP is a beginner hackathon for underrepresented middle and high school girls. Participants will use a Micro:bit to learn computer science (CS) fundamentals with hands-on, project-based activities. After the program, students will be invited to continue to expand their programming knowledge by participating in additional, skill-evolving CS activities. This is the newsletter, created for the volunteers, that evolved out of HackSIP activities.

1. N e w s l e t t e r
This week we’ve got even more hackathons for you to
participate in. We’ve also included the registration link for
HackSIP 2 and CyberAI, more computer science programs
that are being hosted by the STEM Impressionists! As always,
make sure to let us know what you sign up for!
Volume 1, Issue 5 | December 6, 2020
Mera Seifu, Editor
Hey everyone!

2. Tynker: Intro to Micro:bit
Location: Online
Description: Tynker is a platform aimed at teaching
students how to code. HackSIP is providing this
application as a way for you to continue
programming through your micro:bit! The code to
join is in google classroom. Students who complete
the Intro to Micro:bit lessons will receive a
custom-made HackSIP t-shirt.
Click here to Register!

3. CyberAI
Event Date: March 6 - 7
*Students will be notified if there are any changes to the date
Location: Online
Description: Cyber-AI is a virtual seminar that
exposes middle and high school girls to computing
through two of the fastest growing fields in tech,
covering AI, Cybersecurity, and their implications on
their lives. The girls will get to meet "Cyber-AI"
professionals and will get access to resources to
continue their tech journey.
Click here to Register!

4. HackSIP 2
Event Date: July 26 - July 30
Location: Online
Description: HackSIP 2 is a week-long summer
program where underrepresented females will be
introduced to 21st century technology skills through
a variety of STEM-related seminars. The micro:bit,
Scratch, and quantum computing classes will be
dedicated to the development of students’
programming skills while the hyperdoc and video
editing classes focus on teaching the importance of
utilizing modern technology.
Click here to Register!

5. HackBI
Event Date: January 23-24
Location: Bishop Ireton High School OR Virtual
Grade: 9-12
Description: Join HackBI for their 2-day hackathon
where you’ll team up with others to work on
programming projects across a variety of
categories. No prior programming experience
required!
Click here to Register!

6. Who Done it Hacks?
Event Date: December 11-13
Location: Online
Description: Sign up for Who Done it Hacks to
participate in their detective themed hackathon this
year where you’ll get to work on a new project or
continue an old one through programming!
Click here to Register!

7. HackUMass
Event Date: December 18 - December 20
Location: Online
Description: Sign up for HackUMass where you’ll
be given the tools to work on a software/hardware
projects using devices like Arduino, Raspberry Pi,
circuit components, Oculus Rifts, and more! Priority
applications are closed but general applications are
still open.
Click here to Register!

8. Holiday Hacks
Event Date: December 25-27
Location: Online
Description: Register for Holiday Hacks where you
can participate in mini events, workshops, and build
a fun project!
Click here to Register!