The document summarizes the orientation for the 2017 BDPA Computer Camp. It provides an agenda for the orientation which includes welcoming remarks, an overview of camp practices and procedures, an overview of the camp content and schedule, and introductions. It then provides more details on the history and mission of BDPA, the camp schedule and practices, goals of the camp content which includes providing technical experience and career development for students, and opportunities for technology exposure through projects and speakers. Contact information is also provided at the end.

1. BDPA 2017 Computer Camp Orientation
Jan 14th
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2. Agenda BDPA Computer Camp
 Welcome – Shawnda Mitchell, BDPA Cincinnati President
 Overview of Camp Practices & Operating Procedures – Deborah Prince, Outreach Director
 Overview of Camp Content & Schedule – Frank Hill , Computer Camp Leader
 Ice Breaker – All
 Introduce yourself! (Students)
 Day 1 Training Session
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3. BDPA Overview
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 1975 National BDPA Chartered in Philadelphia PA
 1989 Cincinnati Chapter Chartered
 Chapters in 46 Cities
 Largest Black Technical Organization Nationally
Founded as the Black Data Processing Associates in 1975 by Earl Pace and David Wimberly.
BDPA was created to bring underrepresented minorities together who were working in the
information technology and computer science field for the purpose of professional
development and academic enrichment.
BDPA is an international organization with a diverse membership of professionals and
students at all levels in the fields of information technology, computer science and related
S.T.E.M fields.
Members are actively engaged in serving the community through outreach and charting
the future of the IT industry.
BDPA Motto: "Advancing Careers From The Classroom To The Boardroom."

4. Camp Practices & Procedures
 Class begins at 9:AM Promptly
 Lunch 11:30 - 12:00
 Class ends – 2:PM
 Respect fellow students
 Respect Instructors
 Stand up when called upon to speak
 Get permission to leave the room
 Must go to bathroom with a partner
 Have fun!
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Camp Schedule Practices & Procedures

5. Camp Content & Schedule
 High School Computer Competition
(HSCC)
 High School Computer Camp
 IT Showcase
 Native Mobile App Competition
 Schedule of Topics
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 Provide a great technical
experience!
 Promote behavioral growth
 Provide career talks by
professionals
 Develop students for competition
completion
 Provide skills that will help
students achieve future
education and career goals
Course Content Camp Goals

6. Technology Exposure & Opportunities
 Diverse Technical Projects
 BDPA Speakers
 Invited Business and Technical guests
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7. Course Content YTSS
 Course Overview & Logistics
 http://www.bdpa-camp.org/coursedetails.aspx
 Amazon Alexa Demo
 Garage Door Opener Demo (IOT)
 Frank Hill – 513-608-3796
 Deborah Prince – 513-604-0594
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8. Questions?
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