The document summarizes the BDPA Detroit High School Computer Competition program, which provides technical and leadership training for middle and high school students. The program focuses on developing skills in programming, time management, and leadership. Students learn web technologies and communication skills. The program begins with an orientation in January and then weekly training sessions from February to May. The top students are selected for a competition team to represent Detroit at the national BDPA conference in August, where they can win college scholarships.

1. BDPA Detroit
2013 High School Computer Competition
BDPA Detroit Chapter
BDPA Detroit High School
Computer Competition
(HSCC)
BDPA HSCC provides technical, and
leadership skill development for middle
school and high school students. The
program focus is on building program-
ming, time management and leadership
skills. Students focus on developing and
The 2012 BDPA Detroit High School Computer Con-
executing their personal roadmap that test (HSCC) Team. L-R: Charles McIntosh, Austin
will navigate their journey from the Little, Cameron Hughs.
Classroom to the Boardroom.
Program Focus: Open House / Orientation
Web Technologies (HTML, CSS,
JAVA, JSTL, MySQL) Compuware
Verbal and Written Communi-
cations Skills World Headquarters
Leadership Skills (Gallery ‘A’)
Time Management Skills
Presentations Skills
Saturday January 12, 2013
11:00am
HSCC Applications due by January 31, 2013
Applications available @ http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/ or Con-
tact: Detroit-HSCC-Coordinator@bdpa-detroit.org
BDPA Detroit: 440 Burroughs, Detroit, MI 48207

2. held in conjunction with the National BDPA
High School Computer
About BDPA Conference in late July/early August. These stu-
Contest
dents will continue weekly training session
through the summer. The students will learn to
work as a team, develop oral and written com-
Black Data Processing Associates munication skills and creativity. Training topics
(www.bdpa.org) is a national non-profit pro- include Java programming, Java Server Pages,
fessional association founded in 1975 in Phil- Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) has a
developed a program to give Detroit area Structured Query Language, Database Manage-
adelphia, PA. BDPA has 40 chapters char- ment Systems, Time Management, Presenta-
tered throughout the nation. Membership is youth a competitive edge in college and the
job market, the High School Computer Compe- tion Skills, Converting Specifications to Designs,
open to all with expressed interest in the and more.
information technology industry regardless tition Camp (HSCC). Students who participate
of race, sex, religious beliefs or national in the program will receive valuable training in
leading edge technologies, as well as be given At the conclusion of the training, these stu-
origin. BDPA has successfully reached out to dents will enjoy an all expense paid trip to the
many, and has provided opportunities the opportunity to compete against other
teams on the national level for college scholar- National Competition and compete with over
through networking, educational programs,
ships. While learning the principles of being an 20 other teams. They will also participate in
monthly seminars, monthly workshops,
and annual conferences. effective team player, participants will be able workshops and seminars and meet teens with
to create bonds with other teens from the similar interests from around the country. They
BDPA’s mission is to be a member-focused community who share common goals and in- also have the opportunity to win college schol-
organization that exists to provide profes- terests. arships from the BDPA National organization.
sional development programs, services and
The program will kick off with local interested
community outreach to position our mem-
students attending the HSCC overview. A
Ideal Candidates will have the fol-
bers at the forefront of the information
short interview will be conducted with each lowing characteristics:
technology industry. BDPA-Detroit host
monthly membership meetings that range student following the overview. Accepted ap-
from professional topics, recruiting events, plicants will be notified by BDPA Detroit within  Current 8th - 12th grader
10 days.
and technical workshops. For more infor-
mation about the Chapter visit www.bdpa-
 Expressed interest in comput-
detroit.org. Beginning in early February, accepted students er technology.
will attend weekly sessions to orient them in
It is still a sad fact that educational and tech- various computer technologies and program-  Ability and willingness to
nical opportunities reach the African Ameri- ming concepts. The 5-hour sessions are infor- commit to Saturday classes.
mation packed and absences are highly dis-
can community at a slow pace. Recognizing
the need for accelerated action BDPA works couraged.  Strong academic discipline
to increase the number of computer literate (courses will have homework)
At the conclusion of the first round of training
teens in the inner-city by offering a challeng-
ing, competitive, esteem-building, state-of- (late spring), a subset of the students will be  Ability to work on a team..
the-art program, that will train youth in to- selected to receive training in preparation to
day's technology. represent BDPA-Detroit in the National High
School Computer Competition, which will be Note: No previous programming experience is
required (but welcomed).

3. BDPA HSCC Detroit Q & A
Q: When does the formal training begin?
A: The training begins in early February and meets on each Saturday morning
(likely 9:30 – 2:30).
Q: How long is the program?
A: The training begins in February and continues through May. Students selected
for the competition team will continue through the summer to prepare for
convention in August.
Q: Do I need to already know how to program?
A: The training starts at the beginning and assumes no prior knowledge; however,
prior knowledge is welcomed.
Q: How many absences may I have?
A: The BDPA computer training program moves at a swift pace. Most students
will find it very difficult to “catch-up.” Therefore, absences are strongly
discouraged.
Q: Where will training be held?
A: Most training will occur on-site at the Compuware World Headquarters. There
may also be some teleconferencing for homework assistance.
Q: How much does the program costs?
A: Last year, the participation fee was $50 (primarily to cover the book).
Compuware has generously supported the Detroit team.

4. Tech Town ◊ 440 Burroughs, Suite 115 ◊ Detroit, MI 48202 ◊ (313) 438-3519
www.bdpa-detroit.org ◊ Detroit-HSCC-Coordinator@bdpa-detroit.org
2012 High School Computer Camp Application Form
Name: Last_______________________________________First______________________________________
Mailing Address__________________________________________ City_______________ St____ Zip______
Age___________School______________________________________________________________________
Curriculum______________________________________ School’s City_______________________________
Expected Date of Graduation (MM/YYYY) ______________________________________________________
Home Number ( ) _________________________Alt Number ( ) _________________________________
Email Address. _____________________________________________________________________________
Please indicate the Extracurricular activities in which you participate (check all that apply)
Student Government Co-op Robotics
Officer of organization Baseball Cheerleading
Basketball Football Dance Team
Track DAPCEP Academic Team
Other (specify)___________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Please indicate the days in which you participate in these activities (check all that apply)
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
How did you hear about BDPA/HSCC? Please (check all that apply)
Website Present Member (Name)
Radio or TV Word of Mouth
Newsletter Other (specify)_______________________________________________
Briefly explain your expectations of this program:
Signature of Application__________________________________ Date ___________________
Application Deadline: January 31, 2012 (In person: January 21th @ HSCC Orientation)
Mail to: HSCC Coordinator
Tech Town
440 Burroughs Suite 115
Detroit , MI 48202