“TECH RALLY” Virtual Event | Friday June 26th 2020 | 9th-12th Grades
“Our goal is to motivate students beyond the limitations of good or excellent or outstanding – to inspire them to become EPIC!” – Dr. Cesare Wright
The Microsoft EPIC “Tech Rally” is a two-hour STEM enrichment session that provides a fast-paced overview of the exciting next-generation opportunities in higher education, industry, and research.
University faculty, Microsoft staff, and industry experts introduce students to future opportunities in digital technology and outline next steps for success in higher education and next generation careers in cutting-edge technology fields.
Stay tuned for updates on Microsoft EPIC programs in your area for Summer/Fall 2020!
Join the Microsoft EPIC LinkedIn Group for the latest program information and use aka.ms/msEPICtech to stay connected.
If you missed the live virtual event, watch the FULL Microsoft “Tech Rally” video or view each of the sessions individually as a YouTube PLAYLIST!
In the sample session below, Dr. Cesare Wright discusses the exciting world of emergent technologies w/ special guest Jon “Falloutt” Kefaloukos.
"AI & Engineering Design" At-Home Session & Resources
For those students interested in a deeper dive, we will offer a series of rigorous academic sessions focused on topics such as Augmented/Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Drones & Autonomous Systems, and eSports/Gaming.
In the following Microsoft EPIC online session, Dr. Cesare Wright introduces students to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-centered Engineering Design. Once familiar with the basics of AI, students are challenged to apply what they’ve learned to solving real-world problems.
We welcome parents and teachers to use this content and follow along with the design thinking and technical exercises (links below).
Microsoft EPIC featured TV segments and tips for making STEM learning fun and relevant!
Virtual Learning Resources
STEM activities grouped by age level
Energy-focused science experiment booklets designed for each grade level — elementary, middle and high school
Career cards focusing on careers within BP
College preparation guide for high school students
Curated, searchable energy-related curriculum at energyteacher.org
Cesare Wright – Kino-Eye Center
cesare@kinoeyecenter.com
Microsoft EPIC Information
www.iamSTEMpowered.org
Microsoft Learn
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/
Make Code
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/makecode
Stephon Bowden
Microsoft Retail Store Manager
linkedin.com/in/stephon-bowden
