4th Annual FHS.hacks()

May 17-19, 2024

About

About FHS.hacks()

FHS.hacks() is Franklin High School’s annual hackathon. A hackathon is an opportunity where students get together to develop creative solutions to real world problems. During the hackathon, students will get access to mentors, information sessions, other student coders, as well as “hacking” time to turn their ideas into reality. FHS.hacks() is open to all high school students from anywhere in the US with competitive and innovative spirits. Whether you’re a new coder or a seasoned hacker, come join the FHS WARRIORS for a weekend of learning, connection, and fun!

Theme

This year's theme is centered around

Improving Our Community Through Technology

Tracks

Healthcare/ Mental Health
Environment
Local/Small Businesses

EVENT SCHEDULE

**Bring your phone for fun and games!**

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Opening Ceremony

  • Start: 5:00 PM EST
  • End: 5:30 PM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.
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Hacking Begins

  • Start: 5:30 PM EST
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Team Building

  • Start: 5:30 PM EST
  • End: 6:30 PM EST


  • Location: Discord - Invitation will be sent to participants
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Information Session - Journey to Owning a Small Business

Pamela Ortiz

Pamela will discuss her small business and journey into it, which began in her college years where she was studying Health Sciences. Solo Para Ti caters to those with sensitive skin as it is carefully formulated with gentle and safe products.

  • Start: 10:00 AM EST
  • End: 11:00 AM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.
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Information Session - Quantum Computing Principles and Applications

Hayagreev Shankar Karthik

Quantum code, quantum gates, superposition, entanglement, quantum encryption, quantum teleportation, and other quantum principles.

  • Start: 11:15 AM EST
  • End: 12:00 PM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.
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Information Session - Journey to Data Scientist

Maya R. Walton

This presentation will detail the unique journey I took to become a data scientist. A journey that all started with an enthusiastic teacher that came to my 10th grade science classroom and convinced me to think about engineering, spanned through two degrees at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and has landed me seemingly the perfect job working for a medical research company from the comfort of my home every day.

  • Start: 2:15 PM EST
  • End: 3:15 PM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.
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Information Session - Computer Mapping of The Ocean and Coral Reefs

Francisco Sack

The ocean is the new frontier, and it is in danger. Technology such as computer mapping and sonar allow us to better understand vulnerable ecosystems such as coral reefs and the ocean floor.

  • Start: 3:30 PM EST
  • End: 4:15 PM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.
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Submissions Deadline

  • Submit By: 12:00 PM EST
  • Location: Devpost
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Closing Ceremony

  • Start: 4:00 PM EST
  • End: 4:30 PM EST
  • Location: Zoom - Links will be sent out to participants.

Why You Should Join?

01

Great Information Sessions

With sessions like Journey to Data Scientist and Quantum Computing Principles, everyone is bound to learn something new at this year's hackathon.

02

Networking Opportunity

Find people who share your passion and curiosity for Computer Science through team building sessions.

03

Annual Event

This is Franklin High School's fourth hackathon! Join us for the start of something amazing.

Who’s Speaking

Here are our information session hosts!

Team

Maya R. Walton

Data Scientist at TriNetX
Team

Hayagreev Shankar Karthik

FHS Student, QxQ Quantum Computing alum
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Pamela Ortiz

Founder & Owner of Solo Para Ti
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Francisco Sack

FHS Student, Environmental Club

Event Donors

This event wouldn't be possible without these donors:

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Get In Touch

  • Email address

    miazaly08@gmail.com

  • Location

    Virtual!