Testimonials
What students, teachers and mentors say.
Unedited and attributed. Students who competed, teachers who ran the curriculum in their own classrooms, and the industry people who coached, judged and funded a season.
Students
Students who competed
Teams that went through a full season, from first workshop to final pitch.
“We had no idea that this program was going to teach us so much. It has totally exceeded our expectations. The mentors are incredible. The support of the business community and the doors it has opened up for us is amazing. We are so excited to take our product to the next level.”
Schools
Teachers who ran it
Educators using the program with their own classes.
“I use the curriculum to teach my class. It makes everything so much clearer and understandable.”
“This program teaches them real-world skills. It is like having a team of experts providing a personalized internship for our students. It helps me keep up to date on industry skills and career paths. I encourage all my students to participate.”
Companies
Mentors, judges and sponsors
People from industry who coached teams, sat on panels or funded a season.
“This program nails teaching these kids the skills that are deficient in young adults entering the workforce, and they potentially become a future employee.”
“Best program out there on both a technology and business level. It should be mainstream for preparing our youth to be career-ready with a solid digital toolkit.”
“The thoroughness of the program goes way beyond technology. It is so enjoyable to be working with fellow industry experts and developing a community of local talent.”
“I have been a part of this program from the beginning. It is a must to develop our next generation.”
