2018 Dare 2B Digital Conference & Design Challenge

An exciting day of learning for high school students interested in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math)!

Saturday, March 3, 2018

9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

PayPal headquarters, San Jose, California

An amazing day!

Become a design thinking ninja

Experience real-world problem solving

Work with professionals from top Silicon Valley companies

A unique, interactive learning experience

Industry experts from companies including PayPal, Deloitte, AbbVie and Tesla will present fun and educational problem-solving sessions using design thinking methodology

Transportation

Environment

Health & Wellness

Cryptocurrency/Microfinancing

Media & Entertainment

Win prizes and experiences

Take part in the design thinking challenge! 14 lucky winners will each receive Logitech wonderbooms and a drone plus a visit to Tesla.

Workshops for parents, guardians and mentors

Nurture STEAM interest, skills and career paths.

The Buzz

“…I made new friends, learned a lot and became more interested in a future in computer science. D2BD inspired me.” – Shruti, Egan Junior High School

99% of attendees say Dare 2B Digital maintained or increased their interest in fields that use technology

“Wonderful experience…great way of encouraging students to take interest in choosing technology as a career. Excellent sessions for parents…” –Parent

“Thank you @Dare2BDigital. It was so nice to see kids my age so passionate about technology as I am.” –Sasha Williams, Carondelet High School

“Truly realized #digitization when a 5th grader got up & asked me about keyloggers!” -Sharon @eSKPism #DeloitteD2BDteam

“Packed house at the @dare2bdigital #STEAM conference talking how we can inspire young people to enter and stay in STEAM careers.” -@sheiladowd