The Schools Challenge 2020 - Design Thinking Ambassador
The Schools Challenge 2020 – Live Smart@Kowloon East
Co-organized by: Junior Achievement Hong Kong (JAHK) and J.P. Morgan
Supported by: Energizing Kowloon East Office (EKEO) and HKUST Connect
The Schools Challenge – Live Smart@Kowloon East is a STEM-focused social innovation program for junior secondary students. The program aims to broaden students’ interest and learning of various STEM disciplines, and encouraging them to co-create innovative solutions that helps transform Kowloon East into a pioneer smart city in Hong Kong.
Throughout the 4-month program, HKUST student volunteers, together with J.P. Morgan business volunteers, will mentor and support teams of 4-6 students on project development and presentation. Learn more about the program at: www.jahk.org/courses/the-schools-challenge/
Roles & Requirements of Design Thinking Ambassador
- Work together with J.P. Morgan business volunteers to support and mentor secondary students in STEM projects
- Being trained about the design thinking approach, and guide the team in applying the design thinking approach on their project
- Provide guidance to your team on ideation and innovative solution development
- Bilingual in Cantonese and English
- All students with Engineering/ Science/ Technology background are welcome!
Benefits
- Develop interpersonal, communication skills and problem-solving skills
- Enhance your STEM knowledge and skills through supporting younger students
- Unique opportunity to work together with and learn from J.P. Morgan volunteers
- Receive a certificate co-signed by JAHK & J.P. Morgan, and a $1,000 honorarium upon completion of the program
| Date | Activity | Commitment |
| Jan 10 2020 (Fri) | Training and Pre-program Briefing for university student volunteers | 8 hours |
| Feb 8 2020 (Sat) | Kowloon East Tour | 3-4 hours (optional) |
| Feb 15-16 2020 (Sat & Sun) |
Official Launch: 2-Day Boot Camp (non-overnight) - Team formation with J.P. Morgan mentors and students - Design thinking and prototyping workshops - Sharing by Social Enterprises on community needs - Mentoring Session 1: Define problem statement for the project with the team |
8 hours (each day) |
| Mar 7 2020 (Sat) or Mar 14 2020 (Sat) |
Mentoring Session 2: Project Development & Makerspace Workshop |
2 hours |
| Mar 21 2020 (Sat) | Prototyping @ Makerspace | 3 hours (optional) |
| Mar 26 2020 (Thu) or Apr 2 2020 (Thu) |
Mentoring Session 3: Prototyping | 2 hours |
| Apr 22 2020(Wed) or Apr 23 2020 (Thu) |
Mentoring Session 4: Presentation | 2 hours |
| Apr 2020 (TBC) | Networking Session at J.P. Morgan Office | 2 hours |
| Apr 25 2020 (Sat) | Project Showcase & Career Aspirations Day | 4 hours |
| May 9 2020 (Sat) | Final Presentation Day | 6 hours (optional) |
| Jul 2020 (TBC) | Sharing Session at J.P. Morgan Office | 2 hours (optional) |
Notes:
1. JAHK will review all applications and confirm your support in the program by end of December 2019.
2. For enquiry, please contact Thomas So of JAHK at 3426 3146 or email at sc.ja@jahk.org.