Pei Hwa Hackathon 2024
Innovative Solutions
to Tomorrow's
Problems
Encapsulates a commitment to forward-thinking problem-solving
HACKATHON OVERVIEW
Developing creative solutions tolooming threats on the horizon
The COVID-19 pandemic, the evolving realm of artificial intelligence, the looming threat of climate change – recent years have demonstrated the volatility and unpredictability of the world we live in today. New digital technologies alongside shifts in the socio-geopolitical climate demand immediate and consistent innovation to target problems that arise every day.While globalisation has resulted in a greater integration of Singapore with the rest of the globe, this interconnectivity has also resulted in a more fragmented world. Inequalities and insecurities are heightened with the rise of new opportunities brought about by technology and evolving demands. The transient nature of constancy begs us to explore new ways to tackle issues that lie ahead.This year, the tagline of Pei Hwa Hackathon 2024 emphasises the need to be proactive in developing creative solutions to looming threats on the horizon. How can we empower ourselves to invent more efficient and sustainable practices that will better prepare us for future challenges? Participants will get to ideate and construct vibrant strategies when engaging with their problem statement.This modern age has taught us that we can no longer be complacent and rely on the status quo. It is with necessity that we have adapt to ensure that our future generations are well equipped with a diverse set of skills to handle any situation.
Problem Solving
Logical Thinking
Innovation
Timeline
Registration & Training Day
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Carnival & Showcase Day
28 May 2024, Tuesday
Learning
Training Videos
#1
Introduction
to Hackathon & Hardware
#2
Understand
& using External Sensors
#3
Project
Brainstorm & Prototyping
Guidance
Prototyping sessions
This session serves as a crucial step in refining and validating the design and functionality of the prototype before moving forward.
Valuable insights
Enhancements
Desired specifications
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On-the-day
Carnival & Showcase
1. Each Hackathon participating team should be made up exclusively of students who are not organizers, volunteers, judges, sponsors, or in any other privileged position at the event.
2. All the students must uphold Academic Integrity in the competition and ensure that all project-related information submitted and presented is their original work.
3. Teams can be disqualified from the competition at the organizers’ discretion. Reasons might include but are not limited to breaking the Competition Rules, behaving in a way that violates the code of conduct or other unsporting behaviour.
4. The organiser reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions above due to unforeseen reasons.
CategoryNotes
| 1. Physical Prototype with micro:bit solution (please bring along laptop & charger) | N/A |
| 2. Visual Aid for Presentation | Either **Poster (not larger than A2 size) a. Presentation Slides b. Video c. Skit Contents for Visual Aid:
|
Prototype and Presentation Deliverables:
1. Teams should complete their project prototypes before the Showcase Day. The Showcase Day is mainly for touching up on the projects and decorating their booths.
2. Only 3 micro:bits are allowed in the prototype creation. However, there are no limits on the inputs and outputs used.
3. Each team is only given 5 minutes for their presentation on Showcase Day. This includes time for prototype demonstration and Q & A from the panel of judges.
4. Teams are encouraged to prepare posters and other decorative materials to beautify their booth. Effort to engage the audience would also be observed.
5. The maximum size of the poster is A2 size. Students should only decorate within their booth space.
6. On the Showcase Day, once time is up, teams must stop all project refinement and booth decoration
Venue: Pei Hwa Secondary School TimeAgenda
| 8.00 to 9.30am | Participants setting up allocated booth |
| 8.00 to 9.30am | Participants setting up allocated booth |
| 9.30 to 10.00am | Opening ceremony and photo taking |
| 10.00 to 12.30pm | Judging (5 mins presentation, 5 mins Q&A), participants to go around the different booths and carnival |
| 12.30 to 2.00pm | Lunch (provided), judges deliberation |
| 2.00 to 3.00pm | Prize giving and closing ceremony |
Each team will be provided with:
- 1x Easel
- 2x Tables
- 2x Chairs
- Extension Cable
- PHSS Student Facilitator as Support (Technical assistance provided)
| Number | School Name | Group Name | Booth Number |
| TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Each team will be provided with:
- 1x Easel
- 2x Tables
- 2x Chairs
- Extension Cable
- PHSS Student Facilitator as Support (Technical assistance provided)
CriteriaWeightage
| Adherence to Theme Relevance of concept to the theme, including display of features concerning the theme | 20% |
| Presentation Quality and clarity of presentation | 20% |
| Innovation Creativity and originality of the concept solution | 20% |
| Impact Extent of application of the concept solution to solve stated problem | 20% |
| Product Design Aesthetics of the concept solution | 20% |
- Champion
- First Runner-up
- Second Runner-up
- Most Innovative Solution Award
- Best Presentation Award
- Selffix Best Design Award
- People’s Choice Award
- Commendation Award (x5)
1. Each Hackathon participating team should be made up exclusively of students who are not organizers, volunteers, judges, sponsors, or in any other privileged position at the event.
2. All the students must uphold Academic Integrity in the competition and ensure that all project-related information submitted and presented is their original work.
3. Teams can be disqualified from the competition at the organizers’ discretion. Reasons might include but are not limited to breaking the Competition Rules, behaving in a way that violates the code of conduct or other unsporting behaviour.
4. The organiser reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions above due to unforeseen reasons.
CategoryNotes
| 1. Physical Prototype with micro:bit solution | N/A |
| 2. Visual Aid for Presentation | Either **Poster (not larger than A2 size) a. Presentation Slides b. Video c. Skit Contents for Visual Aid:
|
Prototype and Presentation Deliverables:
1. Teams should complete their project prototypes before the Showcase Day. The Showcase Day is mainly for touching up on the projects and decorating their booths.
2. Only 3 micro:bits are allowed in the prototype creation. However, there are no limits on the inputs and outputs used.
3. Each team is only given 5 minutes for their presentation on Showcase Day. This includes time for prototype demonstration and Q & A from the panel of judges.
4. Teams are encouraged to prepare posters and other decorative materials to beautify their booth. Effort to engage the audience would also be observed.
5. The maximum size of the poster is A2 size. Students should only decorate within their booth space.
6. On the Showcase Day, once time is up, teams must stop all project refinement and booth decoration
Showcase Day (28 May 2024, Tuesday)
Venue: Pei Hwa Secondary School
TimeAgenda
| TBA | TBA |
NumberSchool NameGroup NameBooth Number
| TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
CriteriaWeightage
| Adherence to Theme Relevance of concept to the theme, including display of features concerning the theme | 20% |
| Presentation Quality and clarity of presentation | 20% |
| Innovation Creativity and originality of the concept solution | 20% |
| Impact Extent of application of the concept solution to solve stated problem | 20% |
| Product Design Aesthetics of the concept solution | 20% |
To be announced..
RSS Explorers (Red Swastika School)
First Runner-up:
Horizon Star Coders (Horizon Primary School)
Second Runner-up:
WSPS Team 1 (White Sands Primary School)
People’s Choice Award:
Horizon Star Coders (Horizon Primary School)
Best Presentation Award:
PLMGPS INNO (Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School (Primary))
Most Innovative Solution Award:
GSP Team (Gongshang Primary School)
Selffix Best Design Award:
S.K.D.F (Mayflower Primary School)
Commendation Award:
– NVTPS (North Vista Primary School)
– CVPS1 (Compassvale Primary School)
– Changkateers (Changkat Primary School)
– Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary ICT (Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School)
– CHSP Group 2 (Catholic High School (Primary))
Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions not above? Get in touch with us!
Mr Koh Chong Peng, Teacher-in-Charge, at 65009580 (ext 287) or via email koh_chong_peng@moe.edu.sgMrs Jaslyn Ang, HOD Craft and Innovation (Covering), at 65009580 (ext 253) or via email chan_huaihui_jaslyn@moe.edu.sg
List of Participating Schools for 2024 Hackathon
| Gongshang Primary School | Northland Primary School |
| Mayflower Primary School | Nan Chiau Primary School |
| Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School (Primary) | Hougang Primary School |
| Anchor Green Primary School | Marsiling Primary School |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Red Swastika School |
| Montfort Junior School | Changkat Primary School |
| Edgefield Primary School | St Andrew Junior School |
| Admiralty Primary School | North Vista Primary School |
| Horizon Primary School | Kong Hwa School |
| Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School | Lakeside Primary School |
| River Valley Primary School | Catholic High School (Primary) |
| Qifa Primary School | Tanjong Katong Primary School |
| Sengkang Green Primary School | Yio Chu Kang Primary School |
| Springdale Primary School | Palm View Primary School |
| Fernvale Primary School | Compassvale Primary School |
| White Sands Primary School |
List of Participating Schools for 2024 Hackathon
| Gongshang Primary School | Northland Primary School |
| Mayflower Primary School | Nan Chiau Primary School |
| Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School (Primary) | Hougang Primary School |
| Anchor Green Primary School | Marsiling Primary School |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Red Swastika School |
| Montfort Junior School | Changkat Primary School |
| Edgefield Primary School | St Andrew Junior School |
| Admiralty Primary School | North Vista Primary School |
| Horizon Primary School | Kong Hwa School |
| Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School | Lakeside Primary School |
| River Valley Primary School | Catholic High School (Primary) |
| Qifa Primary School | Tanjong Katong Primary School |
| Sengkang Green Primary School | Yio Chu Kang Primary School |
| Springdale Primary School | Palm View Primary School |
| Fernvale Primary School | Compassvale Primary School |
| White Sands Primary School |
GPS
NPS
MFPS
HPS
AGPS
MPS
CCPS
RSS
MJS
CPS
EPS
SAJS
APS
NVPS
HPS
KHPS
PHPPS
LPS
RVPS
CHS
QPS
PLMGS
TKPS
SGPS
YCKPS
SPS
PVPS
FPS
CPS
WSPS
NCPS
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