ROUNDUP: Back to School Technology
Posted on August 13, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
We’re proud to introduce a new feature to our blog- Roughly every-other-week-or so, we’ll highlight some of our favorite blog posts from around the Internet. “Why?”, you ask. Well, because we like you. We also like the opportunity to share information that’s helpful and relevant, as well as introduce you to new blogs to add [...]
PROFILE: Derek Low & BRAD (Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm)
Posted on August 9, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
Berkeley College Freshman Derek Low is a decided to make his dorm room as automated as possible, with pretty hilarious and amazing results. He’s got automated drapes, an automated romantic mode, and an automated “Emergency party mode.” He’s also got voice control, an app, and a fog machine. Derek grew up in Singapore, and [...]
IDEA: The Educational Benefits of Blogging
Posted on July 30, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
Blogging is not just fun but also educational! Through blogging, children can build writing skills, become better researchers, develop better communication skills, and explore a wealth of topics that interest them. In fact, the research that goes with creating an interesting blog may fuel a child’s desire to learn more about a topic or explore [...]
CAMP: Maker Camp- Virtual Camp for Teens
Posted on July 28, 2012 by adam · 1 Comment
Maker Camp is a virtual summer camp that started on July 16 on Google+. Sponsored by Make magazine, the camp aims to involve teenagers in creating, building and discovery using digital tools. Maker Camp is free and open to all. It’s designed for kids ages 13-18, but there’s nothing prohibiting adults from joining in as well. You’ll need a profile on Google+ to [...]
Digital Family Summit Sunday — Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead
Posted on July 10, 2012 by Laurie · Leave a Comment
Saturday night at Digital Family Summit ended with a beautiful fireworks show courtesy of the city of Philadelphia’s 4th of July celebration, as well as a super fun Pink Carpet Party sponsored by Gillette/Venus, that had kids and parents dancing into the night. Attendees were still up bright and early Sunday, though, for breakfast (sponsored [...]
Digital Family Summit Saturday
Posted on July 10, 2012 by Laurie · Leave a Comment
Saturday at Digital Family Summit was a nerve center of creativity and excitement, as the kids and parents — along with speakers and sponsors — came together for a full day of panels, hands-on workshops, and keynote addresses. Tereza Nemessanyi, founder and CEO of the advice site Honestly Now, spoke to Digital Family morning keynote [...]
Inc. Magazine writes about Tech camps
Posted on July 8, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
Article just published in Inc. Magazine mentions three tech camps, two of them in Philadelphia. Although they don’t mention our summit, they easily could have, as all of the camps mentioned have the same basic goals as the Digital Family Summit- empowering kids and their families to live and work together in the digital world. [...]
Digital Family Summit Friday: Find Your Thing and Just Dance
Posted on July 1, 2012 by Laurie · Leave a Comment
The first Digital Family Summit got off to a great start Friday in Philadelphia, as parents and kids from all over the country gathered to explore their work as families of digital creators. Founders Stephanie Schwab and Jennie Baird greeted the crowd and introduced first speaker Dawn Borglund, Brand Manager at digital marketing agency Rise. Dawn spoke about [...]
SPEAKER INTERVIEW: Sheila Bernus Dowd
Posted on June 22, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
This is a series of interviews with the speakers of Digital Family Summit, June 29-July 1.Read all of the speaker interviewsSee a list of our speakersSee our full scheduleRegister for the conference Sheila Bernus Dowd is a serial entrepreneur, visionary, community builder, and speaker, Sheila leads Clever Girls Collective‘s overall vision and strategic alliances. Clever Girls Collective [...]
SPEAKER INTERVIEW: Tori Molnar
Posted on June 21, 2012 by adam · Leave a Comment
This is a series of interviews with the speakers of Digital Family Summit, June 29-July 1.Read all of the speaker interviewsSee a list of our speakersSee our full scheduleRegister for the conference Tori Molnar is the fifteen year old President and CEO of Utoria, LLC. Utoria is a unique business opportunity where young women can come to [...]
