2026 Silicon Valley Series · Virtual via Zoom

Code with Character.
Lead with Strength.

The Ultimate Summer Sprint for Middle & Early High Schoolers

Equipping the next generation with technical agency and world-class influence. Build AI that serves; master leadership that lasts.

Why This Series?

"In an AI-driven world, technical skills are the baseline literacy—but human-centered leadership is the premium value."

  • Hands-on building with Google AI Studio
  • Interactive role-play leadership scenarios
  • Character formation & ethical grounding

Future-Proofing

Transition your student from a "Consumer" to a "Solution Proposer." We replace popularity-seeking with influence-building.

3 Hours Per Day · Interactive Zoom

Module 1:
AI Problem Solving

June 8 – 11

Technical work as the vehicle for character formation. Students work in two-track teams (Builders & PMs) to solve real human problems.

Technical Tracks:

Track A: Implementation & Architecture
Track B: Empathy, Research & Narrative

Day 1: Discover & Empathize

"Serve one another humbly in love" — Gal. 5:13

Find problems worth solving—grounded in care.
Story: Samaritan’s Purse tech coordination.
"Mystery Envelope" Curiosity Hook challenge.
Miro Persona mapping & peer interviews.

Day 2: Define & Prototype

"The Lord establishes their steps" — Prov. 16:9

Story: Russ Gremel—stewardship and patience.
Scaffolding app data models with Google AI Studio.
"The Worst App Ever" design-reversal hook.
Crazy-8s sketches & 3-panel digital storyboards.

Day 3: Build MVP & Test

"Work at it with all your heart" — Col. 3:23

Mandatory Ethics Check: Who could this harm?
Story: NASA’s Katherine Johnson—excellence in secret.
"One Feature Olympics" usefulness voting.
Modify AI logic snippets & run usability tests.

Day 4: Pitch & Launch

"Use whatever gift you have received to serve" — 1 Pet. 4:10

Launch as a public act of character.
Story: Makoto Fujimura—beauty as service.
"Shark & Shepherd" Showcase—defending tech and heart.
90-second video demo + 2min impact statement.

Module 2:
Leadership Module

June 15 – 18

Moving from "Popularity" to "Influence." Mastering the practical executive communication and ownership skills required to lead teams.

3 Hours/Day · Interactive Discussion · Role Play

Day 1: Foundations

Core Theory Influence is not authority; leadership exists without a title.
Traits Decisiveness, Resilience, Decisiveness, Integrity.
Popularity vs Leading Making unpopular decisions for long-term success.
Ownership Tell Manager (proposes solutions) vs Ask Manager (waits).
Critical Thinking Analyzing assumptions & observing facts.

Day 2: Influence & Development

Credibility Influence comes from helps others succeed.
Awareness Personality awareness at every level.
Delegation Giving authority with responsibility; creating more leaders.
Coaching Asking questions instead of giving answers.

Day 3: Leading Teams

Accountability Clear expectations, metrics, and regular follow up.
Ambiguity Leading when goals are unclear; experimental iteration.
Boundaries Pushing stretch assignments and supporting risk-taking.
Backgrounds Respecting and using diverse perspectives as strengths.

Day 4: Communication

Active Listening Paraphrasing key points & clarifying questions.
Conflict Difficult conversations: Issues, perspective, next steps.
Collaboration Psychological safety and shared goal framing.
Evidence Influence through clear framing and evidence-based discussion.

Investment

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$249

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