2026 Data Hack High - Sponsorship Request - Expression of interest - Industry Partners

### 🚀 Project Overview The **NSW Department of Education** is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from industry partners for the **2026 Data Hack High** event. This one-day hackathon-style initiative is designed to immerse high school students in real-world data literacy, analytical thinking, and computational problem-solving. The program aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry practice by exposing students to professional datasets and expert mentorship. ### 🛠️ Scope and Requirements Industry partners can participate through three primary sponsorship avenues: * **Co-design:** Collaborating with curriculum experts to develop data-driven challenges for student teams. * **Mentorship:** Providing expert data analysts to guide students during the event, either in person or virtually. * **Value-in-kind:** Offering prizes such as site visits, work experience opportunities, or specialized events. Mandatory requirements include membership in the **ICT Services Scheme (SCM0020)** for relevant categories and a commitment to sign a formal sponsorship agreement in accordance with Department policies. ### 🎯 Desired Outcomes The goal is to equip NSW public school students with transferable digital skills, inspire them toward careers in **software engineering** and **data science**, and foster collaboration between education and the private sector. This is a sponsorship opportunity rather than a standard procurement contract. ### 🔍 Key Search Terms Data Hackathon, STEM Education, Industry Sponsorship, Data Literacy, NSW Education, ICT Services Scheme, Student Mentorship, Digital Skills Development.