PCHSS

Part of preparations for the First Annual Programming Cup for High School Students (PCHSS2016) to be held on April 2, 2016 at Haigazian University, The Division of Mathematical Sciences organized 2 training sessions. (March 9 and March 16)

Dr. Halaoui and Mr. Moukallid gave lectures about HTML programming. M.S. Access Programming and Visual Basic programming for around 50 High School students from around 20 schools.

The First Annual Programming Cup for High School Students

Haigazian University
Division of Mathematical Sciences
(Computer Science and Mathematics)


Dear Colleagues,

In attempt with its continuous support for innovation and creativity, the Division of Mathematical Sciences – DMS (Computer Science and Mathematics) at Haigazian University is proud to invite you to the first Annual Programming Cup for High School Students (PCHSS 2016).
The preliminary date for the contest is April 2, 2016.

This competition gives the student the opportunity to discover his/her ability to produce computer software. Through such an experience, new horizons are opened to the students. It also raises students’ awareness of Computer Science as a science rather than just a technology used by almost everyone.
Participants do not need to have any background knowledge of computer programming. However, participants must be in science section of Grade 12. Participants are expected to get engaged in all the activities provided during the training sessions and online.

For Detailed information about the Contest Please visit the following website:
www.haigazian.edu.lb/PCHSS2016

Contest Awards:
First Winner 50% scholarship + Smart Phone
Second Winner 40% scholarship + Smart Phone
Third Winner 30% scholarship + Smart Phone
Last 10 finalists will also be awarded

Preliminary (tentative) important Dates:
Registration Deadline: Thursday March 24, 2016
Event Date: Saturday April 2, 2016
Training Session 1: March 9, 2016 5:00 – 6:30 P.M.
Training Session 2: March 16, 2016 5:00 – 6:30 P.M.
Training Session 3: March 23, 2016 5:00 – 6:30 P.M.

For questions please contact Mr. Shant Estepan, Technical Assistant of the Computer Science and Mathematics Department, Email: [email protected] , Phone: 01353010 , extension 328.



Looking forward to hearing back from you.

Hatem F. Halaoui, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chairperson
Division of Mathematical Sciences (Computer Science and Mathematics)
Tel/Fax (961) 1 349230/1; 353010/1/2; ext 323

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