Franklin County funds Tech Corps hackathon to prepare 225 students for AI-era computing
Sep 9, 2026
The board approved a $100,000 grant to Tech Corps Ohio to run a hackathon for approximately 225 high-school students focused on responsible use of AI and computational thinking; Tech Corps will hold the event at Afrocentric High School and provide outreach materials for recruitment.
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Franklin County approved a $100,000 grant Sept. 8 to Tech Corps Ohio to host an annual hackathon that will serve roughly 225 high‑school students across the county. Andrina Austin, director of Economic Engagement and Community Development, said the program supports workforce development goals and the county’s Rise Together blueprint.
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