FROM CONCEPT
TO CAREER
A year-long professional development pipeline for high schoolers in Douglasville, GA and surrounding areas.
Build hardware. Deploy AI. Compete in the arena. Showcase to the world. Four experiences — each standalone, all connected — that transform students into engineers, developers, and entrepreneurs with portfolio projects, industry credentials, and college-ready narratives.
The Full-Stack Student
Four experiences create a complete skill set no single workshop can deliver. Join one or all — each stands on its own.
Physical
AeroCraft™
Aerospace Engineering & Hardware
Digital
AI Hackathon
Software Development & AI
Strategic
Gaming Tournament
Teamwork & Systems Thinking
Professional
World Tech Day
Public Speaking & Entrepreneurship
Your Innovation Menu
Each experience is independent — join one or all. Every experience has limited spots, requires a separate application, and fills on a first-come, first-served basis.
AeroCraft™ Engineer Flight
20 Seats. 20 Drones. 1 Goal.
Individual enrollment · First come, first served · Separate application required
Build a $250+ modular UAV from scratch, earn your FAA TRUST certification, and master the mechanics of aerospace engineering. Teachers: nominate your top students to guarantee a seat.
AI Hackathon + Fellowship
10 Teams. Solo or Squad. Build the Future.
1–3 students per team · First come, first served · Separate application required
Build AI-powered applications from scratch. Apply as a pre-made team (up to 3) or as a solo builder to be matched. Only 10 team slots — applying as a full team of 3 increases your chances of securing a slot.
Build Champions Tournament
The Pro Roster. 10 Competitors. Elite Only.
Individual enrollment · First come, first served · Separate application required
The most exclusive experience — only 10 seats. Open to all high schoolers on a first-come, first-served basis. Compete, broadcast, analyze, and earn Varsity Letterman status.
World Tech Day
The Grand Showcase. Open to All.
All participants, families & community welcome · First come, first served · Separate application required
The community celebration of innovation. Students from any Build Series experience can demo their projects to 500+ industry professionals, community partners, and college recruiters. Open to all — no cap on attendees.
Secure Your Spot
Each experience is a separate program with its own application. Join one, two, or all four — it's up to you.
Browse the Series
Review the four experiences. Each is independent — join any experience that interests you.
Apply Individually
Each experience requires its own application. Links will be posted when registration opens — first come, first served.
Secure Your Spot
Once an experience hits its limit (20, 10, or 10 seats), a waitlist opens automatically. Apply early.
Limited Space Disclaimer
The Build Series features 4 independent experiences under one program umbrella. Each requires a separate application. Students may participate in one or all four, provided space is available. Admission is first-come, first-served — participants may differ across experiences. Once an experience is full, a waitlist will be available.
Beyond the Weekend
We don't just build and walk away. Projects started in our experiences receive ongoing industry mentorship.
The 12-Month Incubator
College admissions officers don't want another weekend participation certificate. They want a year-long commitment narrative. Here's what the full pipeline delivers:
Monthly 1-on-1 mentorship from industry professionals
Product iteration cycles with real user feedback
Business model development & go-to-market strategy
Legal compliance & intellectual property education
Portfolio documentation for Common App & LinkedIn
Live demo at World Tech Day in front of 500+ attendees
Standard Workshop vs. Build Series
Hosted by RITE — Open to Local High Schools
We host the Build Series in-house at our Community Innovation Center. Schools, parents, and students are welcome to request more information or sign up directly.
Community Innovation Center — Douglasville, GA
All Build Series events are hosted at our flagship location in partnership with Angels In Progress Academy. Open to high school students in Douglas County and surrounding metro Atlanta areas.
Industry-Backed, Not Instructor-Only
Students learn directly from aerospace engineers, AI developers, and esports professionals — not just classroom teachers.
Digital Credentials
Industry-recognized badges and certificates students can add to LinkedIn, college applications, and resumes.
The Mentor Promise
Every phase includes access to working professionals — the people actually building the future.
STEAM Thru Drones
Industry leader in K-12 aerospace education — certified aviation instructors with real-world pilot experience
AI Industry Mentors
Working software engineers and AI researchers from Atlanta-area companies
Esports Professionals
Collegiate and professional gaming experts, stream engineers, and content strategists