Location: ZONE C EDUCATION CAFE |
Come join a discussion about parenting young makers. A panel of parents will share stories, challenges, and advice. We look forward to hearing from you about your experiences encouraging the young makers in your life!
Marie Bjerede is a #makermom, citizen advocate for education transformation, and recovering high-tech executive. She runs education and technology projects that explore student ownership of their own learning - including organizing a group of young makers in the West Linn, OR area who sew soft circuits and design wearable electronics.
Julie Hudy, the inaugural "Maker Mom" is the proud mother of young Maker, Joe Hudy, and her creative teen daughter, Elizabeth. Julie enjoys networking with her Maker friends and supporting the inventive spirit of our youth. Earlier this year Julie and her husband had the privilege of taking their son, Joe, to the White House Science Fair. Julie enjoys crafting, origami, and attending Maker Faires.