NC HS All-Stars is a dynamic STEM-focused experience designed for high school students across North Carolina. As part of The Carolina Games initiative, this one-day event brings together gaming, esports, and emerging technology to expose students to real-world career pathways in innovation, AI, cybersecurity, and the broader tech ecosystem.
Through industry-led panels, interactive breakout sessions, esports engagement, and hands-on networking opportunities, students will gain direct insight from corporate leaders and technology professionals — including featured partner Lenovo — on how gaming and technology translate into high-growth careers.
The experience includes career discussions, live Q&A sessions, gaming and esports trivia, curated breakout rotations, and a networking lunch designed to foster meaningful connections between students and industry leaders.
This event is exclusively for high school & College students across North Carolina, and all students under 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or approved adult chaperone.
Event Agenda
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Student Arrival, Check-In & Networking
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Welcome & Carolina Games Overview
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Careers, Innovation & Opportunity Panel
Presented by Lenovo
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Lenovo Q&A Session
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Gaming & Esports Trivia (Interactive + Prizes)
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Transition to Lunch & Breakout Rotations
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch, Gaming Lounge & Rotational Breakout Sessions
2:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Event Conclusion
For questions, partnership inquiries, or to coordinate group participation and transportation, please contact: da@bcgausa.org