Drone Exploration Day

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, Jessup University’s San Jose office buzzed with excitement as students, families, and community members gathered for Drone Exploration Day – Discover the Skies. This event, themed around water exploration, was entirely organized by high school students who transformed the day into a unique blend of fun, learning, and social impact.

The highlight of the day was the Drone-a-thon, the first of its kind designed to showcase how drone technology can go beyond hobby flying and truly make a difference in the world.

After a warm welcome and keynote address, participants jumped into hands-on workshops where they learned the basics of drone flying and even tried FPV (First-Person View) drones. The high school organizers taught with great care and patience, guiding younger kids step by step. By lunchtime, even those flying for the very first time could confidently control a drone — and many of the children were not only proud of their new skills but also had a wonderful time, laughing, cheering, and discovering a deep curiosity for drones.

In the afternoon, the focus shifted to creativity and collaboration. Divided into three teams, participants brainstormed how drones could be applied to water-related challenges — from flood prevention to disaster relief and clean water monitoring. Each team then prepared a short presentation to share their innovative ideas.

The day concluded with a drone competition, where skill and teamwork came alive in thrilling aerial displays. The younger participants, coached by their high school mentors, impressed everyone with their quick learning and enthusiasm. Judges provided feedback and presented awards, recognizing both technical ability and the spirit of innovation on display.

Drone Exploration Day was about more than flying drones — it was about empowering young people to lead, to teach, and to imagine a future where technology serves communities. Watching kids not only master flight but also think critically about social impact — and seeing them fall in love with drones along the way — revealed the true promise of this next generation.

As the drones soared, so did the sense of possibility.