State Conference 2027
Competition Information
Middle School Competitive Events
Modifications to Competitions
Audio Podcasting MS
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This event will have an early submission component only. There will be no semifinal round.
Challenging Technology Issues MS
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There will be only one round of competition.
Children's Stories MS
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The documentation portfolio will be used to determine the top 24 who qualify to bring their storybook to the State Conference. The storybooks will be evaluated at the State Conference to determine the top 12 semifinalists.
Drone Challenge (UAV) MS
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All teams must submit their documentation portfolio during the early submission window. Teams that do will be invited to test their drone and interview during the State Conference.
On Demand Video MS
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Teams will have 24 hours instead of 36 hours to produce their video.
Robotics MS
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All teams will complete the testing of their robot and interview at the State Conference.
Solar Racer MS
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Depending on registration for this event, time trials may be skipped. The showcase display and model must be submitted during display check-in and may be picked up during the window listed on the conference schedule to be brought to the race track.
STEM Animation MS
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This event will have an early submission component only. There will be no semifinal round.