Student Challenges

Stem Design Challenge

Each fall, students are presented a challenge. They have until the competition date to design a prototype using K'Nex®. On the day of the event, they will have 2 hours to construct their prototype from scratch. Additionally, they must prepare a blueprint, maintain a design notebook, and deliver a 2-minute presentation to the judges.

Rules:

• Teams of up to 4 students (maximum)
• Prototype is to be built out of K’Nex®, up to 1400 pieces, using at least 1 motor.  String, tape & rubber bands are permitted.
• Middle School teams will need to complete a budget of the pieces used.

Regional competition will be held at IU5

April 1st, 2025 for Grades 4&5 and April 2nd, 2025 for Grades 6-8

Please e-mail studentprograms@iu5.org for more information.

PA Invention Convention Challenge

Governor’s STEM Challenge

All participants must submit to state-level 

Details can be found at Governor's Stem Challenge

Challenge 24

2025 Regional Math 24 Tournament

Students will compete in a 4 round tournament using the First In Math®, 24®Game.

• Round 1 – Single Digits
• Round 2 – Double Digits
•  Round 3 – Variables (Semi-Finals)
• Round 4 – Double Variables (Finals)

Regional competition will be held at IU5

May 19th, 2025 for Grades 4&5 and May 20th, 2025 for Grades 6-8

Please e-mail studentprograms@iu5.org for more information.

Esports League (NWPA Esports Network)