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 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Please e-mail studentprograms@iu5.org for more information.
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 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00p.m.
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
Esports League (NWPA Esports Network)
For more information on starting an Esports team or connecting with the network, click the links to email or call Joy Shaffer
