STEM Challenge 2020

With some schools going back to remote learning, we have decided to extend the deadline to November 6th. If you have completed it, please fill out the google form ASAP. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sTPP5c8bnem8PclghqjD_97Sx4F72OWaCId_XcpdLKU/edit

Yes, it can be cut and used however you would like. This question has been asked and answered here on the blog. Remember to view both pages of questions by clicking on “Next page” at the bottom.

Yes, as long as it is Duct Tape and is the standard size, it is fine. The more colorful the better!

The wicket is the target you are shooting towards. That may not be taped to anything. It must rest on the floor and be built as shown. You can tape your device to the cardboard sheet.

Yes, a team member does not have to be the one filming. Feel free to recruit a teacher, parent, or friend.

For tp rolls, we can split the cost if you only use one. The wording is a little tricky in the materials list. You could use up to 4 tp rolls, for a total of 18 points. If you only use one tp roll, that would = 4.5 points. We will round up to 5 points so we only have whole numbers.

Yes, any items can be cut or divided. The items still cost full value whether or not you use all of them or part.

Yes! Teamwork is encouraged to score as many points as possible. You may use all 3 or 4 of your members to retrieve, reset, launch, cheer, and make adjustments during your test.

No, your device must be free-standing and stay on the base or floor for the entire 3 minutes. You may use one hand to help hold it in place while activating the device with the other hand, but it can’t be picked up and must stay standing if let go.

Great question! We will consider the large sticks equal to two small sticks. Instead of using 10 smalls, you may use 5 large craft sticks, or a combination of the two. Example, 2 large + 6 small = 10 total.