Capitol STEM Challenge | Saturday, November 2, 2024

Students will build a database that will keep an inventory of items related to fun topics. For example, a CD or toy collection, etc. Then, participants will work in clusters with assigned student helpers to guide them through the implementation. This will be competitive in terms of turnover and delivery of a working database. The participants will present their work. The scoring will be based on time, quality, and clarity.
Space limited to 20 students

Students will be challenged to design and build a free-standing structure with materials provided, with a clock ticking.
Space limited to 20 students

Students will be given lessons on how to safely fly a drone. The session will then transition into competitive drone racing for prizes. (Weather dependent).
Space limited to 20 students

Students will participate in a cutting edge CTF with challenges of increasing difficulty. The event was designed by, and will be led by, our own Cyber Competition Team, Signal-9.
Space limited to 24 students with no online option

Students will tour the observatory and engage in activities such as safely observing the sun and visible planets. Students learn how to how to analyze captured observatory data to identify meteors and identify constellations.
Space limited to 24 students

Students will be tasked with creating and piloting a flight simulation using the provided tools.
Space limited to 20 students

Students will be challenged to assemble their own rocket and launch it high into the sky.
Space limited to 20 students

Students will be tasked with building and demonstrating an Al-driven project using the provided resources, all within a set time limit. 

Space limited to 20 students

Students will dive into a thrilling escape room adventure, solving math puzzles and challenges to unlock the way out.
Space limited to 20 students

Lunch will be provided.

Witness the excitement as we launch larger rockets and balloons in this thrilling demonstration! Perfect for students eager to see science in action, this event showcases impressive launches and explores the principles behind them.

Join us as we wrap up an incredible day of STEM challenges and demonstrations. Reflect on your achievements, celebrate your successes, and say farewell to new friends and mentors. We look forward to seeing the amazing things you'll accomplish in the future. Thank you for being a part of this unforgettable experience!