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In Destination Imagination (DI), students work together in teams to solve open-ended STEAM challenges designed to teach the Creative Process. In going through this process, kids learn vital life and career skills—creative thinking, critical thinking, public speaking, and collaborative problem-solving—that help them feel empowered and set them up for success in their future. For more information, contact: info@dihq.org

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Find DI Near Me - Destination Imagination

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Each Affiliate administers the Challenge Experience locally and is responsible for organizing the tournaments within its geography.

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Teams of 1-6 high school students use spaghetti, lasagna, and hot glue (all supplied by Saint Vincent) to craft a structurally sound bridge that meets the competition requirements for size and weight.  On March 9th, the students bring their bridges to Saint Vincent and load them up with weights until they break!  The three teams whose bridges hold the most weight will receive awards. The current record-holder for this competition is 130.15 pounds! For more information, contact: derek.breid@stvincent.edu

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This exciting competition invites teams of 2-5 students to design creative builds in Minecraft that highlight innovation and sustainability while connecting to Pennsylvania’s future. For any questions, please contact esports@cciu.org.

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The Pennsylvania Invention Convention aims to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students. Participants engage in the invention process by identifying problems, developing prototypes, and presenting their ideas to judges. The competition is designed to promote STEM education and is open to students from public, non-public, charter schools, and home schools across Pennsylvania.

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To request a submission of an academic event or competition to be added to our listings, please complete this form. These regional, state, or national opportunities should be open to a wide range of students for registration on a large scale, not county specific or with limited availability.

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After completing the qualifying quiz and registering, individual students compete per their grade (K-3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th-10th,11th-12th), buzzing in and answering questions like a game show – participating in just one - or all three - bees. The top three scorers per grade earn medals - and the top 50% of students qualify for IAC's National Championships!

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K-12: Regional Competitions offered in Pittsburgh, Somerset, West Chester, and Newton - PA!

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Regionals Event Registration The National Science, History & Geography Bee Regionals (formerly Middle and Elementary School Regional Finals) are open to all grade levels with grade-based divisions for Elementary- and Middle-School students, plus Varsity and JV divisions for high school students. National History Bee & Bowl Regionals (formerly Varsity and Junior

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Encourages students to conduct historical research on topics of interest and present their findings through exhibits, documentaries, papers, and performances.

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National History Day in PA - Army Heritage Center Foundation

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National History Day is a year-long academic program focused on historical research, interpretation, and creative expression.

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The Pennsylvania Science Olympiad is a rigorous STEM team competition covering various science topics. School teams compete at regional, state, and national levels.

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The Fairchild Challenge is a free, multidisciplinary, standards-based environmental education outreach program designed to give high school, middle school and elementary school students an opportunity to creatively shine. By appealing to their innate sense of curiosity about the world around them, the Challenge invites students to investigate the thorniest environmental issues, devise imaginative and effective responses to these issues, and take action to address them.

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The Fairchild Challenge | Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Pittsburgh PA

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The Fairchild Challenge | Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Pittsburgh PA

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Join the STEM Design Challenge, an exciting engineering competition! In teams of 2 to 4, students put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test as they tackle a real-world challenge using K’Nex, and/or Engino. The top team at each regional event will earn a spot at the state competition in May!

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The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is excited to announce the 2026 Radon Poster Contest for students. Students ages 9-14 years old as of November 30 are encouraged to combine science and art by creating an educational poster that shows the physical aspects of radon, the harmful effects of indoor radon gas, or the importance of testing for radon in the home.

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Technovation Girls empowers girls ages 8–18 to become the next generation of tech entrepreneurs and changemakers. With support from mentors, teachers, and parents, teams of up to 5 students will brainstorm bold ideas, learn to code, and build mobile apps that tackle real-world problems they care about.

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Technovation Girls: Technology and Entrepreneurship for Girls

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Join Technovation Girls! Build a mobile app to solve a community problem and bring it to market. Learn to code, build a business, and pitch products.

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Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS)

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Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS)

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Open to students in grades 7-12, PJAS encourages scientific research and development. Students present STEM projects and compete at regional and state levels.

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Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) Official State website

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Teams of high school students compete in this environmental education competition focusing on natural resources, environmental science, and stewardship.

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Pennsylvania Envirothon - Educating high school students in natural resource and environmental sciences.

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Hundreds of teachers and professionals throughout Pennsylvania guide high school students through this natural resource environmental education program that combines classroom learning and outdoor activities. This exposure to nature and seeing how humans impact the natural world provide invaluable lessons for understanding ecosystems and our environment.

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The Sea Air and Land Challenge is a STEM initiative in which teams of high school or middle school aged students learn about the engineering process through the design and build of a robotic system.  The systems are then used to compete in challenges relevant to the Department of Defense which mimic missions encountered by the military, national security agencies and first responders.

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This is an art and poetry contest that happens every fall.

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This competition helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history through poetry recitation.

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David Barber is poetry editor of The Atlantic, where he has been a staff editor since 1994. Barber has taught writing and literature at Middlebury College, the Harvard Writing Program, MIT's Program in Writing and Humanistic Studies, and the Emerson College graduate writing program. He also writes on natural history, music, and art.

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Poetry Out Loud encourages the study of great poetry. The program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.

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Mock Trial is a courtroom simulation where students play witnesses and attorneys, learning about law, civics, and public speaking.

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One of the largest in the nation, the PBA/YLD Mock Trial Competition gives over 290 high school student teams from across the state the opportunity to act as lawyers and witnesses in simulated civil trials before actual judges and panels of juries. Lawyers volunteer to assist students as team advisors, scorekeepers and regional coordinators. Each year, the winning team goes on to represent Pennsylvania in the national competition.
COMPETITION INFORMATION
Nationals Competition State Competition

Watch the 2024 Mock Trial - Championship Trial Video Here

If you have any questions about the 2024 Mock Trial Competition, please contact Maria Engles at [email protected] .

To view past case materials click here.

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One of the largest in the nation, the PBA/YLD Mock Trial Competition gives over 290 high school student teams from across the state the opportunity to act as lawyers and witnesses in simulated civil trials before actual judges and panels of juries. Lawyers volunteer to assist students as team advisors, scorekeepers and regional coordinators.

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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) - PA Chapter

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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) - PA Chapter

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Prepares students for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and networking opportunities.

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FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant... Read more

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2026 National Civics Bee — an engaging and impactful competition designed to help middle school students deepen their civic knowledge, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and grow into active participants in our democracy.

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Public Service Announcement (PSA) Competition is a statewide challenge that encourages teams of students in 9th-12th grade to use their problem-solving, creative, and strategic-thinking abilities to solve real-world lifesaving challenges. Winners will be selected by members of the Organ Donation Advisory Committee (ODAC).

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The Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 (IU13), in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), is sponsoring the Public Service Announcement (PSA) Competition, a statewide challenge that encourages teams of students in 9th through 12th grade to use their problem-solving, creative, and strategic-thinking abilities to solve real-world lifesaving challenges.