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2			THE STLP SUPER SHEET: 2025-2026
3			What's it all about? ➜ This Google Sheet contains developing details on all of the competition categories available for the 2025-26 STLP year.									Last Update: 10/19/25
4			ONE STOP SHOP FOR ALL STLP RESOURCES	Recent Updates Highlighted in Yellow
10				RESOURCE		TYPE	DIVISIONS	RESOURCE LINK	INTENDED AUDIENCE	DESCRIPTION (Reference Rubric for Detailed Info)
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12	NEWS	GET RECOGNIZED		Start by letting us know about your STLP		School wide	K - 12th	VIEW FORM	One form completed annually per school	Each STLP school is asked to complete the online form to help us know where our active STLP groups are located, how many students are participating, etc.
13		GET RECOGNIZED		Complete the online form annually		School wide	K - 12th	VIEW FORM	One form completed annually per school	Annually completing the online form is a prerequisite for participation in any of the STLP Big 3 competitions (Regionals, CDA, and/or State).
14		UPDATES/NEWS		Important Dates for 2025-2026		Dates	ALL	LINK	WHOLE SCHOOL	Check out the complete STLP calendar for the year. This live sheet will update as new deadlines are determined.
15				STLP Discovery Hub		Info	ALL	LINK		This interactive dashboard streamlines the search for CDA and Challenge opportunities with integrated filters for a more efficient discovery experience!
16				QUICK LINK: STLP25 State Champions & Award Shows		News	ALL	LINK		Relive the excitement of #STLP25! Explore highlights, memorable moments, and celebrate all of our champions!
17				HAPPENING NOW! UPDATED CDA RUBRICS		CDA	ALL	SEE BELOW		CDA Rubrics are being re-written! Check them out below
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21				RESOURCE		TYPE	LINK	CREATOR	DISTRICT	DESCRIPTION
22	SPOTLIGHT	RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT		Level i Implementation Statement	Level i		LINK	Russ Hockenbury	Jefferson Co.	This is a great place to start the planning process for your Projects! Using the Level i implementation statements help students articulate 4 key compnents of their projects.
23				BETA/STLP/FBLA Overlapping Projects	BETA/STLP/FBLA		LINK	Megan Marcum	Bowling Green Ind.	Check out this awesome graphic showcasing the intersection of projects between BETA, STLP, and FBLA!
24				STLP CDA Categories Slideshow	CDA		LINK	Kelly Fischer	Fayette Co.	Shared from Kelly Fischer, DLC and STLP Lead for Fayette County Public Schools. Great resource for students and coaches to explore and discover CDA categories.
25				STLP Explore Board	Everything!		LINK	Jessica Holmes	Oldham Co.	This fantastic resource includes links to all things STLP! Find helpful links from Dates, State, and CDA, Challenges, and Projects!
26				STLP Padlet	Everything!		LINK	STLP Team	STLP Team	What tips and tricks would you have found helpful when starting/continuing your STLP program? Add your ideas to each of this Padlet!
27			PROJECT ACTIVITIES	CATEGORY				LINKS		DESCRIPTION
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29	STLP PROJECTS	LEVEL i PROJECTS		NEW! Project Planner: LEVEL i and LEVEL 1		Resource	ALL	LINK	N/A	The Project Planner is back! This new resource is intended to assist your groups while working through their Level i and Level 1 projects. More information will be made available on the 2025-26 STLP Project Toolkit
30		LEVEL i PROJECTS		Local Project Showcases to Pick Level 1 Teams		School/District	K - 12th		Every STLP	Level i Project stage occurs at the local level as a pitch fest to determine which project teams will be chosen to represent your school as part of the Level 1 Project presentations in November. See Project Toolkit for details.
31		LEVEL 1 PROJECTS		STLP Project Toolkit (with Level 1 Rubric)		Team	K - 12th	VIEW TOOLKIT	4 Projects per school	Students present their project plan/starting stages. Level 1 Project share LIVE to Judges via online conference. Share your project plans in a succinct report that gives a breif overview of project plan and current progress. Use guiding questions in updated rubric.
32				KY Academic Standards (Tech) Posters		N/A	K - 12th	GET POSTERS	N/A	STLP is built on the foundation of the required K-12 KY Academic Standards for Technology. Utilize these posters to make projects meaningful to student learning and tie Projects to standards.
33				KY Academic Standards (Tech) Posters		N/A	K - 12th	GET POSTERS	N/A		Click here to get your own STLP + KAS TECH Posters!
34				KY Academic Standards for Technology		N/A	K - 12th	GET STANDARDS	N/A	STLP is tied directly to KAS Technology. Since the new KY Technology Standards are to be taught at every grade level, use STLP activities to help meet those required standards...and maybe become a State Champion!
35				Resource: Access the STLP logo		N/A	K - 12th	ACCESS LOGOS	N/A	Access the STLP logo (in various forms, styles, and colors). The STLP logo should be displayed proudly in your presentation and presentation space.
36		LEVEL 1: REGIONALS		STLP25 Level 1 Project Registration		Due. 10/29	K - 12th	COMING SOON	Deadline Oct. 29	Register working project titles to reserve a spot for your teams before Nov. 19 deadline. Consult the STLP Project Toolkit for info about projects, dates, and resources
37				STLP25 Level 1: Regionals (Live online Nov. 19)		Team	K - 12th	COMING SOON	Live online Nov. 19	Level 1 Project team will meet remotely with Level 1 Judges and give their Progress Report (being sure to address each of the 7 Guiding Questions). Review Project Toolkit and Regionals Info page for guidance.
38				Submit "Not Yet" Replies		Due. 12/19	K - 12th	COMING SOON	LINK	If team qualifies, submit a brief response indicating what steps your team plans to take to implement Level 1 Judges feedback. "Not Yet" projects will be considered for advancement to L2 at STLP State.
39				2025 Regionals Info Page		Info	ALL	COMING SOON	VISIT	Important launch pad for Level 1 Projects. Learn about Regionals, register projects, view elevator pitch assignments.
40		MOVING TO LEVEL 2		Next steps for teams advancing to L2 at STLP State		N/A	K - 12th	VISIT	Register for L2 by 3/20	Congrats to all the project teams who have advanced to Level 2 judging at STLP State Championship. Level 2 is the semi-finalist level of the STLP Project Cycle. Be sure to review the Project Toolkit as you prep and register your teams before the deadline!
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42	SERVICE TEAMS	ENGINEERS/ AMBASSADORS		Service Team: Engineers/Ambassadors		Individual	9th-12th	GET INFO	2 candidates per school	Interview for position on STLP Engineers service team. Provide leadership and technical support at STLP State, KySTE Spring Conference. Review qualification carefully.
43		ENGINEERS/ AMBASSADORS		Service Team: Engineer/Ambassadors Application		Due. 11/1	9th-12th	OPENS AUG. 1	2 candidates per school	Submit info with links to resume, video, references, and completed documentation. Visit https://stlp.education.ky.gov/engineers for more information about the STLP E/A Team.
44		SERVICE TEAMS (Apply During CDA timeframe for Position at State)		Service Team: Block Code Crew		Individual	6th - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 may apply per school	Submit digital presentation with highlighting experience and sample work .Those selected will serve on Block Code Crew service team at STLP State.
45				Service Team: KyGoPlay Innovator		Individual	6th - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 may apply per school	Submit a video describing how they personally “play to learn” and how they exhibit a tolerance for ambiguity. STLP KyGoPlay Innovators will lead others to play and learn through challenge-based activities at STLP State.
47			YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES	CATEGORY				LINKS		DESCRIPTION
48	ALL YEAR ACTIVITIES	GET RECOGNIZED		Start by letting us know about your STLP		School wide	K - 12th	VIEW FORM	One form completed annually per school	Each STLP school is asked to complete the online form to help us know where our active STLP groups are located, how many students are participating, etc.
49		GET RECOGNIZED		Complete the online form annually		School wide	K - 12th	VIEW FORM	One form completed annually per school	Annually completing the online form is a prerequisite for participation in any of the STLP Big 3 competitions (Regionals, CDA, and/or State).
50		GET CONNECTED		Join KySTLP listserv		STLP Coach	All	SUBSCRIBE	N/A	The KySTLP listserv is a subscription based email group that allows STLP Coaches to crowd-source questions, ideas, etc. Take action to join or leave the listserv at your own discretion.
51				Follow STLP Kentucky on Facebook				FOLLOW		https://www.facebook.com/stlpkentucky
52				Follow STLPKY on Instagram				FOLLOW		https://www.instagram.com/stlpky/
53				Follow STLPKentucky YouTube Channel				SUBSCRIBE		https://www.youtube.com/@stlpkentuckyofficial
54				Follow @STLPKentucky on X/Twitter				FOLLOW		https://www.twitter.com/stlpkentucky
55		LEVEL UP (BADGES)		Display STLP Support badges		School wide	K - 12th	GET BADGES		Complete fun, learner centered, self-paced activities and/or challenges to collect Level Up badges. Along the way, explore new areas of STLP while engaging with the Kentucky Academic Standards for Technology, Computer Science and Library Media.
56				Earn "Achieve" type badges				VIEW BADGES	No limit	Earn recognition for creating artifacts that demonstrate learning or show evidence of participation in events that forward the mission of STLP. Example: register a project for a Regional event. Multiple Achievement Level Up badges available.
57				Earn "Collaborate" type badges				VIEW BADGES	No limit	Work with others to accomplish STLP goals. Example: Google Meet with another STLP to peer review project presentations. Multiple Collabortion Level Up badges available.
58				Earn "Contribute" type badges				VIEW BADGES	No limit	Create and share content, news, ideas, feedback as a way to connect STLP with your school, parents, community and peers. Multiple Contribute Level Up badges available.
59				Earn "Progression" type badges				VIEW BADGES	No limit	Level Up by earning cumulative badges. Example: compete in every catevgory of a Big 3 Event, like CDA. Multiple Progression Level Up badges are available.
60				Earn "Challenge" type badges				VIEW BADGES	No limit	Tackle new activity challenges within a limited timeframe. Challenge badges are available only during specific windows of time throughout the STLP year.
61		GOLD STATUS STLP		- At the end of the STLP year, apply online		School wide	K - 12th	GO FOR GOLD	1 application per school	Utilize the Gold Status application process as an activity for your STLP students. Let them work on the application as a team as an end-of-the-year activity.
62				- Apply this year for designation next year						Gold Status application deadline is near the end of the school year intentionally, as your STLP will reflect upon your activity over the current year to apply for Gold Status for next year.
63				- Two options: Retain Gold or Achieve Gold						"Retain" Gold Status is for STLPs with a current Gold Status designation. "Achieve" for STLP's that have allowed their Gold Status to lapse or are new to applying got Gold Status.
64				- "Retain" is for returning Gold Status groups						Maintaining your school's Gold Status is helpful. Current Gold Status schools have a greatly abbreviated application process when submitting to "Retain" as compared to "Request"
65				- "Achieve" is more in-depth application				VIEW RUBRIC		Letting your Gold Status lapse means your STLP will return the "Achieve" Gold Status application process.
66				- Both options require earning Level Up badges						Gathering Level Up badges is an important part of the Gold Status application process. The application will ask you identify how several of those badges were earned.
67				- Applications have student input/participation						The Gold Status application review process is lengthy and takes the whole of "summer vacation" to complete. Expect to learn if your STLP acheived Gold Status at the start of school.
68			CREATIVE DIGITAL ARTS ACTIVITIES	CATEGORY				LINKS		DESCRIPTION
69	CREATIVE DIGITAL ARTS	CREATIVE DIGITAL ARTS Visit bit.ly/cdacrosswalk to see major changes to categories for 2026		3D Design		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	For this project, you’ll make a 3D model of something from real life or create your own original design. You can use any 3D modeling software you like, but your final project must be accessible to judges without them having to sign into or download a program.
70				Book Cover		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this project, you’ll design your own version of a book cover for a book that’s already been published. But here’s the fun part: you’re not just changing the current cover—you’re reimagining it completely in your own creative way!
71				Line & Brush Design (formerly Digital Illustration)		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	A digital illustration is a piece of original artwork that you create using a drawing or art program on a computer, tablet, or website. You’ll draw everything yourself with your mouse, stylus, or even your finger—no clip art, no copied images, and no shapes from other places.
72				Digital Music Composition		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this project, you’ll use music software to write your own original song by entering the notes yourself—kind of like writing music on a digital sheet of paper. You’re not using loops or pre-made sounds—you’re creating the music from scratch using programs like Finale, Sibelius, Noteflight, or Flat.io.
73				Digital Music Manipulation		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	It’s all about creating music using computer programs and sounds that already exist in the software. You can: Add preset loops (short music clips), Change or mix those loops in new ways, Play with sound effects, Use tools to edit or twist the sounds (like changing pitch, speed, or adding echoes)
74				Digital Photograph		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this project, you're not just snapping a quick picture—you’re telling a story with your camera. A digital photograph is a photo you plan ahead and take on purpose. It shows emotion, action, or meaning—something more than just what’s in the picture
75				Digital Storytelling		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this project, your story is the star! You’ll write your own original story and then use digital tools to help bring it to life. You can add things like: Music, Voice narration, Photos, Drawings or illustrations, Sound effects, Video or animation, etc Remember—the writing comes first.
76				Infographic		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	An infographic is a fun and visual way to share facts or information. It uses things like: Pictures or symbols, Text and bold words, Charts or graphs, Maps or numbers
77				Logo Design		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this competition, you get to design your own logo! Your logo should include pictures, symbols, and words that you create yourself. You’ll use a computer program to put everything together and make a logo that shows off your ideas and message
78				Manipulated Image		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this project, you’ll take a digital photo or image and change it in creative ways to make something new and original! You can: Add filters, Draw or paint on top of the image, Use effects like blurring, smudging, or color changes, Combine parts of other images (with permission)
79				Motion Graphics (formerly Digital Element Design)		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	A Motion Graphic is a looping, animated image -- like a mini movie -- that uses motion to help share an idea, feeling or message. Often, Motion Graphics are also referred to as GIFs (although any file format is welcome in this category)
80				Multimedia Mash-Up		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	This competition is all about mixing different kinds of media to make something awesome and original!
81				Photo Journalism (formerly Digital Photo Essay)		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	Students will tell a complete story using only original photographs they have taken. Photo essays will utilize between 5 and 10 original photos to tell an impactful story...without words.
82				NEW Scratch Coding		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	Students will design, code, and submit an original Scratch game that is fun, interactive, and no more than 5 minutes long. Students will submit a link to the game as well as screen shots of their coding.
83				Screen Capture Tutorial		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	A screen capture tutorial is a short video where you show and teach someone how to do something on a computer by recording your screen. You can talk while you record, add text on the screen, or do both.
84				Shape & Layer Design		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	In this category, you won’t draw by hand or use a stylus. Instead, you’ll stack, layer, and arrange basic shapes, lines, colors, and text to build your image—kind of like building with digital blocks.
85				Animation: STOP MOTION		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	Using digital tools, students produced original animated shorts. Beginning in 2026, emphasis will rotate between Stop Motion (even years) and Cartoon (odd years). Check out these examples of student entries from last year; the first one would be a great odd year (Cartoon) entry while the second would be an entry for even (Stop Motion) years.
87				Data for Action		Team	6 - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	Special two part category: Stage 1 (CDA) - using specified sources, tell the story behind the data; Stage 2 (State) - present data based findings and recommend action
88				Documentary		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	Entries tell stories about a person, event, or a place from recent or past history. It may include some still images or other media but the majority should be motion footage.
89				ePublishing		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	Students publish digital materials for an authentic audience. Provide a URL link to a strong sample of how students are making publications for learning.
90				Feature Video		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	A Feature Video is a short piece used to inform or entertain the audience about a specific topic (of your choice).
91				Kentucky Travel: STLP Shops Local		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	Create a video that adds to the travel campaign: STLP SHOPS LOCAL. This year’s theme is a chance to showcase a local business in your community. A new startup or a business that’s been around generations, let’s celebrate Kentucky’s entrepreneurs. Maybe you showcase what they are selling, maybe you can even interview the owners and talk about their history. However you choose to go about this, let’s recognize the best small business in your community!
92				Media Literacy Awareness: Who or What Can You Trust		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	Misinformation is everywhere—but so are the tools to uncover the truth. In this category, student teams become digital detectives, using their creativity and critical thinking to investigate misinformation and teach others how to do the same.
93				Minecraft: Block by Block- Hometown of the Future		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	What will your hometown look like 100 years from now? In this project, you’ll imagine life in a century—and then bring it to life using Minecraft! You’ll think like a futurist, architect, and city planner to redesign your hometown with advanced technology, eco-friendly systems, and awesome futuristic features. Then you’ll build your version of Hometown 2125 in Minecraft, showcasing the layout, buildings, transportation, and creative upgrades you dream up.
94				Podcast		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	Create and share an original podcasting series using a variety of hosting options.
95				PSA Video		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	2 entries per school	The Public Service Announcement (PSA) video should market a product or idea and be persuasive. It meets the precise time limit of 15, 30, or 60 seconds (including credits). Can be video or audio.
100		CREATIVE DIGITAL ARTS: RESOURCES		KET Media Arts Toolkit		Resources	K - 12th	VIEW TOOLKIT	Whole School Resource	Great connections to CDA categories with thanks from partners at KET Education. Find tips on how to start creating media and learn how artists are using media in their artworks.
101				Creative Digital Arts Categories slide deck (*from 2025)				VIEW SLIDES		Shared from Kelly Fischer and Emily Tighe, DLC's and STLP Leads for Fayette County Public Schools. Great resource for students and coaches to explore and discover CDA categories.
102				State Champion Archive				VIEW		Get inspriation from the Digital Product Champions from the past STLP State Championship. View these champs as samples of CDA categories.
103			STATE CHAMPIONSHIP ACTIVITIES	CATEGORY				LINKS		DESCRIPTION
104	Multi-Stage Challenges	NEW: Multi-Stage State Challenges first round of competition is a CDA entry, finals live at state		Data for Action		Team	6 - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	Stage 1 (CDA) - using specified sources, tell the story behind the data; Stage 2 (State) - present data based findings and recommend action
105				Newscast		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 entry per school	If your school has a news program, let us know more about it. Sign up and show off your news show prowess! Step 1 is CDA, and step 2 is presenting at state
106				MS Drone Challenge		Team	4th - 8th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 team per school	The Middle School STLP Drone Challenge is a competition where students showcase their skills in piloting and programming drones to complete specific tasks and challenges.
107				Shoutcasting Challenge		Team of 2	6th - 8th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 prequalified team	This is a dynamic team of 2 challenge where students submit a pre-qualification video to earn the chance to provide live commentary for a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament at the State Championship, showcasing their game knowledge, communication, and storytelling skills.
108				Sphero Hero Goes to the Movies		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 team per school	Teams step into the role of filmmakers by creating an original story and bringing it to life with their Sphero robot. Students design a “movie set” obstacle course, code their Sphero to act as part of the cast and present their story through live narration and performance.
109				UK Engineering: Minds on Innovation		Team	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 team per school	Thinking about problems and finding solutions are part of the engineering world. Have a team create an original idea, products, or processes which solve a problem. Share with judges.
110				Website Design Challenge		Individual	K - 12th	VIEW RUBRIC	1 student per school	One student creates a website focusing on design and creativity. This challenge requires a website to be created prior to State. Websites will be presented to judges at State. Category is a BYOD event.
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112	STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - APRIL 24, 2026	STLP STATE		START HERE: STLP26 State Championship Info Page				STLP.LIVE		Get information on this year's State Championship in Lexington on April 24, 2026. Review the 3 main events: Projects, Digital Products and Challenges on the #STLP26 Info Page.
113				STLP25 State Champs		#STLP25		REVIEW STLP25		Review the 2025 STLP State Champions. Link to the recordings of the STLP Award Shows.