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EventDescriptionLevelTypeTeam SizeLink to theme if applicable Link to competition updateEligible Participants per Chapter at StateEligible Participants per Chapter at NationalsState Advisor Approved EventProof of Participation SubmissionOnline Preliminary Submission Required Submit by 2/15/27In Person ImpoundPreliminary RoundSemifinalist RoundDuration of Presentation / Interview or ChallengeOn-Site Event Format Summary See guide for more details (SY 26-27)Additional materials participants expected to bring
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AnimatronicsParticipants demonstrate knowledge of mechanical and control systems by designing, fabricating, and controlling an animatronics device that will communicate, entertain, inform, demonstrate and/or illustrate a topic, idea, subject, or concept. Sound, lights, and a surrounding environment must accompany the device.HSTeam2-3ThemeUpdate--three (3) teams of two to three (2-3) team members per state--ProductIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 MinutesStudents present thier product to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their model and presentation/interview based on the given rubric.
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Architectural DesignParticipants develop a set of architectural plans and related materials in response to an annual architectural design challenge and construct a physical, as well as a computer-generated model, to accurately depict their design. Participants must demonstrate an understanding of and aptitude for architectural design, the development of plans, modeling techniques and practice, and the awareness of the role that the built environment can play in human behavior and interactions.HSTeam2-4ThemeUpdate--two (2) teams of two to four (2-4) members per state; individual entries are permittedModel drawings-Portfolio, ModelIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 MinutesStudents present thier product to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their model, portfolio, and presentation / interview based on the given rubric.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) (New)Participants demonstrate their knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts, models, and best practices by completing a test in order to qualify for the semifinals. Semifinalist teams demonstrate 21st century skills through participating in solving onsite problems using a GenAI tool. Completed solutions are objectively measured to .determine the best solution for the stated problem.HSTeam2-Update-one (1) team of two (2) individuals per chapter----ExamOn-Site Challenge75 MinutesStudents will use GenAI to solve onsite problems. Laptop, charged with power cable, with open access to Wi-Fi and Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox
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Audio PodcastingParticipants use digital audio technology to create original content for a podcast piece that addresses the annual theme. The podcast must feature high level storytelling techniques, voice acting, and folly sound effects; the full entry must include documentation of the podcast development process and elements. Semifinalists participate in an interview.HSTeams2-6ThemeUpdateone (1) team of two to six (2-6) members-three (3) teams per state; individual entries are permittedPodcast script draftPodcast URL, PortfolioOnline Judge EvaluationOn-Site Podcast (36 Hour Submission)-Students submit their product. Prompt is released 36 hours before submission deadline through email to advisor and in JudgePro. Students have 36 hours to film and edit a video given the directions in the prompt and submit for judging. Recording equipment
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Automated Manufacturing Systems Systems Control TechnologyApplying leadership and 21st century skills, participants collaborate to engineer and prototype an automated manufacturing system to solve a production problem. Teams analyze the prompt, build a sensor-based mechatronic solution, program the automation logic, document the mechanical and software design, and create instructions for judges to operate the system.HSTeam2-3-Update--two (2) teams of two to three (2-3) members per state----Challenge3.25 hours Student report to the event and are given a prompt. Students will have the alloted time detailed in the event guide to complete the challenge. Student present their solution to judges at the end of the challenge time. Judges eveluate the solution on the given rubric. Laptop and cables, Tool box
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Biotechnology DesignParticipants select a contemporary biotechnology problem that reflects the theme for the year. Participants demonstrate understanding of the topic through documented research, the development of a solution, a display (including an optional model or prototype), and an effective multimedia presentation.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate-one (1) team per chapter---Portfolio, DisplayIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 MinutesStudents impound their display, and report for a presention / interview with judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their display, portfolio, and presentation / interview based on the given rubric.
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Board Game DesignParticipants develop, build, and package a board game that focuses on the subject of their choice. The game should be interesting, exciting, visually appealing, and intellectually challenging. Each team will have to design the packaging, instructions, pieces, and cards associated with creating and piloting a new board game. Semifinalists for the event will set up the game, demonstrate how the game is played, and explain the game’s features.HSTeam2-4-Updateone (1) team of two to four (2-4) members-three (3) teams of two to four (2-4) individuals per stateThemes and Outlines-Portfolio, ProductIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview20 MinutesStudents present thier product to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their model and presentation/interview based on the given rubric.
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Chapter TeamParticipants take a written parliamentary procedures test in order to qualify for the semifinals, in which they complete an opening ceremony, items of business, parliamentary actions, and a closing ceremony within a specified time period.HSTeam6-Update-one (1) team of six (6) members per chapter----ExamBusiness Meeting15 MinutesStudents will perform a business meeting including placing the flag, following an opening script, reporting the treasurers report, and utilizing other Robert's Rules of Order (making/amending/seconding motions, tableing agenda items etc.), and following a closing script. Judges will score their business meeting based on the given rubric. Teams will be required to turn in their treasurers report and meeting minutes (taken by the secretary) at the end of the meeting. Judges will score their business meeting based on the given rubric. Uniformed Attire
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Children's StoriesParticipants create an illustrated children's story of high artistic, instructional, and social value. The narrative may be written in prose or poetry and take the form of a fable, adventure story, or other structure. The physical story book should be of high quality and designed to reflect the theme for the year. The story must have a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) focus.HSTeam/
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1-6ThemeUpdateone (1) team or individual-three (3) teams or three (3) individuals per stateStoryboard-Portfolio, StorybookIn-person Judge EvaluationReading, Interview17 MinutesStudents impound their storybook, and report for a reading and interview with judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their children's book, portfolio, and presentation / interview based on the given rubric.
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Computer Aided Design CAD ArchitectureParticipants use complex computer graphic skills, tools, and processes to develop representations of architectural subjects, such as foundation and/or floor plans, and/or elevation drawings, and/or details of architectural ornamentation or cabinetry.HSIndividual1-Update--two (2) individuals per state----Challenge 4.5 Hours +On-site Challenge in which students will be provided a prompt, and have 4 hours to complete the required models to best fit the prompt. Students will show to judges and upload solutions to judge pro after the 4 hour period, or when they are finished. Judges will score their model based on given rubric. Laptop and cables
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Computer Aided Design CAD EngineeringParticipants use complex computer graphic skills, tools, and processes to develop three-dimensional representations of engineering subjects such as a machine part, tool, device, or manufactured product.HSIndividual1-Update--two (2) individuals per state----Challenge 4.5 Hours +On-site Challenge in which students will be provided a prompt, and have 4 hours to complete the required models to best fit the prompt. Students will show to judges and upload solutions to judge pro after the 4 hour period, or when they are finished. Judges will score their model based on given rubric. Laptop and cables
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Cybersecurity (New)Applying leadership and 21st century skills, participants respond to a cybersecurity challenge by identifying a breach in computer security via “Capture the Flag” games. Areas of challenge might include exploit development, digital puzzles, cryptography, reverse engineering, binary analysis, mobile security, etc. Participants must accurately address a series of on-site problems within a specified, limited amount of time.HSTeam2-4-Update-one (1) team of two to four (2-4) members per chapter; one (1) entry per team-----Challenge 48 HoursStudents will have 48 hours to complete a series of challenges where scores will be recorded and shown in real time. Laptop and cables
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Data Science and AnalyticsParticipants collect data, conduct an analysis of the data, and make a prediction about the outcome. Participants document and summarize their research within a scientific poster and present their findings. Semifinalist teams create a digital visual representation of their data using a platform of their choice, and present.HSTeam2ThemeUpdate--three (3) teams of two (2) individuals per state; individual entries are permittedPoster Draft PlanPortfolioPosterPresentationDesign Challenge10 Minutes, 2 Hours Students impound their poster, and report for the onsite challenge at the time in the schedule. Students will have 2 hours to complete the on-site challenge. Judges will score the poster, portfolio, presentation, and design challenge based on the given rubric. Laptop and cables
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Debating Technological IssuesParticipants work together to prepare for a debate against a team from another chapter. The teams will be instructed to take either the pro or con side of a selected subtopic.HSTeam2ThemeUpdate--three (3) teams of two (2) individuals per state---Debate 20 minutesStudents will report to recieve their subtopic and pro/con designation at given time in the schedule. Students will be expected to follow debate ettiquette provided in the guide. Judges will score the debate based on the given rubric.
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Digital Video ProductionParticipants develop a digital video (with sound) that reflects the theme for the year.HSTeam/ Individual1-6ThemeUpdateone (1) team or individual-three (3) teams or three (3) individuals per stateStoryboardPortfolio, VideoOnline Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview 5 minutesStudents submit their product, and report for an interview with judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score their product, portfolio, and presentation / interview based on the given rubric.
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Dragster DesignParticipants design, produce a working drawing for, and build a CO2-powered dragster.HSIndividual1ThemeUpdate-two (2) individuals per chapter-Brainstorming drawings-DragsterTime Trails / Safety InspectionInterviewHeat ScheduleStudents impound their dragster to determine compliance. Compliant dragsters will be tested in time trials. Depending on number of submissions, dragsters may also compete in a single elimination heat round. Students will report to dragster track for interviews and to collect their dragster.
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Drone ChallengeParticipants design, build, assemble, document, and test fly an open-source Unmanned Arial Vehicle (UAV) according to the stated annual theme/problem specifications. The required documentation portfolio must include elements such as a photographic log, wiring schematics, and a description of the programming software used. Semifinalists participate in an interview.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate--three (3) teams teams of two to six (2-6) members per stateBrainstorming drawings-Drone, PortfolioTime TrailsFlight45 minutesStudents report to the drone area at the time in the schedule. Drones will be tested for stafey and compliance. Compliant drones will attempt the obstacle course flight. Judges will score team portfolios and flight based on the given rubric. Tool Box, Fire Blankets
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Engineering DesignParticipants develop a solution to a National Academy of Engineering Grand Challenge that is posted on the national TSA website. The solution offered will be informed and designed by precise problem definition—thorough research, creativity, experimentation (when possible)—and the development of documents and appropriate models (mathematical, graphical, and/or physical prototype/model). Semifinalist teams present and defend their proposed solution to a panel of judges.HSTeam2-4ThemeUpdate--five (5) teams of two to four (2-4) individuals per statePrototype/Poster draft-Portfolio, DisplayIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview15 minutesStudents impoud their display and present thier solutions to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score the display and presentation/interview based on the given rubric.
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Extemporeaneous SpeechParticipants verbally communicate their knowledge of technology or TSA subjects by giving a speech after drawing a card on which a technology or TSA topic is written.HSIndividual1-Updatetwo (2) individuals-three (3) individuals per state----Speech 15 minutes + 5 minutes Students report at the time they signed up for. Students will choose three subtops and must choose one to speak about. Students are given 15 minutes to prepare their speech and five minutes to give their speech. Judges evaluate speech based on the given rubric.
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Fashion Design and TechnologyParticipant’s research, design, and create a portfolio and wearable prototype that reflect the theme for the year. Semifinalist teams participate in a presentation.HSTeam2-4ThemeUpdate--five (5) teams of two to four (2-4) individuals per statePrototype drawings-Portfolio, PrototypeIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 minutes Students impoud their prototpye and present it to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score the prototype, portfolio, and presentation/interview based on the given rubric.
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Flight EnduranceParticipants analyze flight principles with a rubber band-powered model aircraft.HSIndividual1-Update-two (2) individuals per chapter-Prototype drawings-Portfolio In-person Judge EvaluationFlight Test30 minutesStudents report to the flight area at the time in the schedule. Planes will be tested for stafey and compliance. Compliant planes will be tested by how long it stays in the air. Judges will score team portfolios and flight based on the given rubric. Tool Box
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Forensic ScienceParticipants take a written test of basic forensic science to qualify as semifinalists. Semifinalist teams will examine a mock crime scene and demonstrate their knowledge of forensic science and crime scene analysis. Participants will be expected use proper techniques to collect evidence and perform a detailed written analysis of the crime scene.HSTeam2Update-one (1) team of two (2) individuals per chapter----Exam ( Score Counted in Total Score)Crime Scene Analysis40 minutes Students report to crime scene room at the time they scheduled. Students will have 20 minutes to assess the crime scene (secure the scene, find evidence, take pictures, collect evidence, measure etc) . After the 20 minutes to assess, students will have 20 minutes in another room to write their analysis and draw their crime scene sketch. Judges score based on rubric given. Tool Box
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Future Technology and Engineering TeacherParticipants create a lesson plan that teachers can reference to learn a new technology that can be used in a lesson. Semifinalists demonstrate mastery of the technological app in a mock lesson and presentation.HSIndividual1-Update-two (2) individuals per chapter-Curriculum DraftPortfolio-Online Judge EvaluationLesson Plan Presentation, Interview10 minutes Students report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to present their lesson plan presentation and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Hybrid Racer XL Senior Solar Sprint Hybrid Racer XL provides a hands-on opportunity for participants to apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts - as well as leadership and 21st century skills such as creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills - as they design (according to annual requirements, if any), construct, and race a dual-powered (solar and battery) car. HSTeam 2-4ThemeUpdate-one (1) team of two to four (2-4) individuals per chapter; one (1) entry per team-Prototype drawings-Protfolio, Display, CarIn-person Judge EvaluationRace-Students report at the time they scheduled. Students will bring their solar sprint car and display. Cars will be subjected to a safety check before racing. Judges score based on rubric given and race times.
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Interior Design (New)Applying leadership and 21st century skills, participants develop a color sample and material design board(s) used by interior designers to plan an overall cohesive design based on an annual challenge. Participants must demonstrate an understanding of and aptitude for interior design, developing design boards, and presenting a design interpretation. HSTeam2ThemeUpdate--three (3) teams of two (2) individuals per state; individual entries are permittedDesign draft-Design board(s), PortfolioIn-person Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview20 minutesStudents present their design board(s) to judges at the time in the schedule. Judges will score the board(s), portfolio, and presentation/interview based on the given rubric.
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Manufacruting PrototypeParticipants design, fabricate, and use Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) to create a product that addresses the annual theme. A documentation portfolio and the completed product prototype are submitted for evaluation. Semifinalists give a product “sales pitch” and demonstration.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate-one (1) team per chapter---Porftolio, Sales Pitch (Recorded), Prototype In-person Judge EvaluationSales Pitch2 minutesStudents report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 2 minutes to present their prototype in a sales pitch form (think Shark Tank) and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Music ProductionParticipants produce an orginal musical piece that is designed to be played during the National TSA conference opening and closing general sessions. HSTeam/Individual1-6ThemeUpdateone (1) team or individual-three (3) teams per state; individual entries are permittedTheme and OutlinesPortfolio, Piece-Online Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview 10 minutes Students report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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On Demand VideoParticipants write, shoot, and edit a 60–second video onsite during the conference.HSTeam2-6-Update-one (1) team per chapter-----Video Submission-Prompt is released 36 hours before submission deadline through email to advisor and in JudgePro. Students have 36 hours to film and edit a video given the directions in the prompt and submit for judging. Filming Equipment
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Photographic TechnologyParticipants demonstrate understanding of and expertise in using photographic and imaging technology processes to convey a message based on a theme. Preliminary participants submit a photographic portfolio to qualify for semifinalists. Semifinalists demonstrate expertise in photographic technology by producing two (2) portfolios within a limited, specified amount of time.HSIndividual1ThemeUpdateone (1) indivudualone (1) individual per chapter-Practice photosPortfolio-Online Judge EvaluationChallenge, Presentation, Interview24 hours, 10 minutes Prompt is released 24 hours before submission deadline through email to advisor and in JudgePro. Students have 24 hours to take and edit photos given the directions in the prompt and submit for judging. After the challenge, students report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given. Filming Equipment
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Prepared PresentationParticipants deliver an oral presentation, using a digital slide deck, on a topic provided onsite.HSIndividual1ThemeUpdatetwo (2) individuals-three (3) individuals per state----Presentation 5 minutesStudents report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 5 minutes to present their presentations. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Promotional DesignParticipants use computerized graphic communications layout and design skills in the production of a promotional resource for TSA.HSIndividual1ThemeUpdate--three (3) individuals per stateTheme and Outlines-Portfolios, Folder CoverIn-person Judge EvaluationDesign Challenge2.5 hoursStudents report to the event and are given a prompt to design a promotional item during the 2 hour on-site challenge. Porfolios are uploaded to JudgePro and shown to judges after the student infishes. Judges evaluate the porfolio based on the given rubric.
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RoboticsParticipants design, build, document, and test a robot assembled using open-sourced parts according to stated specifications and to meet the challenge of the yearly theme/problem. HSTeam 2-6ThemeUpdate--two (2) teams of two to six (2-6) members per statePrototype drawings-RobotTime TrialsInterview10 Minute Trials, 10 Minute InterviewsStudents report to the event where robots will be inspected by judges to see if robot qualifies to perform. Robots will then perform the tasks set forth by the challengeTool Box, Fire Blankets
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Software DevelopmentParticipants use knowledge of cutting-edge technologies, algorithm design, problem-solving principles, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork to design, implement, test, and document a software development project of educational or social value.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate-one (1) team per chapter; presentation/interview is limited to three (3) members--Project Solution -Online Judge EvaluationPresetnation/Interview10 MinutesStudents report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to present their solution to the prompt and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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STEM Mass MediaIn response to an annual theme, participants use written and verbal communication skills to convey a news story in both a video broadcast (preliminary round) and a digital written format (semifinal round). Participants must demonstrate a strong understanding of journalism etiquette and the common practices of the field of mass media.HSTeam2-3ThemeUpdate-one (1) team of two to three (2-3) members per chapter-Draft video scriptPortfolio, Video-Online Judge EvaluationPress Conference Interview30 Minutes, 24 Hour Written News Article SubmissionAll competing teams arrive to a set location. Participants are given 10 minutes to be briefed on the interview topic and create questions. The press conference will take place for 30 minutes. Students then have 24 hours to submit a written news article on the press conferenece.
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Structural Design and EngineeringParticipants work as a team to build a designated structure that is posted on the TSA website. Teams apply the principles of structural design and engineering through research, design, construction, destructive testing, and assessment to determine the design efficiency of the structure.HSTeam2ThemeUpdate-one (1) team of two (2) individuals per chapter-Prototype drawings-Portfolio, pre-built StructureJudge EvaluationSolution3 hours Students report to the event and are given a prompt to design a bridge during the 3 hour on-site challenge. Bridges are tested once students complete their build. Judges evaluate the team on their pre-built bridge and solution on the given rubric. Tool box
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Tech BowlParticipants demonstrate their knowledge of TSA and concepts addressed in the technology content standards by completing a written, objective test. Semifinalist teams participate in question/response, head-to-head team competition.HSTeam3-Update-one (1) team of three (3) individuals per chapter----ExamLive Event-Semi-final teams will be deteremined by Exam Scores, and scheduled randomly. Schedule will be released before the event. Students report to the event and will be sequesterned in a seperate room. Teams will compete in the trivia event in a single elimination fashion. The last two teams are awarded first and second respectively. Third place is based on number of correct answers in their last round. If there is a tie, third will be determined by highest exam score out of the two teams.
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Tech Problem SolvingParticipants use their skills in problem solving to develop a finite solution to a problem provided onsite.HSTeam2Update-one (1) team of two (2) individuals per chapter-----Challenge 1.5 hoursStudent report to the event and are given a prompt. Students will have the alloted time detailed in the event guide to complete the challenge. Student present their solution to judges at the end of the challenge time. Judges eveluate the solution on the given rubric. Tool box
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Transportation ModelingParticipants research, design, and produce a scale model of a vehicle that fits the annual design problem.HSIndividual1ThemeUpdate-one (1) individual per chapter---Portfolio, Model, DisplayJudge EvaluationPresentation, Interview 5 minutes Students report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 5 minutes to present their solution to the prompt and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Video Game DesignParticipants develop a game that reflects the theme for the year. The game must have high artistic, educational, and social value and be interesting, exciting, visually appealing, and intellectually challenging.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate--five (5) teams of at least two (2) individuals per stateVideo Game Style GuidePortfolio, Game-Online Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 minutesStudents report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to present their solution to the prompt and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Virtual Reality Visualzation (VR)Participants use video and 3D computer graphics tools and design processes to create a two-to-three-minute VR visualization (accompanied by supporting documentation) that addresses the annual theme. Semifinalists deliver a presentation about their visualization and participate in an interview.HSTeam/ Individual1-6ThemeUpdate-one (1) team per chapter; individual entries are permitted---Portfolio, VisualizationJudge EvaluationInterview15 minutes Students report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 15 minutes to present their solution to the prompt and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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Vlogging (New)Vlogging encourages good storytelling, videography, and editing techniques to create a coherent series of creative work. Applying leadership and 21st century skills, participants use digital video technology to create original content that reflects an annual technology theme. Semifinalists complete an onsite challenge to produce additional video(s). Required criteria, such as props, lines of dialog, topics, etc., will be revealed at the semifinalist orientation meeting.HS22-6ThemeUpdate-two (2) teams of two to six (2-6) members per chapter--Video / Portfolio-Online Judge EvaluationChallenge Students will have to film and edit a vlog of their trip to the State Conference. Filming equipment
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WebmasterParticipants design, build, and launch a website that features the school’s career and technology/engineering program, TSA chapter, and the chapter’s ability to research and present a given topic pertaining to technology. Semifinalists participate in an onsite interview to demonstrate the knowledge and expertise gained during the development of the website—with an emphasis on web design methods and practices, as well as their research for the annual design topic.HSTeam2-6ThemeUpdate-one (1) team per chapter with a maximum of six (6) individuals; individual entries are permitted-Draft Website LayoutWebsite-Online Judge EvaluationPresentation, Interview10 minutesStudents report at the time they scheduled. Students will have 10 minutes to present their solution to the prompt and take questions from judges. Judges score based on rubric given.
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