Dear Neighbor,
I would like to take a moment to remind you that we are still taking applications for the 2021 Congressional App Challenge. This competition is open to all students who are residents of the 11th Congressional District regardless of where they attend school. Public, private, and home-schooled students are invited to participate, and I encourage all who are interested to submit an entry.
This challenge offers middle school and high school students interested in coding a chance to enhance their skills and interests in computer science and STEM. Congress recognizes that STEM, particularly subjects surrounding coding and computer science, are essential for America’s continued economic growth and technological innovation.
The deadline for the 2021 Congressional App Challenge is November 1, 2021. This is a great opportunity for young coders to compete against their peers by creating an application (also known as an “app”) for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, raspberry Pi or other devices. We accept any programming language, such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or "block code." There are no limits on application theme or topic.
We have a group of judges with a wealth of coding experience who will evaluate the student submissions and choose a winning individual or team. For additional details, you can visit www.CongressionalAppChallenge.us.
How to enter and rules:
- Students can enter the 2021 Congressional App Challenge now by clicking Here
- Students may register as individuals or as teams of up to four. No more than four students are allowed to form a team.
- Students may compete in the district they reside or the district they attend school.
- To be eligible to participate in the Congressional App Challenge, you must be a middle or high school student at the time of app submission.
- STUDENTS CAN USE ANY PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE (example: C, C++, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, “block code,” etc.) and ANY PLATFORM (PC, web, tablet, robot, mobile, etc.).
- Find the complete rule book and guidelines by clicking: 2021 CAC Rulebook
- The Congressional App Challenge also has compiled a Learn To Code list of resources to assist participants in their efforts.
If you have any questions or concerns, or if you need assistance, please do not hesitate to call one of my offices at (703) 256-3071 or (571) 408-4407.
Sincerely,
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Gerald E. Connolly
Member of Congress |
