Reps. Chellie Pingree and Bruce Poliquin invite Maine high school students to participate in the 2016 nationwide Congressional App Challenge.
Students have until Nov. 2 to develop and submit their own smartphone apps, and a winning app from each of Maine’s congressional districts will be recognized nationally.
“I applaud how Maine schools are using STEM education to prepare our students for the jobs of tomorrow. This competition is an exciting opportunity to put those skills to the test while learning how to develop the smartphone apps we use every day,” said Pingree.
“Never has it been more important for our students to have the practical experience to use and master digital technologies,” said Poliquin. “This program will give students across Maine the unique opportunity to broaden their skills and learn in a fun and competitive environment.”
Students can participate as individuals or in teams of up to four. The apps can cover any topic. Students must submit a three- to four-minute video explaining their app and how it works.
A panel convened by the Maine Technology Institute will judge the submissions on creativity and originality, user experience and design, and quality of coding and programming.
The deadline for submissions is Nov. 2. Students can register at www.congressionalappchallenge.us/compete-2016/sign-up/.
