NexTech’s FishTank Design Competition is an annual STEM competition for Hawaiʻi Island students, grades 6-12. Teams of 2-4 students will work together to design a solution to a local problem using the Engineering Design Process.
Teams will also have the opportunity to work with local leaders and STEM experts as they develop their solutions.
FishTank Teams will be answering the United Nation's global call for action by using The UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to solve critical problems in Hawaii's local community.
Learn about the SDGs here.
Generous prizes for winning teams!
Who Can Join?
This competition is open to Hawaiʻi Island students in GRADES 6-12th who meet the technology requirements for participation. These include:
Access to a high-speed internet connection
A non-DOE Gmail account
Desktop or laptop computer and webcam
Zoom video conferencing capability
Students will be in teams of two to four and paired with a Team Coordinator, an adult who will provide support throughout the competition period.
Key Dates
Registration - Now Open
Registration Closes - December 10
Official Launch Day - December 17
Project Submission Deadline - February 25
Final Presentations and Awards - March 11
Apply Today!
Interested or have someone who is? Complete our application form to reserve a spot. (Space is limited.)