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Get ready for a spooktacular Arduino Makers Engineering Virtual Hackathon! High school students (grades 9-12) will compete quarterly, starting this October. Subscribe below for updates on this Halloween-themed event!
About
In this thrilling event, you and your team will have the opportunity to design and develop spooky projects using Microcontrollers. From haunted house automation to creepy contraptions, the only limit is your imagination!
You and your team will spend the month of September and half of October building your designs and watching them come to life! The competition will culminate with an online forum and the winning teams will be announced for all to hear and see!
Registration Cost: $50 per participant.
Why?
Why should you participate?
- Boost Your Skills: Sharpen your coding and hardware expertise.
- Team Spirit: Collaborate with friends or meet new like-minded students.
- Win Prizes: Compete for awards 1st place- $500 2nd place- $250. 3rd Place-$100
- Have Fun: Enjoy a day of innovation, snacks, and Halloween surprises!
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Your TASK
Design and build a Halloween-themed machine using electronic components with a total cost under $100.
The more functionality and interactive elements your machine has, the higher your score.
Creativity, innovation, and originality are key—surprise us with something spooky and unique! Present your creation with a demonstration, explaining the components and inspiration behind your design.
More details will come after registration closes.
Timeline
Weeks 1-2
• Week 1 (Sept 6-12): Registration opens, promotion begins, and website launch.
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Week 2 (Sept 13-19): Pre-event workshops and tutorials.
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Weeks 3-6
Week 3 (Sept 20-26): Kick-off event, team formation, and project brainstorming.
Weeks 4-6 (Sept 27-Oct 17): Project development, regular check-ins, and mentorship.
Week 7-8
-Week 7 (Oct 18-24): Project submission and judging.
• Week 8 (Oct 25-31): Final presentations, closing ceremony, and awards.
Mission
Our mission is to make this hackathon affordable and accessible to all students, regardless of background. We’re dedicated to collaborating with your school to ensure you have the tools and resources needed to bring your spooky, innovative ideas to life. By providing the necessary support, we aim to empower every participant to explore their creativity and technical skills in a fun, educational environment.
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