STEM Design Challenge featuring K'NEX
Each year, teams are given the "STEM Design Challenge" to complete with a K'NEX STEM Design Challenge set. Teams will compete in two divisions: Grades 4-5 and Grades 6-8.
The STEM Design Challenge ft. K'NEX will be hosted at the IU8 Executive Office on April 10, 2026.
Cost: $100.00/team
The 1st place teams in each division will be eligible to compete at the state competition, which will be held in person on May 8, 2026 in Harrisburg, PA.
STEM Design Challenge Website
STEM Design Challenge Information/Resources
Registration for this event is open. Please use this link to register your school and teams. The deadline to register is March 27, 2026.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
District/Team WILL NOT be invoiced if the event is cancelled by the IU due to low enrollment
District/Team WILL NOT be invoiced if the participant cancels at least 7 days prior to the start of the event.
District/Teams WILL BE invoiced the FULL COST if the participant cancels with less than 7 days notice of the start of the event or if the participant simply does not attend.