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Volunteers & Judges are vital to STLP
Volunteers & Judges are vital to STLP
STLP relies on schools to provide one current/retired educator to serve. Thank you for investing your time and energy into the students at the 2026 State Championship!
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Volunteer/Judge FAQs
Volunteer/Judge FAQs
Judging at State: What You Need to Know
Judging at State: What You Need to Know
Whether you’re a first-time STLP judge or a returning volunteer, we’ve got you covered!
Level 2 Judges will receive training on-site the morning of the event.
Challenge Judges will get detailed instructions via email before State.
You don’t need prior STLP experience or deep knowledge of your category—just bring your enthusiasm and support for helping students shine. We’ll provide everything else to ensure you feel confident and prepared!
INFO FOR LEVEL 2 PROJECT JUDGES
INFO FOR LEVEL 2 PROJECT JUDGES
Most volunteers will serve as Level 2 Project Judges. Please report directly to the Level 2 Judge Room (2nd Floor) when you arrive.
Arrive between 8:00–8:45 AM (ET) to check in and join a judging team (morning coffee or soda provided)
Judge training begins promptly at 9:00 AM (ET).
If you’re delayed by traffic, come in as soon as possible and we'll get you connected with a judge team.
All judging materials and training will be provided on-site.
What Level 2 Judge Should Bring:
A device with internet access (laptop, Chromebook, tablet)
Comfortable shoes—there’s lots of walking!
Optional, but suggested: a clipboard for handwritten notes
INFO FOR CHALLENGE JUDGES & OTHER VOLUNTEERS
INFO FOR CHALLENGE JUDGES & OTHER VOLUNTEERS
Challenges are a wide variety of stand alone competitions that range from robotics, to coding, to Check the upcoming Judge Assignment Rosters for your location and start time.
Report directly to your assigned location between 9am and 9:30am (Eastern Time)
Your Category Lead may contact you with specific details—follow their instructions even if they differ from the roster.
Haven’t heard from your Category Lead? A contact list will be shared soon.
Not all volunteers will be judging—some roles involve organizing students, managing materials, or assisting with logistics.
FAQs FOR ALL STLP JUDGES
FAQs FOR ALL STLP JUDGES
WHEN WILL I BE DONE?
Each role has its own estimated end time. Once your Category Lead releases you, you’re free to explore, stay for the Awards, or head home.
WHO SHOULD BE A JUDGE?
STLP Judges should be current or retired educators who understand the purpose behind STLP—helping students grow and shine.
Judges should provide thoughtful, kind, and constructive feedback.
STLP is more than a score—it’s about creating opportunities for students.
Ask yourself: Who would I want judging my own students? That’s who you should send.
WHAT IF I’M THE ONLY ADULT WITH MY STUDENTS?
STLP requires each school to provide a volunteer judge—this is the only “cost of admission.” If you’re the only adult, you’ll need to secure another adult to chaperone so you can fulfill the judging role.
WHAT IF I NEED TO LEAVE EARLY?
Judging teams need consistency. If you can’t stay for the full assignment:
Talk to your STLP Coach to find a replacement to send in your place
In emergencies, inform your competition lead and return all judging materials before leaving
WHAT IF I CAN’T MAKE IT TO STATE?
Contact the STLP Coach who submitted your name as soon as possible.
If needed, find a replacement and share all info with them.
DIDN’T GET THE ROLE YOU REQUESTED?
DIDN’T GET THE ROLE YOU REQUESTED?
We do our best to honor preferences, but assignments are made based on program needs. If you were placed somewhere unexpected, don’t worry—Category Leads will guide you every step of the way.
We appreciate your flexibility and dedication.
Thanks for supporting #STLP26!
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