This category is defined as any original work digitally created and modeled in three dimensions using specialized software.

Models are NOT required to be printed on a 3D printer. Project must be presented in the software used to create the model(s). Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and design process.

Software may include but is not limited to: 

• Tinkercad

• Blender

• Zbrush

• Maya

• Autocad

• SketchUp

This category is defined as any original project that generally consists of a sequence of images of the motion of objects to create a video. 

Animation can involve programming sprites to talk, move, and interact. This can include, but is not limited to, short movies, music videos, comical shorts, and others by using a variety of animation techniques.

Animation can also be stop-motion animation; the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the movie is shown as a sequence.

Software may include, but will not be limited to:

• Scratch

• Alice

• Adobe Animate CC

• Toontastic

• PowToon

• Flipnote Studio 3D

• iStopMotion

• Canva

• iMovie (iOS)

• CapCut

This category is defined as any original audio production that has been edited/produced with digital tools. Projects may include speaking, singing, music, sound effects, and other audio components.

The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created. The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project.

Software may include but is not limited to:

• Audacity

• Garage Band

• Wavosaur

• EarSketch

• Adobe Audition

• Wavepad

Digital Game Design projects should include original content, design, and rules of an interactive game.

Students may use the software program of their choice in order to demonstrate creativity, originality, organization, and interactivity. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their game idea and how they programmed their game to achieve project goals.

Software may include but is not limited to:

• Scratch

• Hopscotch

• GameSalad Creator

• Minecraft

• Android Studio

• Tynker

• Unity 3D Game Engine

• Gamemaker Studio 2

This category is defined as any project using a single original student photograph where digital editing tools were used to enhance/modify the image. Images containing non-original content or collages fall under the Graphic Design category.

The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.

The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project. A hard copy of the finished project may be displayed but is not required.

Software may include but not limited to:

• Adobe Creative Suite

• BeFunky

• GIMP

• PicMonkey

• Pixlr

• Pixelmator

Projects in the category use a combination of static images and/or words into a single design to convey information or an idea with an intended effect.

Digital Photography and 3D Modeling are NOT part of this category.

The project, including all images and content, must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.

Software may include but will not be limited to:

• Microsoft Publisher

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Sketchpad

• ToonBoom

• Canva

Projects in this category are network-based applications including, but not limited to, websites, chat rooms, forums, and blogs.

The project must be displayed on a device. Judges may ask to view elements of the design and production process. Source code must be available where applicable.

Software may include but is not limited to:

• Dreamweaver

• Wordpress

• Weebly

• Cloud9

• Google Sites

Projects in this category are defined as any multi-page creative presentation using any combination of media including audio, video, images, or text.

Videos fall under the Video Production category. Animated movies fall under the Animation category.

Software may include but is not limited to:

• PowerPoint

• Google Slides

• Apple Keynote

• Canva

• Microsoft Sway

• Prezi

Projects in this category are autonomous machines engineered and programmed by the student from their own concepts and designs, or published drawings/kits. Once started, the robotics project should operate as a standalone independent machine without human interaction. Devices controlled through direct, real-time remote control by the student are not appropriate (ie: remote controlled cars).

Examples of commercially available robotics kits (but not limited to):

• Lego

• K'Nex

• Capsella

• VEX

• Technics

• Student-engineered robot designs and concepts are encouraged

Video Production includes any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and production process.

Stop-motion and animation projects fall under the Animation category.

Software my include but is not limited to:

• Adobe Premier

• Apple Final Cut Pro

• Apple iMovie -free for mac

• Wondershare Filmora - free version

• VDSC Free Video Editor -free

• Shotcut- free

Participants create a technology-based project that showcases or enhances school spirit at their school. The project could take various forms, such as a digital game, a video production, an animation, or even a robotics project that celebrates the school’s history, mascot, or community values.