Participants identify a societal issue, collect or compile data from various sources about the issue, and then produce documentation and a digital scientific poster about their findings. Semifinalists create a synopsis and digital visual representation of a data set provided in an onsite challenge.
Robyn Ballheim (robyn.ballheim@s.stemk12.org)
Krishanika Paramasivam Vijayalakshmi (krishanika.paramasivamvijayalakshmi@s.stemk12.org)
Computer Science
Identify and use one AI-generated dataset related to Climate and Environmental Sustainability for analysis and research. Competitors may use an artificial intelligence tool to create the dataset, provide the resulting data file in a structured format (such as CSV, XLSX, or JSON), and cite the artificial intelligence tool, model (if available), and prompts or queries used to generate the dataset.
1-2 people
# of Teams at State: 3
State Pre-submission Required?: Yes
# Teams at Nationals: 3 per state
National Pre-submission Required?: Yes
This document is the event outline, procedure, rules, and rubric for the National level competition.
All teams must submit their documentation portfolio and digital poster during the early submission window.
No National Guide updates as of 8/23/26
These guidelines apply to all events, even if not specifically mentioned in the individual event guide
Required whenever an event involves images or video footage of people.
One per person featured in the video, forms for people under 18 should be signed by a parent or guardian
Required whenever an event involves digital media. See event guides for details.
Required for certain events, to be added in the document portfolio where indicated.