Grants will be made to schools and organizations interested in creating, implementing, and participating in a Teen Tech Competition within their school or a partner organization.

The Teen Tech Competition aims to foster creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among its participants.

The basic outline of the parameters of the event should include:

Timeframe: The Competition can take place any time of the year and only once per year.

Categories for the Competition:

• Software Development

• Hardware Design

• Robotics

• Artificial Intelligence

• Cybersecurity

• IoT or Internet of Things

• Mobile App Development

• Game Development

• Virtual Reality (VR) or Augmented Reality (AR)

Age Groups:
Create age-specific groups, such as 10-12, 13-15, and 16-18, to ensure fair competition and age-appropriate challenges.

Team Size:
Allow participants to compete individually or in teams. Teams can consist of 2-4 members.

Registration:
Open a registration period well in advance of the competition date. Participants should provide necessary information, such as name, age, contact details, and category of interest. Our Foundation will furnish all registration forms for use.

Competition Phases:

1. Ideation and Proposal (Pre-Competition): Participants submit project ideas, including a description, goals, and a plan for implementation. Judges evaluate the proposals and select the most promising ones to move forward.

2. Development Phase: Participants work on their projects. This phase can last for several weeks or months, depending on the complexity of the projects.

3. Mentorship and Workshops: Offer mentorship sessions and workshops led by experienced professionals to help participants enhance their technical skills and refine their projects.

4. Midway Checkpoint: Conduct a midway checkpoint where participants present their progress to judges and receive feedback.

5. Final Presentation: Participants present their completed projects to a panel of judges. This can be done through live presentations or pre-recorded videos.

   Judging Criteria:

   Establish clear and transparent criteria for judging the projects. Common criteria include:

   - Innovation and Creativity

   - Technical Complexity

   - Practicality and Real-World Application

   - Presentation Skills

   - Problem-Solving Abilities

   - Teamwork (if applicable)

   - Originality

   Prizes and Recognition:

   1. Offer attractive prizes, certificates, and recognition to winners in each category and age group. Prizes can include tech gadgets, scholarships, internships, or mentorship opportunities.

   2. Sponsors and Partnerships:

      Seek sponsorships from tech companies, local businesses, or educational institutions to help cover the costs of organizing the competition and provide additional prizes and resources.

   3. Promotion and Marketing:

      Promote the competition through social media, local schools, tech clubs, and relevant online communities. Organizations are encouraged to create a website or online platform for registration and updates.

   4. Timeline:

      Plan a timeline for the competition, including registration deadlines, development phases, mentorship sessions, and the final presentation date.

   5. Event Day:

      Coordinate the final presentations either in person or virtually, depending on the circumstances. Invite the finalists and judges, and ensure a smooth and fair evaluation process.