Dates

Feb 18 -  Feb 19, 2023

Eligibility

All participants must be high school students in North Carolina. All NCSSM residential students are invited to participate in-person on both the Morganton and Durham campuses. All other NC high school students are invited to participate virtually.

Prizes

Prizes will be added at a later date!

Judging Criteria and Winner Selection

Originality

Did the team take a fresh approach to an old problem? Does the hack tackle a unique aspect of the problem?

Impact

Does the hack have clear real-world implications? How well thought-out is the concept? Does the hack adhere to its respective track?

Execution

How well did the team translate their idea into a functional prototype? Is the hack well-designed?

Presentation

Was the hack pitched in a compelling manner? How well did the team understand their chosen problem? Is the concept viable for an entrepreneur?