Unleash your creativity at SparkHS, a THRILLING competition for high schoolers ACROSS THE COUNTRY to compete for $$$.
SparkHS: A dynamic high school contest combining programming, business, and design. Join a vibrant community of ambitious students, connect with industry leaders, and strive for exciting prizes - all while gaining invaluable experience in real-world scenarios.
Discover more about event details, participation requirements, prizes, and more.
SparkHS is a high-school competition revolving around programming, business, and design. It is open to all high school students in the United States with an interest in these fields.
Registration for the competition can be completed on our website, https://join.SparkHS.org. There are no fees involved in registration or participating in the competition.
SparkHS hosts a variety of events to cater to diverse interests. Whether you're a coder who loves problem-solving, a designer with a keen eye for aesthetics, or a business enthusiast with a knack for strategy and decision-making, there's something for you at SparkHS.
Yes, you can participate in SparkHS both virtually and in-person. Our virtual events are hosted on our Discord server (here!), while our in-person events are based in Minnesota, with the exact location to be confirmed. The entire event, whether virtual or physical, spans across a 48-hour period. You're welcome to join us from wherever you're comfortable!
We encourage all participants to adhere to the principles of good sportsmanship and integrity. The detailed rules and guidelines for the competition, as well as our terms of service, can be found on our website.
Not at all! While coding knowledge is beneficial for some of our events, it is not a strict requirement. SparkHS encourages students from all skill levels to participate. If you're new to coding, SparkHS could be a perfect opportunity for learning and growth!
Absolutely! If you don't have a team, we provide opportunities for you to connect with other participants and form teams before and during the event (like on our Discord server here!). SparkHS is all about fostering collaboration, learning, and fun!
SparkHS will be hosted in the state of Minnesota, with the specific location yet to be determined. It's highly likely that our event will be in Minneapolis. We'll keep you updated on the exact location as we get closer to the event date.
The competition is structured into several categories encompassing programming, business, and design. More specific information about each category is available on our website.
There are a variety of prizes available for winners including certificates, trophies, and even internships, scholarships, and cash prizes. These prizes are distributed post-competition, with specific instructions shared with the winners directly.
Get ready for a vibrant three-day event, starting with the kickoff and project planning on Friday and progressing into intensive workshop sessions, insightful speakers, fun mini-events, and dedicated work time across the weekend. The event concludes on Sunday with the project submissions, judging, and a thrilling awards ceremony.
All times in CST. Dates and times subject to change.
Uncover the heartbeat of SparkHS - a dynamic mix of generous sponsors, inspiring speakers, creative content creators, and tireless organizers who collectively fuel this extraordinary tech and innovation competition. Our team is a synergy of passion and dedication, creating an unparalleled platform for young tech enthusiasts.
Connect with SparkHS! Whether you're interested in sponsoring, speaking, mentoring, creating content, being a student ambassador, joining our organizing team, or simply have a question, we're eager to hear from you. Reach out to us here, or at [email protected].