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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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5 contest Events Found

Mar 16

Let There be Speed Student Contest

Student contest celebrating innovation, precision, and engineering mindset. Participants must create an Instructable showing how to design and make something that moves fast or optimizes a process for speed. Must be legal resident of 50 US states including DC, excluding Puerto Rico. Submissions accepted between December 15, 2025 and March 16, 2026. 32 prizes including laptops, tablets, and Autodesk/Team USA swag bags.
Virtual
Free to enter
3/16/26
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Sourced: https://instructables.com/contest/lettherebespeed 02-13-2026
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Mar 31

2026 PBS KIDS Writers Contest

The 2026 WVPB PBS KIDS Writers Contest has begun! Submissions are due by March 31, 2026. This is an educational writing competition for students.
WVPB
Free
3/31/26
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Sourced: https://wvpublic.org/wvpb-podcast/podcast-west-virginia-morning/new-american-experience-film-explores-wwii-atomic-bombs-this-west-virginia-morning 02-08-2026
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Mar 31

Instructables Sensors Contest

A contest celebrating projects that use electronic sensors of any kind, from temperature, humidity, and light sensors to motion, proximity, pressure, sound, or beyond. All skill levels welcome. Submissions must use electronic sensors and be entered between February 2, 2026, and March 30, 2026 (11:59pm PT). Prizes include a $500 Grand Prize, $300 Student Judges' Prizes, $300 Autodesk Design & Make Award, and various other cash prizes totaling 23 awards.
Instructables (Online)
Free to enter
3/31/26
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Sourced: https://instructables.com/contest/sensors26 02-13-2026
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Apr 12

20th Annual Bart Jacob Memorial Youth Turkey Calling Contest

All youth are invited to enter the 20th Annual Bart Jacob Memorial Youth Turkey Calling Contest, sponsored by Oxbow Mountain 4-H Club and underwritten by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. Doors open at 10:00 a.m., contest begins at 11 a.m. Participants are encouraged to register by Friday, April 10 and walk-in participants are welcome. Prizes will be awarded for First, Second, and Third Place in each age. Lunch will be available for purchase and the Tea Cup Auction is back. There will be a drawing to win a shotgun for all participants (ages 8-18) who enter the contest.
Kehoe Conservation Camp
Free Event
4/12/26
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Sourced: https://events.uvm.edu/event/2026-youth-turkey-calling-contest?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Calendar+of+Events 02-11-2026
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Oct 3

Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival

Every October, Elk Grove Park is transformed into the ultimate autumn celebration, attracting pumpkin enthusiasts from far and wide. Since 1994, the festival has been a beacon for giant pumpkin growers competing for glory. Features carnival rides, entertainment, crafts, food trucks, pumpkin sales, and the unique Pumpkin Regatta where massive pumpkins are turned into canoes for racing across the lake. Various contests available with cash prizes including art, pumpkin recipes, cupcake baking, and scarecrow creation. Free bike valet available.
Elk Grove Park
Free admission,...
10/3/26
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Sourced: https://cosumnescsd.gov/392/Elk-Grove-Giant-Pumpkin-Festival 02-08-2026
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