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U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced today the launch of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Georgia’s 12th District. This nationwide competition is for students interested in creating a software application, or “app,” for web, PC, tablet, mobile, or other platform of their choice.

“I’m excited to once again host the Congressional App Challenge, and I encourage any student interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to participate,” said Congressman Allen. “STEM is a growing field throughout Georgia and the nation, and this competition provides those interested in the field with a platform to explore their creativity.”

All current middle and high school students (6-12th grade) who reside in or attend school in the 12th Congressional District are encouraged to participate. Students may compete as individuals or in teams of up to four, as long as two of the teammates are eligible to participate in our district.

The winner will be chosen by a panel of local judges who work within the academic, software and entrepreneurial fields. Further details regarding a local event highlighting the submissions and winning app will be forthcoming. Additionally, the winning app will be featured on the U.S. House of Representatives’ website (www.house.gov) and displayed in a U.S. Capitol exhibit.

Key dates and deadlines:

· Registration is now open: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/students/student-registration/

· June 1, 2020 – Challenge officially launches

· October 19, 2020 – Deadline for students to register and submit their app online

· November 2020 – Judging period

· December 2020 – Winners announced!

For rules and submission instructions, please visit the official Congressional App Challenge website at CongressionalAppChallenge.us or contact Megan Abbott in Congressman Allen’s Augusta office at megan.abbott@mail.house.gov or (706) 228-1980.