Middle School STEM Challenge

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2024 STEM Challenge

June 3-7, 2024

The Texas Tech University STEM Center for Outreach, Research & Education and the Lubbock Independent School District joined forces to host the 2024 TTU/LISD Middle School STEM Challenge. The competition brought together ten LISD middle schools for a weeklong challenge to design and build a mode of transportation. The week concluded with a race day on Friday, where students drove and raced their creations.

Specifics: Each team was made up of a math or science teacher from each LISD middle school, with four students representing their campus in the competition. Texas Tech provided one undergraduate student to mentor the students and join each team. A few "experts" were also available to guide the teams throughout the week. The challenge culminated in a final competition where the creations were put to the test!

Interested in being involved?

Texas Tech undergraduate students wanting to serve as TTU Mentors,apply here.

Have more questions? Please email Allison Eubanks. LISD students, please contact your designated math or science teacher. They are the ones recruiting their teams!

2023 Winners: Irons Middle School

Participating Schools

*Students and teachers compete to bring home the Dwyer Cup to their schools for the following academic year. The cup is named after former STEM CORE Director and Professor, Dr. Jerry Dwyer, in recognition of his efforts and dedication in improving STEM education for Lubbock students.