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GOODLATTE LAUNCHES HOUSE APP CONTEST

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bob Goodlatte released the following statement today inviting all high school students from the Sixth Congressional District of Virginia to participate in the first annual Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Academic Competition, or “The House App Contest.”  Congressman Goodlatte is co-chair of the nationwide contest that allows high school students from across the country to compete by creating and exhibiting their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice.

“The demand for students educated in engineering and technology continues to rise in the United States, but part of the challenge is how to engage students in these subjects and further their understanding of these valuable skills.  The House App Contest provides students with the opportunity to showcase their technology skills and learn more about STEM fields.  Participating students will design and develop a working app, or design and mock up an app, for mobile, tablet, or computer devices.  

“The House App Contest is a great opportunity to promote the STEM fields that are driving American innovation. I know that we have many students in the Sixth District who excel in these fields, and I look forward to their contest submissions.”

Additional Information

For more information on the Sixth District House App Contest, please click here.  Interested students and educators may also contact Congressman Goodlatte’s Washington, D.C. office at 202-225-5431 with any questions.  

The contest deadline is April 30, 2014. Students entering the competition must submit a video that features either a demonstration of a working app or an in-depth analysis of the concept/design of the app.  This video must also explain their app and what they learned through this competition process.

The winning student's app in each participating congressional district will be featured on the U.S. House of Representatives' website, as well as on display in a U.S. Capitol exhibit. 

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