Develop an autonomous active threat detection and notification system for K-12 schools.
In November 2023, students gathered to decide our 2025 competition target and chose School Safety from our Society domain.
As a result, our inaugural competition is focused on developing an affordable and automated solution for rapid detection and notification of school shooting events for K-12 schools and colleges. This competition represents a unique opportunity for students to create a solution for a problem directly facing their fellow students.
Students advancing through our competition will receive support from our network of partners, including schools, government entities, and non-profits from across the country.
Watch the recap of the sales pitch milestone, where teams present their ideas, solutions, and prototypes to industry professionals. This video highlights the creativity, dedication, and collaboration that go into each project.
The landscape of school safety has become an increasingly pressing concern, demanding innovative solutions and concerted efforts. Understanding the current challenges and the scale of the issue is crucial for informing effective strategies and fostering secure learning environments for all students.
Competitions can engage up to 25 times more diverse talent than traditional recruitment methods, tapping into a wider pool of innovative thinkers.
The collaborative environment results in seven times more shared learning and cross-pollination of ideas among participants.
The competitive nature attracts a wide range of participants, leading to a much broader spectrum of potential solutions to grand challenges.
Competitions typically generate ten times more viable ideas compared to internal innovation processes, fostering a rich environment for creativity.
