Thank you for your interest in Maryland Invention Convention. As an Affiliate of Invention Convention Worldwide, Maryland Invention Convention is a hub for students, educators, and field experts to identify problems, brainstorm ideas, and innovate solutions to better our communities together.
Keep reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity to engage learners of all ages through creativity, imagination, and innovation!
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Program Cycle
- September – October: Registration opens; educator and family outreach begins
- November – March: Students work through the invention process; this can be done at home, in schools, after school programs, etc.
- March: Judge recruitment and training; submission push
- April: Submission deadline; asynchronous judging window opens
- Late April: In-person awards ceremony with virtual option
- May: Nationals nominations announced
- June: Nationals held in Dearborn, MI the first week of June
Maryland Invention Convention Judging Rubric
Click the link above for the rubric that judges will be using when evaluating projects.
FAQs
What is Invention Convention?
“Invention Convention Worldwide is a K-12 invention education program that teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship and creativity skills and builds confidence in invention, innovation and entrepreneurship for life. Invention Convention programs happen at the school, local, regional and national levels in the United States and a growing number of countries worldwide.” – ICW homepage
Who can participate in Invention Convention?
Invention Convention is for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn more about what it’s like to participate as a student in Invention Convention.
Where can I find resources on inventing or innovation education?
Take a look at inHub! inHub is a collection of resources, activities, lesson plans for students, caregivers, and teachers who want to learn more about innovating. inHub is free to use.