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# [k'Nex Design Challenge](https://info.iu13.org/ecses-tech/knex-design-challenge)

 Written by [Lori Blantz](https://info.iu13.org/ecses-tech/author/lori-blantz) | Dec 8, 2021 12:30:00 PM

K’NEX Design Challenge!

[Click here for the website!](https://www.iu13.org/students-families/general-education-k-12/student-activities/academic-competitions/knex-stem-design-challenge/)        [Click here for a detailed PDF!](https://www.iu13.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/STEM-Design-Challenge-problem-2022.pdf)

Attention all teachers of 4th and 5th grade students! Are you looking for an exciting STEM opportunity to offer your students? If so, check out the links above.

- Design challenge using recycled materials and/or K’NEX
- 4th and 5th grade students
- Teams of 2-4 students
- Support from Lori and/or Giovanna
-  A look at the [judging rubric](https://www.iu13.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/KNex-Rubric.pdf)

## **Important Dates:**

**Registration Deadline: Monday, January 10, 2022**

**Competition Date: Monday, February 7, 2022**

**Finals Date:  May (TBD)**

For more information about this academic competition, please email IU13 Student Services at enrichment@iu13.org or call 717-606-1822. Thank you.

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