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A team‑based STEM contest started in 1984 for Division C (high‑school) students, with events that follow the Next Generation Science Standards; roughly 7,000 teams take part in about 450 tournaments across the U.S., progressing from state competitions to a national tournament.
Verified Monday, August 10, 2026