Regional Media and Design Competition – “MADCom”
The Regional Media and Design Competition – “MADCom” (formerly called Technology/Computer Fair) is a competition for local middle- and high-school-age students in six categories of competition:
In an effort to celebrate students’ hard work as well as collaborate with experts in the field, judging of projects will be done virtually with an in-person showcase and award ceremony taking place on April 9, 2024.
Important Dates:
- Regional registration is open now!
- March 26, 2024 Projects Due
Student projects must be uploaded to the official PA Media & Design Competition website. - March 27-29, 2024 Project Verification
Members of the MADCom committee will review all projects to ensure that all components are included and will communicate with the team advisor if anything is missing.
- April 1-5, 2024 Virtual Judging Week
During this week, judges will use the rubrics to review projects virtually and include feedback for the team. Note: If you know of anyone who would be interested in being a virtual judge, please send their information to Megan Smith (Megan_Smith@iu13.org).
- April 9, 2024 In-person Showcase and Award Ceremony (9-11 am) at The Conference & Training Center at IU13
9:00-9:30 AM: Students will arrive and set their project up
9:30-10:30 AM: Projects will be open for students, advisors, local judges, etc. to view.
10:30-11:00 AM: Awards Ceremony
Note: Due to the shortened schedule, lunch will not be provided. However, you’re welcome to bring your students’ lunches and stay at the conference center to eat lunch after the event. - May 21-22, 2024 State Competition
The first-place winner in each category will be invited to the State Competition at Dickinson College.
For more information about this academic competition, please email megan_smith@iu13.org. Thank you.