At HackMCST V, you can expect to have a great time while you work alone or with your friends to plan, develop, and present an idea over the course of 24 hours.
Eligibility
Participants
- Must be from 7-12th grade
- May not leave the event early
- May only have teams up to 4
- Must agree to the Code of Conduct
- Must agree to the Contest Terms and Conditions
- Must agree to the Privacy Policy
Requirements
Each team must submit one submission by 8pm on Sunday. If a team does not submit their hack by 8pm, they will not qualify for judging or prizes. Teams must only submit a hack that was create during the hacking period. Any project made previously to the event or created before the hacking period will be disqualified.
Prizes
First Place
Each team member is eligible to receive a cash prize (up to 4 members). One attendee cannot claim prizes on behalf of multiple individuals.
Each member of the team will receive a $80 gift card.
Second Place
Each team member is eligible to receive a cash prize (up to 4 members). One attendee cannot claim prizes on behalf of multiple individuals.
Each member of the team will receive a $60 gift card.
Third Place
Each team member is eligible to receive a cash prize (up to 4 members). One attendee cannot claim prizes on behalf of multiple individuals.
Each team member will receive a $50 gift card.
Judges
Steven Hendricks
Morris County School of Technology
Judging Criteria
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User Interface / Usability
The U.I. is intuitive and easy to use. It also looks aesthetically pleasing and the creators are not at all needed to run the hack. -
Functionality
The hack works well and has a useful function and is well-suited to serve a purpose. -
Creativity
The team uses their imagination and creative ideas to improve their hack. -
Physical Presentation
The hack is presented in a clear, cohesive manner that explains what it does, why it is helpful, and a brief description of how it was created.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager