Students participating in the competition have designed and built bridges using only balsa wood and glue. During the competition, each student will load their bridge with sand until it breaks. Judges determine the winning bridges based on how much sand the bridges hold in relation to their weight. Demonstrations will include the use of defibrillators, computer animation, the destruction of concrete block, wind tunnels and more. Applications are due by Feb. 1 and are limited to the first 15 entries per grade level.
Students can enter individually or in teams of two.
Scholarships based on financial need are available by contacting Howe.