McClellan Announces Launch of the Congressional App Challenge for Virginia’s Fourth

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) announced the launch of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge. The challenge prompts middle and high school students in Virginia’s Fourth to create an original software application written in any programming language.

Last year’s winners designed an original application, Brainee, to improve mobility and address accessibility issues for individuals with disabilities. 

“I’m excited to launch the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Virginia’s Fourth, and I encourage all eligible students throughout the district to participate,” said Congresswoman McClellan. “This challenge is a wonderful opportunity for the next generation of STEM leaders to get hands-on experience in computer science. As we move forward into a rapidly expanding digital future, we must promote interest and create opportunities in STEM fields to ensure American innovation remains robust. I look forward to seeing all of the unique and creative applications our students design!”

Students may compete as individuals or in teams of up to four. Submissions will be chosen by a panel of expert judges, and the winning app will be featured on the Congressional App Challenge’s website, Congresswoman McClellan’s website and social media platforms, and will be eligible to be on display in the U.S. Capitol building. The winning students will be invited to Washington, D.C. to meet Congresswoman McClellan and attend the annual #HouseOfCode science fair. 

The 2024 Congressional App Challenge will run from May 1st, 2024 to October 24th, 2024. You can pre-register for the 2024 Congressional App Challenge by completing this form. 

Full rules, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines can be found here. For more information, visit Congresswoman McClellan’s website.