At a Glance
Grade Levels
Middle School
Time of Year
Only during the school year
Length of Offering
Multi-week
Cost
No
Location
Preparation done locally
Credential Opportunities
No
About
Future City starts with a question–how can we make the world a better place? To answer it, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students work in teams with an educator and a volunteer STEM mentor to imagine, research, design, and build cities of the future that showcase their solution to an annual design challenge. Participants complete four deliverables: a 1,500-word city essay; a scale model made from recycled materials; a 15-minute presentation and Q&A session with judges; and a project plan. In January, teams present their projects at the Regional Competition. Teams who earn the top spot will participate in the 2025 Finals in February. Local teams are created (minimum of 3 middle school students per team).