The Center for the School of the Future is excited to present the Slopes to Solutions Hackathon. The Slopes hack is a free 12-hour coding competition held at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. This event brings together high school students from across the region to collaborate, create, and compete in a supportive, high-energy environment. This event is free to all high-school aged students.

Whether you’re new to coding or you've been building apps for years, Slopes Hackathon is designed for you. Participants will form into teams, tackle a real-world challenge, and build a working project from scratch—all in just 12 hours.

Why Participate:

• Gain hands-on experience building a real project in 12 hours
• Collaborate with peers who share your passion for technology
• Get mentored by USU faculty, students, and industry professionals
• Win prizes and certificates
• Explore STEM career pathways
• Free event 

Registration

Registration ends on October 25, 2026

• Team Structure and Registration Options:
  1. Students can register as individuals and will be placed on a team of up to 4 students.  
  2. Teachers/advisors at schools can assemble a team of students up to 4 students per team and chaperon them day of.
  Teachers/advisors then need to work with the student’s parent/guardian to complete the student’s registration form (due to parent/guardian consent and agreement needed).

November 12, 2026 (Thursday) Sample Schedule

Time:
8 am - Check-in Registration and Breakfast
9 am - Opening Ceremony & Keynote Speaker
9:30 - Team Formations & Kick-off
10:00 - Hacking Begins (Workshop and Mentoring Sessions)
11:30 - Lunch
12:30 - Hacking Continues
2:00 - Mid-point Check-in with Mentors & Continue Hackathon
4:30 - Dinner
6:00 - Hacking Ends & Judging Begins
7:00 - Judging and Award Ceremony
7:45 - Closing & Farewell
8:00 - Adjourn

Resources:

FAQ

Directions to Huntsman Hall at Utah State University, Logan Campus

Sample Prize Categories

• First Prize
• Second Prize
• Third Prize
• Innovation Prize
• Best Social Impact
• Best First-time Hackers
• Best Design

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