New award for high school students interested in science and technology

The national push in 4-H is to focus more on science and technology. For those interested in these subjects, a new award has become available.

The Pete Conrad Spirit of Innovation Awards combine education, innovation and entrepreneurship by challenging high school students to design products using science and technology. The competition includes platforms in personal spaceflight, lunar exploration and renewable energy.

To compete, teams develop their concept, submit a business plan, and become public Ambassadors for their ideas. Students will compete for over $120,000 of prize money as well as the opportunities to connect with leading scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. The awards create a long term community for students and teachers that provides the resources and opportunities needed to develop and incubate commercial products. The competition is just the beginning of this journey.

For more information on the Pete Conrad Spirit of Innovation Awards go to: http://www.conradaward.com/