SPHERO GLOBAL COMPETITION​
The Sphero Global Challenge is the ultimate STEM competition and an opportunity for students to go deeper with computational thinking, engineering, and programming skills. Students will compete in groups of 5. Teams of all abilities are encouraged to work together to identify problems and develop solutions centered around the year's theme. Through this challenge, students will work to accomplish their missions in regional invitationals and state competitions, with the top teams earning spots into the Sphero World Championship at the end of the season!
SPHERO TIME TRAVELERS
Calling all time travelers! Join the ultimate STEM competition for its 5th season, Sphero Time Travelers! The Sphero Global Challenge is a competition that inspires creativity, innovation, and teamwork. With Events for PK–8th grade students of all ability levels, this journey through time will challenge your learners to wormhole their way through complex problems and work together as a team to achieve success.
TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE
Important Season 5 Dates
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May 2024: Registration Opens
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August 19, 2024: Sphero Global Challenge Season officially begins
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September 24, 2024: New Coaches Webinar
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January 14, 2025: SGC Coaches Office Hours Webinar
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February 3, 2025: Registration Deadline
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February 17, 2025: Virtual Submissions Due
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March 10, 2025: Sphero World Championships invitations
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April 21 - May 1, 2025: Sphero World Championships
Regional Invitationals
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November 9, 2024: Spring Branch Boys & Girls Club | Houston, TX
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November 23, 2024: Todos Juntos | Canby, OR
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December 12, 2024: Miami Dade | Miami, FL
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February 1, 2025: Voy Spears Jr Elementary | Kansas City, MO
State Competitions
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November 22, 2024: Energy Breakthrough | Maryborough Victoria, Australia
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February 2025: Kuwait
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February 22, 2025: University of North Texas, Dallas | Dallas, TX
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February 22, 2025: Miami Dade | Miami, FL
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March 1st, 2025: Kansas City, MO
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March 8, 2025: Host TBD | Houston, TX
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March 8, 2025: HI DOE | Oahu, HI
WANT TO HOST A COMPETITION IN YOUR AREA?
We are now taking applications for Season 6!
Independent organizations can host SGC competitions under the banner of STEM It Up Sports!
Prospective hosts can apply to be a host for a in person competition. Upon approval, hosts will receive access to coaching help, templates, and materials to organize the competition.
BECOME A SGC TEAM SPONSOR!
Support the future of STEM by sponsoring a Sphero Global Challenge (SGC) team! Your sponsorship can make a direct impact by helping cover:
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Entry Fees: Enable teams to participate in state, regional, or both competitions.
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Travel Costs: Ensure teams can travel to competitions and focus on their performance.
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Food Expenses: Keep teams fueled and ready to compete.
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Other Essentials: Provide resources for team success beyond the basics.
Sponsors will be highlighted during their sponsored team’s competition, receiving recognition for their invaluable support.
Become a National Food Sponsor Alternatively, you can contribute as a National Food Sponsor, helping provide meals and snacks for competitors during their events.
Directly support young innovators on their journey to success. Your generosity helps pave the way for future STEM leaders!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
