Challenge Overview

The What, Why, How, When, and Who

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What

The CTE CHIPS Challenge, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, is a multi-phase $1 million prize competition that will empower you to expand your student recruitment, training, and placement strategies in semiconductor fabrication (fab) construction and advanced manufacturing careers that align with the CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS).

Join us for our CTE CHIPS Challenge Info Sessions to learn more.

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Office Hours

Working on your submission and have questions? Join us for Office Hours! Attend for the entire hour or drop in as your schedule allows to get your questions answered.

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Why

There are lots of benefits to becoming a challenge participant.

• Connect your students with exciting careers.
• Network with peers across the country. 
• Learn from subject matter experts.
• Receive technical assistance.
• Access free resources.   
• Compete for cash prizes.
• Feature your work on a national scale.

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How

Submit an innovative action plan to: (a) increase your students’ opportunities to develop skills and experiences that better prepare them for the careers aligned with CHIPS; (b) expand your student recruitment, training, and placement strategies in these careers; and (c) support your teachers in building out CTE programs. 

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When

Submit your action plan from Oct. 17,2024 at 8AM to Dec. 20, 2024 at 8PM ET. Check out the Get Ready to Submit page for details.

Challenge Timeline

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Who

The U.S Department of Education seeks innovative action plans from career and technical education programs, schools, nonprofits, workforce boards and more. 

Not sure if you qualify for this challenge? Check out the Official Rules, Terms and Conditions.