• The Hardest Math Problem

    Virtual

    The Hardest Math Problem is a 5th to 8th-grade math competition that focuses on understanding math in context through real-world word problem challenges. Individual students read through the problem description and then tackle solving it to demonstrate understanding of the word problem and mathematical comprehension. The problems are specifically tailored to each grade, and students […]

  • Plan for Science Fair Success

    Virtual

    Are you supporting student-led research for the science fair? We know it requires detailed planning and organization from students and their coaches. Join our virtual session on Sept. 9 to get AHEAD! GrowNextGen has partnered with The Ohio Academy of Science to help you keep your students on track for District and State Science Day […]

  • Ohio MS CTE Waivers Are Going Away! What Leaders Need to Know and Do

    Virtual

    Ohio Law requires each city, local, and exempted village school district to provide career-technical education to students enrolled in grades seven and eight. But, for many years, districts could complete a waiver so they didn't have to meet this requirement. Recently, H.B. 66 eliminated the CTE waivers effective for the 2026-2027 school year. This means that next year, […]

  • Modeling The Future Challenge

    Virtual

    The Modeling the Future Challenge is a free high school math competition that combines data science, mathematical modeling, and risk analysis into an exciting project-based competition where students identify their own risk analysis project and submit a report with a recommendation on how to mitigate or manage the risk. Registration for the challenge is open […]

  • Career Ready Pathways: Lessons from the Field

    Virtual

    During this 1-hour virtual session, we’ll share tips and tricks for creating and sustaining successful career pathways in your schools. You’ll also get to hear from other schools that are currently doing the work. Leave with inspiration and tools you can use right away. This session is perfect for schools that are interested in creating, […]

  • Desafiando el Riesgo – A Math Case Competition

    Virtual

    Desafiando el Riesgo is a competition by the Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA). High school students in the U.S. with an interest in STEM are invited to get a deeper look at risk management, hone their problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, and get connected to OLA’s career development resources and network. During the two-week virtual […]