Summer Hacks is a student-led STEM innovation event bringing together high school students from the Naperville–Aurora area for a high-energy, hands-on hackathon. Participants will combine science and programming to create innovative projects — ranging from climate tech and biotechnology tools to simulations and scientific games.
This event is built for collaboration, creativity, and impact. Whether it’s a data visualization of an epidemic model or a sensor-driven biology app, the ideas students generate will reflect the power of STEM in solving real-world problems.
Requirements
Make sure to add your completed game to the Devpost. If you're doing a science project, include an image. For hardware projects, also upload an image. Winners will be announced in 30 minutes!
Prizes
TBA
This prize is yet to be decided but it will be an amazing one!!!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Kaushal
Organizer
Vinay
Organizer
Hussein
Organizer
Dhishant
Organizer
Judging Criteria
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Innovation
5: Original and creative idea with strong wow factor 3: Some unique elements; moderately creative 1: Common or unoriginal concept -
Technical Skill
5: Fully functional, well-built, clean code 3: Basic functionality with some bugs 1: Not working or minimal technical effort -
Scientific Value
5: Strong, accurate use of science or STEM principles 3: Some science use, but surface-level 1: Weak or no science integration -
Real-World Impact
5: Solves a real problem, clearly applicable 3: Possible use, needs refinement 1: No clear purpose or use case -
Presentation & Teamwork
5: Clear, confident delivery with equal team contribution 3: Somewhat clear, uneven team roles 1: Unclear explanation or one person dominates
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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