appathon for middle and high school students
(Grades 8 - 12)
Submit
Tentative Timeline*
Intent to compete (to be completed by Parent/Guardian)
Open Now
Competition Opens
August 1st
Competition Closes
October 15th
Winners Announced
January 31st
Winners receive certificates
February 31st
Possible closing event
TBD
*All dates and requirements subject to change
Theme for 2026
Our theme for the 2026 challenge is community oriented. Creators are tasked to create an app to address a problem in their community.
Create an app to address a problem in your community.
Rules + Eligibility
Main Rules
AI use is permitted as long as you can clearly and accurately explain your work and demonstrate a deep understanding of what you created.
You may use any coding software or engine you prefer.
Video submissions must be no longer than 3 minutes.
To be competitive, your video must include examples of your code.
Each project must be completed by an individual or a team of no more than 3 people.
Uploading code is not required, but you may share a code repository if you choose
Rhody Appathon does not own, retain, or claim any rights to your codebase or intellectual property.
Eligibility
Participants must be in grades 8–12.
Participants must be 13 years or older
All applicants must be Rhode Island Residents.
Full Rules and Eligibility can be found here.
Appathon Duration
The appathon will be open for 10 weeks, during which participants can develop, refine, and submit their finished app.
Prize Clarification
There is no monetary prize for this competition. However, winners will receive a certificate of achievement and their app will be featured on our website.
Contact Us
Participants can contact us at rhodyappathon@gmail.com
