Logistics
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Venue: Hightstown High School – Cafeteria
25 Leshin Lane, Hightstown, NJ 08520
Agenda
Grades 3-8
🕗 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Team check-in and project setup
🕘 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM: Introduction to judges and rubric explanation
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Judging sessions (Teams present to judges, max. 15 mins per team)
🕧 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Sponsor recognitions, results, awards, and closing comments
Grades K-2
🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Team check-in and project setup
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Judging sessions (Teams present to judges, max. 15 mins per team)
🕧 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Sponsor recognitions, results, awards, and closing comments
Note: Check-in times differ for Grades K-2 and Grades 3-8.
Special Presentation by Hightstown High School Robotics Team
While judging sessions are in progress, the Hightstown High School Robotics Team will be showcasing their work! This is a fantastic opportunity for students and parents to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM innovation. Be sure to stop by and check it out!
Setup & Format
- Upon check-in, each team will receive a designated table for setup in the common area.
- Judging sessions will be held in a separate room. Only participants and judges are allowed. Parents of presenting teams will not be permitted in the judging room.
- Each team has 15 minutes for their session, which includes entry, presentation, Q&A, and exit.
- Projects will be judged using the attached rubric.
- Volunteers and the organizing committee will be available to assist with setup and logistics.
- Power outlets will be available. Teams needing power should bring their own extension cords, laptops, and any required equipment.
- All attendees are encouraged to visit sponsor booths and activity tables while judging sessions are in progress.
Drop-off, Entry & Parking Information
- Entrance: Please use Door #8, located near the play fields (refer to the attached map). This entrance provides direct access to the cafeteria common area.
- Project Drop-off: Use Door #8 for dropping off project exhibits. The front entrance will be closed, and entry may not be available through that route.
- Parking: Parking is available near Door #8 for easy access.
Directions to Door #8
- From S Main St: Turn onto Leshin Lane and continue toward the back of the school, near the play fields. You will see Door #8 on your right, which leads directly to the cafeteria.
- From Westerlea Ave: Turn left onto Leshin Lane and drive around the school building toward the play fields. Door #8 will be on your right, providing access to the cafeteria.
