Rural Tech Project

Eligible entrants were invited to submit proposals for technology education programs that use competency-based distance learning.

Phase 1 submissions closed at 5:59 p.m. ET on October 8, 2020.

Phase 1 judging panel recommended five finalist teams, who each received an equal share of the $500,000 prize pool and progressed to Phase 2.

Finalist teams completed their plans and built partnerships in advance of program launch.

Finalist teams launched programs, received ongoing expert support, and collected data on performance metrics.

Finalist teams improved programs and created sustainability plans.

Finalist teams documented their outcomes and learnings in a formal submission for evaluation by the Phase 2 judging panel.

Finalist teams presented their programs to a judging panel and audience of experts in rural education and technology at the White House.

Phase 2 judges recommended Woodlake High School to win the grand prize of $100,000.