1. Solar Sprint

Registration for the 2022-2023 Solar Sprint competitions is open!

Be sure to register on Cvent to compete in Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) or Senior Solar Sprint (SSS).

About the Solar Sprint competitions

Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) is administered by the Technology Student Association (TSA) through a grant awarded by the Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP). The Senior Solar Sprint is administered by the Technology Student Association. The competitions offer resources that empower teachers, mentors, and other community members to engage middle and high school students in designing, building, and racing model solar cars. Students develop teamwork and problem-solving abilities, investigate environmental issues, and gain hands-on STEM skills as they construct the fastest, most interesting, and best crafted vehicle possible. An online resource center is available to educators. JSS and SSS are official TSA competitions. 

Check out The Mile Marker, an e-newsletter that features TSA’s solar energy program and competitions.

If you are a TSA middle school or high school chapter advisor at a Title 1 school, or an elementary school teacher interested in bringing JSS Jumpstart to fifth and sixth graders, your school may be able to receive up to two free solar car kits. Each kit meets the minimum specifications for JSS and SSS, and contains a solar panel, electric motor, and a pair of small alligator clips for easy hookup. 

For JSS or SSS competition updates, click here.

Questions? Please contact Sue King.