CEF's National Challenge
- BUSINESS CASUAL
Get ready for an unforgettable and inspiring event you won’t want to miss!
The CEF You Be The Solution Challenge™ is an engaging, team-based STEM competition for students in grades 5–8. Designed to mirror the collaborative environments of today’s workplaces, the Challenge inspires students to explore STEM and sustainability while developing innovative solutions to real-world problems in their local communities.
June 2nd - National Competition
Mark your calendars and join us for the National Competition as the Top 5 National Finalist Teams take the stage to showcase their groundbreaking ideas! Watch them compete for the National Champion title and scholarships, while presenting their innovative solutions to a panel of esteemed judges.
June 3rd - Receptions, Dinner, Awards & Silent Auction
Don’t miss your chance to meet these brilliant young minds and network with industry professionals at the Meet the Teams and Industry Receptions. Later, join us as we celebrate the Top 5 National Finalist Teams from across the nation at the Dinner & Awards Ceremony. You will also get to enjoy a high energy presentation, an inspiring keynote, and explore ways to support STEM education—including participating in our Silent Auction!
Thank You To Our National Sponsors
We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our National Sponsors. Their generous support helps us SPARK a passion for STEM in young minds and makes this event possible.
There is still time to become a Sponsor! If you would like to support our event as a Sponsor, simply click here.
Be part of the excitement and help us celebrate the next generation of innovators by purchasing your tickets today (visit the ticket page to make your purchase)!
We have a room block reserved at the Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria for May 31, 2026, through June 4, 2026. Please click "Book Now" to make a reservation and take advantage of our group’s preferred rate.
We have a room block reserved at the Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria for May 31, 2026, through June 4, 2026. Please click "Book Now" to make a reservation and take advantage of our group’s preferred rate.