Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced that her office will begin accepting submissions for her first annual 2026 STEM Award Program. The program will highlight student projects that demonstrate innovation, problem-solving, and real-world community impact in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
“I am proud to launch this inaugural program that encourages South Sound students to submit their inventive STEM projects,” said Strickland. “I look forward to seeing what students submit and learning more about our next generation of thoughtful STEM innovators.”
The Congressional STEM Award Program is open to all middle and high school students living in Washington’s 10th Congressional District. If you are unsure which Congressional District you reside in, you can find out here.
Eligible projects may have been created for a science fair, academic competition, classroom assignment, or other STEM-related programs. To participate, students must complete the STEM Program Application and Submission form. The deadline to submit a project is June 1, 2026.
A panel of volunteer judges and the Congresswoman will evaluate submissions based on innovation and relevance. One middle school student and one high school student will be selected as award recipients.
Award winners will be recognized by Congresswoman Strickland.
For more information and official rules, please visit: or call Congresswoman Strickland’s District Office at 360-459-8514.
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip of the New Democrat Coalition, Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus, and is one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress.
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