How do I get my child involved?
Check with your child's teacher to see if your school/district is participating in the Invention Convention. If not - contact Invention Convention offices for information on getting your school involved.

Where is the Invention Convention?
The Invention Convention runs in the school systems from January - April - then culminates in a Regional finals on May 29, 2010 at COSI - 333 W. Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

My child was in the Invention Convention before. Can he/she participate again?
Yes. You may be in the Invention Convention as many times as you like - but only with a completely NEW invention idea. You may not re-enter your last idea.

What can my child win?
The Invention Convention rewards achievement with college scholarships and other prizes. At least 57 prizes will be awarded in 2010. Top prize is $2,500 CollegeAdvantage 529 Savings Plan scholarship (through The Ohio Tuition Trust Authority - Official Scholarship Provider of the IC). Six - $500 CollegeAdvantage 529 Savings Plan scholarships - 1st place award in each grade category. Fifty $50 savings bonds are awarded.

Can a child win more than once?
A child can be in Invention Convention as many years as he/she is eligible - and can win each year. The Edison award is the only prize which will not be awarded to that same student more than once.

What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is April 23, 2010 - 5:00 PM - NO EXCEPTIONS!

How big can models be?
Models may be no larger than 2 feet by 3 feet and fit on a table top. Backboards are not required, but many participants believe that they help with their presentation.