Student Racing Challenge

Ten80 Racing Challenge
The More You Know ... The Faster You Go

Team and Project-Based Learning

As part of the Ten80 Racing challenge, students own a technology team and their ultimate goal is to engineer performance. This includes personal, team, and of course, race performance.

Since 2010, the Ten80 Racing Challenge has provided differentiated learning for students who:

  • Do not traditionally see themselves as STEM students
  • Are on advanced tracks and can apply math, science, and engineering concepts
  • Are motivated by hands-on projects and enrolled in career and technical programs
  • Are not drawn to technical projects, but who find a place through the Enterprise curriculum

Download the Racing Challenge flyer or learn about the Elementary Racing Challenge here.

Watch this video on the impacts of Ten80’s Racing Challenge in Michigan.

The Technology

1:10 scale electric radio-controlled (RC) car with mechanical and electrical systems that mirror those of real electric vehicles, including adjustable suspension, chassis geometry, tires, motors, and so on.

The vehicle comes ready-to-run so the first weeks of engagement are spent learning how systems operate and how to use data to make decisions rather than following ‘build’ directions. Students ultimately rebuild the car with improved parts. That is real reverse engineering!

Competition

Competition is optional, but encouraged! Compete at in-person events hosted by Ten80 and other schools or organizations, including an annual Nationals. Motivate students to prepare through the curriculum with the online Points Race. Start your own league with Ten80's support.

Curriculum & Support

Standards-based (NGSS, ITEEA, CC)
Student-facing click-through lessons
Printable and digital logbook
Video instructions
Modular implementation
Web and in-person support
Free Solidworks Student Edition

Courses, Camps, Clubs

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Innovation & T-Square Models

Ten80 teams practice STEM Innovation and all individual team members engage in activities based on the T-Square model. Click here and scroll down to learn more about both frameworks.

Testimonials

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Learn More or Get Started

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