Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, in Collaboration with Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Presents The 2026 Congressional “Back to School” Hackathon Challenge. This event aims to promote STEM education, coding skills, and critical thinking. Middle and High School students will work in small groups or individually to create apps that address local social and educational issues while honing their creative problem-solving skills. Moreover, this event offers talented young programmers the opportunity to participate in our 2026 Congressional App Challenge. This event will significantly increase students’ exposure to alternative pathways to meaningful careers within the Tech Industry. Register here: https://bit.ly/hackathonNY26