The AMP it up! Challenge invites students to research an advanced manufacturing innovation in Massachusetts and then present it in a 3-minute video to explain how it’s made, why it matters, and what it means to the student.  One middle school and one high school in each of five regions in the state will each win $2,500 in grant funding, and a grand prize of $5,000 will also be awarded.  Manufacturers are encouraged to sign up now to support the challenge by talking with students and offering factory tours.  Schools should sign up before December 31 to participage and may be represented by individual students, classes, groups, or clubs.  Students will begin researching in January and submit their videos by April 15.