All Massachusetts members of Congress have joined other House colleagues in hosting a Congressional App Challenge in their Congressional Districts. Students in Grades 6-12 may register, as individuals or in teams of up to four, in the Congressional District in which they live or attend school. Newton is in District MA04 (Representative Jake Auchincloss), where so far five teams have registered. The competition is open to all eligible students regardless of coding experience (see CAC flyer and CAC rules).

Apps may be created in any language, on any platform, on any theme or purpose. They must be submitted by November 1 at 12PM. Submissions will be evaluated by local judges who work in academic, software, and entrepreneurial fields. The winning app from each participating Congressional District will be announced in December and will be highlighted online and in an exhibit in the Capitol.