Blackman students need votes after winning $50,000 Samsung award
School could garner addition $10,000; voting ends April 23
Zach Martin, STEM teacher at Blackman Middle, along with his students, are now national finalists in Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow contest.
As finalists they will receive a $50,000 prize package of Samsung technology and resources, as well as an opportunity to pitch their idea in front of a panel of judges.
Students at Blackman have developed Aqua-Shield, a waterproof barrier for a house that can be deployed during a flood.
Martin and his students are now eligible not only for the grand prize, but also an additional $10,000 technology package for the Community Choice Award.
Community choice voting goes until April 23rd and you can vote once per day!
