On May 31st, middle schoolers from around the region stood before more than 4,000 people and shared what they had built over the course of months, inspired by one question: What can I make to improve life on this planet?

The energy, creativity, and heart at Expo was unlike anything else. These young innovators didn’t just present projects. They showed up with confidence and genuine desire to make the world better. And you were part of making that possible. Thank you.

We can’t wait to do it again. If you are a student, educator, or community member who wants to be part of the next chapter, we hope to see you at the 2027 Invent the Future Challenge.

Local middle schoolers showcase inventions at Bethesda’s KID Museum meant to improve life on Earth

Kids are inventing new ways to improve the Earth at the KID Museum

Hydroscanner – Shady Grove
Pipe Patrol – Shady Grove

Seeing For the Blind – Kingsview
The Air Purifying Wind Turbine with Drones – Forest Oak

Reusable and Biodegradable Tape – Kingsview
Track Medic – Shady Grove

Space Debris Collector- Silver Spring International
Toolbelt for Women – Shady Grove

Animal Warning System – Parkland
E-Fish-Ent Ocean Cleaner – Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School