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eCYBERMISSION
What is eCYBERMISSION?
eCYBERMISSION is a free, web-based, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathmatics (STEM) competition for students in grades six through nine attending any U.S. or Department of Defense Education Activity school. eCYBERMISSION challenges students to think about real-world applications of STEM by working in teams to identify a problem in their community and use the scientific method, scientific inquiry or engineering design process to find a solution. Students compete for state, regional and national awards, with potential winnings of up to $8,000 in U.S. Savings Bonds.
Vision
Maintain our nation's economic and military leadership in a free world.
Knowing the students of today will be the workforce of tomorrow, provide the resources and the support necessary to:
- Motivate Students
- Inform Parents
- Assist teachers and school administrators
- Promote careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
- Direct resources from the Defense and Educational Communities, government and private, into creative and effective educational programs
- Develop and distribute innovative state of the art educational resources
Mission
To provide the future workforce needed in our Department of Defense Laboratories and contribute to a technologically proficient society.