In response to community requests, NextMinds, which operates the Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island Invention Convention programs, has developed a fully remote program pathway in which licensed educators and facilitators will bring the Invention Convention program right to your home.
Through your preferred innovation program, your child will go from problem, to prototype, to presentation, competing against youth across New England as they compete for recognition and an invitation to their respective State Finals. Program sizes range from 10 students to 15 students, with options for Kindergarten through 12th grade.
Unless otherwise mentioned, all programs take place 5:30pm - 7:30pm EST.
These programs will take place on a fully remote basis. Students will require access to internet and a suitable computer or digital device. All programs offered after-school and run by licensed educators.
This fast-paced, two-week virtual program meets three times a week in January. Perfect for motivated inventors, the intensive format provides focused support to refine ideas and strengthen designs. Registration Cost: $75 Includes registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026).
A 9-week online club that meets weekly for collaboration and growth. Inventors share their projects, exchange feedback, and ask meaningful questions in a supportive community. Registration Cost: $75 Includes registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026).
Have you ever wanted to create your own app and solve real problems? In this hands-on class, inventors ages 9-14 will transform their ideas into functioning apps using Thunkable — even if they’ve never coded before! Registration Cost: $100 Includes registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026).
Flexible, self-paced invention learning through Google Classroom. Inventors gain access to engaging materials, resources, and activities to guide them through the process at home. This program will not involve direct instruction beyond the materials and resources provided. Includes registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026).
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For independent learners ready to showcase their work, this option provides direct registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026)
Join us for a 9-week, in-person invention class led by an experienced Invention Convention teacher. Meeting once a week at the Groton or Mystic Public Libraries, inventors will learn the innovation process step by step and complete a project ready for submission. Registration Cost: $200 Includes registration to the Virtual Independent Inventors Invention Convention (March 2026).
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