2024 CNY Bridges Challenge on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the MOST

Posted on September 24, 2024

Join us for the 2024 CNY Bridges Challenge

on Saturday, November 9, 9–12, at the MOST

Registration and participation are FREE!

Sign ups open now at challenge.most.org

Challenge: Construct the most efficient balsawood bridge to challenge specifications

Learn more at most.org/stem-challenges

Support Sessions (Open Help Hours)

• Saturday, September 28, 9:30-12:30

• Or by appointment with [email protected]

Divisions

• Junior: Grades 4-8

• Senior: Grades 9-12

Team Size

• Teams of 1–4 students

• Unlimited number of teams per school

Materials

• Balsawood & Glue Kit (provided by MOST)

Pick up your kit at a scheduled support session or by appointment with [email protected]

Project Specifications

Teams may only use approved materials to construct a bridge that meets the dimensional, testing, and construction specifications listed in the Rules, Specifications, and Construction Manual.

Scoring/Judging Rubric

Download scoring/judging rubric at most.org/stem-challenges

Other Network News

October 29, 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop

This educational program begins with a farm tour at Grindstone Farm in Pulaski, NY.

October 28, 2026

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend

NBT Bancorp Inc. (“NBT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NBTB) reported net income and diluted earnings per share for the three and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2026.

October 26, 2026

The Nutcracker

Play written by June Walker Rogers and Directed by Jennifer Hitchcock.

October 23, 2026

Premiere Transportation Promotes Beth Lamoureux to Vice President of Marketing

Her appointment underscores Premiere Transportation’s continued growth and its commitment to strong leadership, strategic vision, and perspectives that support the company’s long-term success.

October 16, 2026

McFarland Johnson Recognized on the Fortune 2026 Best Workplaces in Engineering List

McFarland-Johnson, Inc. (MJ) has been named to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Engineering™ List by Fortune magazine and Great Place To Work®.

October 14, 2026

Opening Doors - Why Innovation is a Community Effort

Innovation rarely fails because people lack ideas.

October 7, 2026

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning Jan. 20, 2027 in Syracuse, NY

Lead with clarity, courage, and connection. This program is for leaders who want to communicate with clarity, listen with empathy, and strengthen the relationships that move work forward.

October 2, 2026

Inclusion Works Presented by Arc of Onondaga

Explore the benefits of employing people with disabilities at Inclusion Works!

Test Your Stability at YMCA Healthy Aging Day

October 2, 2026

SOS Supports YMCA Healthy Aging Day, Promoting Balance, Stability and Independence in the Community

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) is proud to sponsor the YMCA of Central New York’s Healthy Aging Day on October 7, an event focused on helping adults stay active, connected and engaged.