Competitions

Battle of the Brains

Burns & McDonnell

DeadlineNovember 2026GradesK-12 (teams are formed within schools)FormatIn-PersonMajorsMechanical Engineering, Computer Science

Inspired by kids, built by Burns & McDonnell. It’s Kansas City’s most exciting K-12 STEM competition — Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains. Metro area schools can earn a piece of $155,000-plus in grants for STEM…