25 - 25 Competition Season
Real World Topics
Each year FPSPI selects and announces 5 topics for those competing in various FPSPI competitions (namely Global Issues Problem Solving, Storytelling, Creative Writing, and Learning). These 5 topics are used for Practice Problems One and Two, the Qualifying Problem, Affiliate Bowls, and finally, International Conference.
Science & Technology
Practice Problem 1 - Global Issues Deadline TBD
How will we safeguard the biodiversity of our ecosystems against the rising threat of invasive species in the future?
Science & Technology
Practice Problem 2 - Global Issues Deadline TBA
How might space exploration change the way humanity exists on Earth and throughout our Universe in the future?
Business & Economics
Qualifying Problem - Global Issues Deadline January 28, 2025 by Noon
How might evolving gaming technology, laws, and consumer expectations impact the business of video games in the future?
Civics & Society
Affiliate Finals Problem - March 21 & 22, 2025
How might surveillance be used responsibly to balance public safety with privacy and ethical considerations in the future?
International Conference
TBD
TBD
FPSPI invites regional affiliate champions to attend World Finals and compete alongside their peers. They will announce a fifth problem topic on March 1, 2026 for use at the world finals event in June 2026.
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