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Niceville High School students sweep Congressional App Challenge in Florida district

Students from Niceville High School showcased technical expertise in the Congressional App Challenge, with their Memory Monsters app taking first place among district competitors.
(left) Andrew Putnam, Liam Wenzel, Sydney Foggo, Chase Robbins, and Sebastian Shinnick (right) - OCSD

Students from Niceville High School dominated the Congressional App Challenge for Florida’s 1st Congressional District, claiming all three top spots with innovative applications demonstrating technical prowess.

A team of three Niceville High School web programming students took first place with their Memory Monsters app, earning an invitation to showcase their work at the House of Code reception in Washington, D.C., in April 2025.

  • Luke Chavers, Chase Robbins, and Sebastian Shinnick will present their winning application to members of Congress.
Sebastian Shinnick, Luke Chavers, and Chase Robbins (OCSD)

The second-place award went to Sydney Foggo and Liam Wenzel for their WordSay app, while Andrew Putman secured third place with the Auxilium app.

“These students exemplify the innovative spirit and technical skills that represent the best of Okaloosa County Schools,” said Superintendent Marcus Chambers. “Their success in this challenge is a testament to their hard work, creativity, and the exceptional support of their teachers and mentors.”

The Congressional App Challenge is a competition for Florida’s 1st Congressional District. The contest highlights student achievement in web programming and application development.

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