TJ IOI 2026

TJHSST's very own high school programming contest.

Date: Saturday, May 2nd

Join students across the world in a fun, challenging programing competition.
Compete in teams for some sick prizes!
Whether you're a beginner or seasoned veteran, we're sure you'll learn something new!

Registration closes in 02:01:01:02

Logistics

The contest will be held in-person and online on Saturday, May 2nd.

The in-person contest will be at the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, open to anyone. Registration is first come first serve and each team not from TJHSST must be registered with an adult sponsor or chaperone. The team sponsor must stay in the building for whole contest time and may proctor the contest. Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Registration for the online version will open soon.

If you have any questions or concerns, email us at tjioiofficers@gmail.com.

Tentative Schedule

9:30am - 10:00am	Arrival and check-in
10:00am - 11:30am	Set-up, opening ceremony, practice round, etc.
11:30am - 12:30pm	Lunch (provided)
12:30pm - 3:30pm	Coding time
3:30pm - 4:00pm	Award ceremony

After you register, we will use email to communicate more specific details and logistics.

Code

For the in-person contest, our grader will support C++17, Java 17.0.14, and Python 3.11.2. The information on how to access the grading website/online judge will be provided the day of the contest.
All input will be read through standard input, and output should be done through standard output.

Contest

Problems will range from USACO Bronze level to USACO Platinum level.
Rankings will be determined by the number of problems solved. Tiebreakers will be broken by penalties (incorrect submissions and time submitted).
In-person teams should use a desktop we provide.
Communication between non-team members and unauthorized use of the internet will result in immediate disqualification.
Students are allowed to bring written reference material, paper, and writing utensils.

Prizes

The top 5 pre-college teams attending in-person in each division (High School, Middle School, TJ Students) will receive gift cards totalling for over $1000 and a certificate.