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<Personal post> Our local news featured my daughter, Sana Shah’s FIRST Robotics team, Flaming Chickens from Catlin Gabel School. The team recently competed at the World Robotics Championships in Houston after winning the Pacific Northwest championship among 127 teams. Overall, they emerged as the top 3% of the 3000+ teams worldwide (their personal best). What’s unique about their 70-person team is that high school students entirely design, fabricate, and program the robot. No 'adult' mentors can touch the robot. This self-imposed rule often can be a disadvantage in matches, but the learning experience is unmatched. Sana Shah is the co-president and the software manager of the team (the 70-person team is run like a company by the students). This year, she ended up working more on design (CAD). Proud of the team and my kiddo. Thanks kindly to the robotics director Kevin Forbes, coach Dale Yocum. Dean Kamen and the FIRST volunteers have started a robotics revolution in schools through the FIRST program. Sana or I would be happy to talk if you have a kid in elementary through high school and would like to learn about this program. Sana started with FIRST in 2nd grade (at a non-competitive, age-appropriate level). https://lnkd.in/dq7sF_wJ #morethanrobots #FIRST #Robotics

Had a fun and different days training last Saturday with Francesca Betteni, giving a workshop for the TASIS-Switzerland school robotics team. We spent the day learning how to manage projects and how to communicate and work in teams! A lot of fun, and lots of practical tools and tips for them to use, so that they can hopefully win the next national championships! #projectmanagement #teachkidssoftskills #practicallearning

Goodnight Full Volume, Season 2023-2024. You taught us so much and how important it is to let the students discover your game and the learning you had to offer them. You remained steadfastly student centred and for that, we respect your game. We end the season knowing that we fulfilled our goals and did the best we could in every way. #robotics #season #competition #kids #students #innovatetechacademy Gary Gopinathan Shanna Gopinathan Innovate Technology & Robotics Academy

This is the official game animation for the 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition game, CRESCENDO presented by Haas. The game was announced Saturday, January 6, 2024. For more information, visit the link below: www.firstinspires.org/frc Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. FIRST Robotics Competition is called the ultimate Sport for the Mind. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.” Under strict rules, limited time and resources, teams of students are challenged to raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and build and program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors. It’s as close to real-world engineering as a student can get. Volunteer professional mentors lend their time and talents to guide each team. Each season ends with an exciting FIRST Championship. #Haas #CRESCENDO #Robotics #Competition #Game #Teamwork #Science #Technology #Innovation

Interesting robot game concept🎯🤖🦾🎮: official game animation for the 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition game

It's National Robotics Week, and the future is here! This week is all about celebrating the incredible world of robotics and its potential to transform our lives. From innovative robots in factories to helpful assistants in our homes, robotics is shaping our world in exciting ways. Ways you can celebrate National Robotics Week: 🤖Explore Local Events: Many communities host robotics demonstrations and workshops during National Robotics Week. Check out your local library, museums, or schools for events you can attend! 🤖Get Hands-On: There are many robotics kits available for all ages. Building and programming your own robot is a fantastic way to learn about robotics principles and have fun! 🤖Think About the Future: How do you see robots impacting your life in the coming years? Share your thoughts on social media using #NationalRoboticsWeek!

🤔 What does it take to achieve it? 💪 For these students, it means setting up camp on the school tables and pushing themselves to the limit in the lead-up to the robotics competition. 🚀 Are you ready to join these students on the road to greatness? 💬 Leave a comment and let us know what it takes for you to achieve your goals! #dedication #hardwork #arduinoproject #students #success #roboticscompetition 🤖

🚀 Igniting Innovation: Madrid Teen World Robot Olympiad at IE School of Science and Technology! 🤖 Last Saturday, the Robotics Club at IE School of Science and Technology hosted the Madrid Teen tournament of the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) at the IE Tower. This was a groundbreaking event as it was the first WRO organized by IE students! 🌟 Four teams of talented students competed in two exciting categories: 1. Robo Sports: Students brought fully autonomous robots to play dynamic games. 2. Robo Mission: Students assembled dismantled robots on-site to solve tasks on a field. The winners earned a qualification certificate for the national round, while all participants received a participation certificate. 🏅 The World Robot Olympiad has been inspiring young minds since 2004, with over 60,000 participants from more than 95 countries. These platforms help students gain leadership skills and practical experience with cutting-edge technologies. 🌐 A huge shoutout to Robert Polding Valentina Matos Sanín Simonida Jekić Vera Prohaska Diego Sanmartin Pablo Ortega Gayo Manuel S. for helping in building such an amazing event. Thank you to all the participants and organizers for making this event a success! 👏 What do you think about the role of robotics in education? Share your thoughts in the comments! 💬 #Robotics #Innovation #Education #WRO #IEUniversity #STEM #FutureLeaders #TechSavvy #YouthEmpowerment

🚀 What is WRO? 🌍 World Robot Olympiad (WRO) is an event incorporating science, technology, education and robotics which brings together young people from all over the world to develop their creativity and problem-solving skills through challenging and educational robotics competitions 🤖 💬Comment below if you’d like to know more about the WRO.

This is incredible.... High School students are building and programming these robots! In just a few short months, these young STEM enthusiasts, supported by Riverside, have catapulted to the top ranks of global robotic teams! Their transition from learners to emerging innovators is a testament to the transformative power of dedicated support and mentorship in STEM fields. The journey of these ambitious young minds, now among the world's elite in robotics, underscores the impact of strategic backing and guidance. Riverside's role in fostering these talents goes beyond sponsorship; it is a nurturing partnership that empowers future leaders of technology. Let's celebrate this remarkable milestone achieved by these young innovators and the visionary support from Riverside Research. Their progress is not just inspiring—it's a beacon for the potential of youth in STEM. How do you think support from institutions like Riverside changes the trajectory for young innovators? Share your thoughts! GOOD LUCK AT WORLDS #STEM #Robotics #YouthInTech #FutureLeaders #RiversideResearch #InnovationExcellence