Robotics
Robotics
Welcome to Robotics Club at LMS!
There will be an Interest Meeting held later in August for information on the 26-27 season. In the past, we have competed in VEX IQ competitions at the local and state level. This upcoming season may look a little different due to recent changes in the robotics community, but please stay tuned for updates! Announcements will be posted on the website, in the newsletter, and in the Robotics Club ParentSquare group.
What We Do: From September to February, students will collaborate through the engineering and design process to design, build, and test robots that will compete in local competitions, which are typically held on Saturdays. Students will learn important academic and life skills, such as teamwork, organization, problem-solving, perseverance, communication, and professionalism. There are roles available for a variety of interests and skills, such as researcher, builder, coder, notebook manager, and driver. If students make it to State, they will compete in Auburn in February, and then if they make it Worlds, they will compete in St. Louis, MO, in April.
There are also opportunities for drone challenges. We have never competed in the drone competitions before, but you could be a part of our first ever drone team!
When We Meet: Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 3:30-5:00 pm starting in August (specific date TBA).
Where We Meet: Blue 238, and then we will go down to Purple Pod 110 CTE Lab together
Fees: This year’s fee will be about $120 that can be paid online or by cash/check to me (exact amount will be determined soon). This fee covers team registration for competitions. This amount may increase depending on if we do T-shirts or if we make it to State or Worlds.
Competitions: We typically attend three to four competitions (Saturdays in December - February) to try and qualify for State. Competitions generally run from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. The closest competitions tend to be held in Hartselle, Arab, and the Birmingham area. A competition schedule will be announced in the Fall once all competitions are listed.
Current Game (26-27 Season): VEX IQ Level Up/RECF Tier Takeover (see video below)
For more information about VEX IQ and this year's game, go to this website link.
For more information about RECF Engage and this year’s game, go to this website link.
25-26 Season Achievements (Mix & Match):
1st Place Teamwork - Team 35758A "TekLions" with Peter G., Aayush P., Rohin S., Jakari S., Razeen B., and Braxton M.
- 2nd in Qualification Matches (Average Score of 106.4)
- 1st in Finals (Score of 170)
- Invitation to the State Championship in Auburn
24-25 Season Achievements (Rapid Relay):
Middle School Excellence Award Runner-Up: Team 35758C "The Olympians" with Jonah Y., Rayn C., Henry W., and Aaron C.
- Overall high-scoring robot, notebook, and interview
- Invitation to the State Championship in Auburn (placed 12th in Robot Skills)
Sponsor:
Madison Peterson (mkpeterson@madisoncity.k12.al.us)
Blue 238
Feel free to email or stop by my room with any questions!