Roeper Robotics

Why Robotics?

Educational robotics is poised to revolutionize the learning landscape by equipping children with essential skills and preparing them for a future where AI and robotics are integral to their lives ....  [It] can serve various purposes in enhancing learning experiences. [Robotics] can promote active engagement, problem-solving, and collaboration among students as active learning tools. By introducing robotics in the classroom, children can develop their critical thinking and creativity skills. - Alexandra Bustos Iliescu  - "Robotics for Good"

Our Robotics program is lead by Tech Integration, Maker Space and Robotics Leader, Wendy Mayer who has been working in our Robotics program for 8 year starting after Linda Pence retired. She is assisted by Upper School biology teacher, Logan Parkison. The HS OCCRA team competes 3 times in the fall semester. MS Vex IQ teams usually go to 2-3 events. Starting in January they form MS and HS teams for Robofest.
RECENT ROBOTICS NEWS:

On November 19, the Lower School Robotics team ended their rookie season as they competed in their very first FIRST LEGO League of Michigan Upper Elementary Competition at Bishop Foley Catholic High School. The team consisted of second-year Stage III and Stage IV students. Under the direction of Coaches Sam Husczo, Jen Ziemann, Jeff Hauer, Sarahlin Smith, and Jenny O'Laughlin, all three teams representing The Roeper Lower School finished with scores over 100—an impressive feat for a first-year team. 

Five Middle School Robotics teams attended the second competition at Notre Dame Prep on this past Saturday. Join us at the finals on Saturday, December 9 (also at Notre Dame Prep). 

The Upper School Robotics team finished up the season at the County Championships at Walled Lake Western on Saturday, November 18.  

Upper School student Neel Grover attended the UMC Challenge at Lawrence Tech on Saturday, November 4.