Senior Robotics - SUMO BOTS! (9+)
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Senior Robotics - SUMO BOTS! Mondays, 10:00-10:55 AM Teacher: Robert Hill Course Cost: $360 Course Duration: 15 weeks Ages: 9+ Course Description: Senior robotics encourages the exploration and application of STEAM-based principles through building and programming robots for students ages 9-18. No previous experience with robotics is necessary. Returning students will be given the freedom to build upon past experiences on new platforms and challenges. Activities focus on honing critical thinking skills, perseverance and teamwork as students learn to program, use sensors and design attachments. Students will be divided into age-appropriate groups (upper elementary, middle and high school). For the spring 2026, we will explore the world of Battle Bots and compete in our own TriRobot Cup! Teams of students will compete to out-program, out-design and out-build their peers. There will be a friendly competition between LEAD, Sarah Smith, Warren T. Jackson, Virginia Highland and Springdale Park Elementary Schools at the end of the semester. Using the LEGO MINDSTORM EV3 and RC battle bot platforms, students will learn programming and building skills that will translate nicely to the FLL competition we compete in each Fall. For those not necessarily interested in competing in the SUMO challenge, there will be options to build a host of helper bots as well as the robotic arena itself. Hexbug Nanos, Spheros, as well as a couple of new surprises will make guest appearances throughout the season. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME. Since there is no FLL competition in the spring, Senior Robotics ends 30 min earlier than it does in the fall.
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Refund Policy: The LEAD Refund policy for dropping a class is as follows: • Class canceled 1+ weeks before classes begin = full refund of class and LEAD fees. • Class canceled 1 week before OR after classes begin = no refund of LEAD fees. Refund of class fees is up to the discretion of the instructor. If, for some reason, a class you have signed up for is canceled by LEAD or the instructor (either before or after the start of classes), you will have the option of receiving a refund of your LEAD per-class fee or applying it to another class. These terms are subject to change per semester.