Congratulation to Team...
RICE and BEANS
The winner from the first half of the year had to wait until the second half determined their winner. Then it was the best of 5 matches to determine the overall winner. Which they did in 2 straight wins, lost one and then another win to end 3-1.
Congrats!!!! Job Well Done.
To all 8th Grade students
As you can see from the pictures showing only some of the qualified robots, teams are ready for next weeks Sumo Competition. Good Luck to all.
To all 6th graders in sections 6-15 through 6-18
In the next few classes we will be getting all the students logged into their accounts and start the process of learning Computer Science. Or as some would say, learning how to program.
Good learning and have some fun.
To all 6th graders in sections 11-14
Be sure to make use of Tynker.com to help learn the basics of programming. We are quickly approaching Thanksgiving so make good use of your time. Also keep in mind we will only have a limited time after we return from Christmas Break so use your time wisely and get help when you need it.
To all 6th graders in sections 11-14
Be sure to make use of Tynker.com to help learn the basics of programming. There will only be a limited time after we return from Christmas Break so use your time wisely and get help when you need it.
8th grade - Introduction to Robotics
The first class of 8th Grade student have completed the Binary worksheets and are now working on Robotics Projects. The remaining 8th grade classes will be finishing very soon and will also be moving onto Robotics
The students will first build their starting robot then start in on the "Driving Test" by completing all four objectives.
1. 5-3-4
2. Parallel Parking
3. Block Push (Called the O'Brian)
4. Slalom Course
If any student(s) has not completed their project(s) please see Mr. Falcon to obtain any extra help they may request and/or to make up any work.
We are happy to announce the Round Robin Schedules for the second half of the year are set up and ready to be played. Next week teams will have their robot inspected in order to qualify for the competition. Reminder of the most important requirements:
1. Robots may not move or expand for the first 5 seconds of all matches.
2. Robots must fit in the 8"x 7" box and not expand until after the 5 seconds.
3. Robots must have their cables routing internally to protect them.
4. All sensor must be protected from contact except the button which requires contact.
8-15 Sumo Competition Schedule Schedule
8-16 Sumo Competition Schedule Schedule
8-17 Sumo Competition Schedule Schedule
8-18 Sumo Competition Schedule Schedule
To all 6th graders in sections 15 to 18 the programming projects have begun. You will make use of Tynker.com to help learn the basics of programming.
The following teams should be congratulated for a job well done winning their class sections. Below you can see the Tournament Schedule for the sectional finals. Pictures of each winner is also below.
Sectional Finals Round Robin listing
8 - 11
8 - 12
8 - 13
To all 6th graders in sections 11 to 14 the programming projects have begun. They will make use of Tynker.com to help you learning the basics of programming.
Students have begun building their robots and will then begin programming them to meet the requirements of the Driving Test project. Stay tuned for more updates showing the student's success.
Today's competition allowed many different configurations which allowed the students to see how the different design had their own pros and cons.
In First Place Team Eric
Team Eric's strategy was to play it safe but then push the opponent around using their positional advantage.
In Second Place Team Matt
Team Matt's strategy was one of aggression but also pausing before going for the win to make sure.
In Third Place Team Ruby
Team Ruby's strategy was "Hug the Edge" then attack if you find the opponent.
To all grades sections 1 through 4
The 6th grade classes have started learning how to program using Tynker. This is a web based program so as long as they have internet access the students can continue to enjoy learning.
The 7th grade classes have started on the transportation project called Designing a CO2 car. They'll be making use of the design process learned in the previous assignment while using supplies from Pitsco.
The 8th grade classes have started on the next steps to improving their understanding of how Robotics and programming are interconnected.
