ROBOTICS CLUBS 2025-26 School Year
The St. Patrick School Robotics Program is an extracurricular activity available to students of all ages.
FIRST Lego League - Explore - Grades K-2nd - a Lego-based program that teaches the basics of robotics programming, construction, and problem-solving using simplified Lego robots. Practices will be weekly for 10 weeks beginning in February at a time/location to be determined.
FIRST Lego League - Pre-FLL Challenge - Grades 3rd - a Lego-based program that continues teaching the basics of robotics programming, construction, and problem-solving. This program uses the competition Lego robots and prepares the students to participate seamlessly with Lego League - Challenge teams. Practices will be weekly for 10 weeks beginning in February at a time/location to be determined.
FIRST Lego League - Challenge - Grades 4th-6th - a Lego-based program that develops students' skills in robotics programming, construction, and problem-solving, as well as a research project focused on a common theme (this year is Archaeology). The team will compete in regional/state competition(s) in the Fall. Practices will be weekly (gradually twice per week) on Sundays at the Adult Faith Formation Center near the Parish Life Center.
FIRST Technical Challenge (FTC) - Grades 7th-8th - an advanced program that develops students' skills in Java-based robotics programming and metal- and plastic-working construction, as well as technical documentation and presentation. The team will participate in regional/state competitions in the Fall. Practices will be weekly (gradually twice per week) on Sundays at the Adult Faith Formation Center near the Parish Life Center.
COACHES: Also, we are always looking for new coaches and mentors (parents, grandparents, high school students, etc.) for the program. No previous training required. We can coach the coaches.
DONATIONS: Whether participating or not, we are always looking for tabletop tools (belt sander, grinder, soldering kit, etc.).
SPONSORSHIPS: There are also opportunities for sponsorships of the robotics program complete with recognition on our team shirts and marketing material. Select Sponsorship Form below.
If you are interested in registering your child for Robotics for the upcoming school year, please register below.
FIRST Lego League - Explore - Grades K-2nd = $80
FIRST Lego League - Pre-FLL Challenge - Grades 3rd = $80
FIRST Lego League - Challenge - Grades 4th-6th = $150
FIRST Technical Challenge (FTC) - Grades 7th-8th = $200
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Mike Larson at ndmikelarson@gmail.com if you are interested or have questions regarding the Robotics Club.