JrFLL Expo

JrFLL Robotics Like Never Before!

It is the fabulous Cornerstone School and Forest High School EMIT Program “Robopalooza” Robotics Tournament.  We are proud to present a robotics event that promises to be one of the largest in the state of Florida. Our goal is to provide a venue for a wide range of robotics activities that will be of interest to any age group.  This extravaganza will feature three separate events: The Cornerstone School “Weasels at Work” First Lego League Tournament featuring 24 Robotics teams (Grades 4 – 8); A Demonstration by the Forest High School EMIT FIRST FRC Robotics Program (High School); and for the first time ever…

• An Exposition for Jr. First Lego League (Grades 1-3)

When?

The Robopalooza Extravaganza which includes The Cornerstone School Jr. FLL Expo, The Cornerstone School “Weasels at Work”  FLL Robotics Tournament, and the Forest High School EMIT Program FRC Robotics Demonstration will be held on Saturday January 7, 2012.  The Robopalooza Opening Ceremony will begin at 9:30am.  A schedule of events will be posted in the near future.

 

Where?

The Robopalooza will be held in the Forest High School located at 5000 SE Maricamp Rd,  Ocala, FL 34480.

What’s Happening?

Jr.  FIRST Lego League teams will present their 2011 Snack Attack™ Challenge projects. This will allow each team an opportunity to showcase their work and meet other kids who share their interest in science and technology.  The intention of our event is to recognize the contributions of each participant and each team, and provide a venue for positive sharing, learning, laughing, and celebrating a task well done!

Wait – there’s more!!!

As part of your Jr. FLL EXPO experience all registered teams will be invited to take part in a special Lego STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) activity.  This activity will be led by the Lego Educators from ALL ABOUT LEARNING.  Their program will involve students in a one hour activity using  LEGO WeDo robots ®.  REMEMBER….this is included as part of your registration fee.

Brief description of activity:

Students will be introduced to robotics through the Lego WeDo  kits.  They will be paired in teams to build a model using legos, motors, and sensors.  Students will then use the LEGO Education WeDo Robotics Software to program their robot to complete a task. This program is intended for students in kindergarten through upper elementary grades.  The main objectives are:

-learning math and science
-comparing and contrasting objects
-extending patterns and language arts
-listening and following directions
-learning mechanical vocabulary
-have FUN!

To learn more about the Lego WeDo Program click on the link below to watch their informative video:

Lego WeDo Robotics Introduction Video

 

Cost?

Registration for the Jr. FIRST Lego League Expo at Robopalooza  is $40.00 per team.  This fee includes the EXPO and the one hour Lego Stem Activity.  It also includes free admission to The Cornerstone School “Spice Weasels at Work”  FIRST Lego League Robotics Tournament as well as the FIRST Robotics Competition Demonstration by the Forest High School EMIT Program.

Important Registration Information

Please complete the  Robopalooza-Info-and-Registration-2012 (JFLL and FLL) .  Mail the Registration Form along with your $40 Team Registration Fee (checks payable to Cornerstone School),  to:

Annie Darley

Cornerstone School

2313 SE Lake Weir Rd

Ocala, FL 34471

•    FLL Consent Forms must be completed for each team member attending the Tournament. Please bring these forms with you the day of the Tournament.  These forms can be found here.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please go to our website: www.robopalooza.com and follow the “Contact Us” link.