COMMUNITY OUTREACH & EVENTS
Team Bumblebee hosted a booth in Willow Grove Elementary School’s STEM Night to introduce young students to the world of FIRST robotics through fun, hands-on learning. Approximately 200 kids and adults were in attendance. We made 3D-printed scooterbots for over 75 kids helping them explore basic engineering concepts with guidance from the team members. The event sparked curiosity, encouraged creat
Scooterbots were 3D printed for the Willow Grove STEM night event. What a great way to introduce young kids to building mini robots. It was a huge hit and all 75 were handed to kids!
Alongside LJCDS's FTC Team Limited Liability, we joined forces to showcase out robots at a lively Winter Festival event held at the La Jolla Country Day campus.
Team Bumblebee and Runtime Terror received an exclusive tour and live demo of Spectacles' new Augmented Reality glasses, gaining a firsthand look at this innovative technology. We explored the systems and engineering behind the product, learning how hardware and software come together to create immersive AR experiences. The visit broadened our understanding of emerging tech and inspired new ideas
Team Bumblebee participated in Willow Grove Elementary School’s STEM Night, engaging over 150 students with fun and interactive learning activities. The team handed out buttons along with STEM-themed puzzles and quizzes, giving kids exciting challenges to take home and continue exploring. Through these efforts, they encouraged curiosity, reinforced problem-solving skills, and inspired interest in
Bright and early on a Saturday morning at the Carmel Mountain Library to promote FIRST and share the excitement of robotics with the community. We demonstrated our robot in action, giving families a firsthand look at engineering and teamwork in practice. The event also helped connect parents and students with local FLL and FTC teams, encouraging greater involvement in STEM opportunities.
Partnering with FTC Team Definitely Human, we introduced La Jolla elementary school students to the exciting world of STEM and robotics. Through interactive activities and demonstrations, students learned about innovation, teamwork, and the creativity involved in building and competing with robots. The experience highlighted the fun and collaborative spirit of STEM learning within a robotics compe
A fun in-person tutorial learning about the difference between a standard power switch and the new goBILDA Floodgate power switch during a session led by a U.S. Navy electrical engineer. The experience highlighted the technology behind components often overlooked in robotics, deepening their understanding of how design impacts performance and safety. It also showcased the value of collaboration an
Team Bumblebee attended an engaging presentation on UC San Diego’s nanorobotics program, gaining insight into how engineering and medicine intersect in cutting-edge research. We learned about how tiny robotic systems can be used in medical applications, expanding their perspective on real-world STEM impact. Our team also connected with graduate students, sharing details about their robots and exch