Media Advisory
1/24/2019
Over 500 students in Grades 4-8 will compete in four regional elementary robotics competitions. Students will compete in various tasks that give them an opportunity to develop and apply skills in coding, problem solving and collaboration.
Top teams will be invited to attend the York Region Skills Challenge on February 28, 2019 at Seneca College, Newnham Campus.
Where and When:
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January 29, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Hartman P.S. 130 River Ridge Blvd., Aurora |
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January 31, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Nobleton P.S. 13375 Hwy. 27, Nobleton |
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February 6, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Thornhill Woods P.S. 341 Thornhill Woods Drive, Thornhill |
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February 7, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Barbara Reid P.S. 130 Hoover Park Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville |
Who:
Over 120 elementary school students at each regional competition, and their teachers.
For more information contact:
Reshma Badiani
Curriculum Consultant, York Region District School Board
Telephone: 905-727-0022 x3369
Email: reshma.badiani@yrdsb.ca