Over 600 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 27, 2020 at Seneca College, Newnham Campus.
Where and When:
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January 9, 2020 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Hartman P.S. 130 River Ridge Blvd., Aurora |
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January 15, 2020 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Thornhill Woods P.S. 341 Thornhill Woods Drive, Thornhill |
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January 21, 2020 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Black River P.S. 5279 Black River Rd, Sutton |
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January 23, 2020 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Barbara Reid P.S. 130 Hoover Park Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville |
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January 28, 2020 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Nobleton P.S. 13375 ON-27, Nobleton |
Who:
130 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