Science Fair at Murdock Elementary

We've had a great time in the past being part of Murdock Elementary School's annual Science Fair.
This year, we took a couple of hours from building robots and went to the school to inspire the next generation of roboticists.

The kids had a great time exploring the robot (yes, there is a robot in the middle of all those kids) and we're proud of the way that our team makes learning about robots fun and approachable. Getting down on their level (literally) makes a huge difference.












Can't wait to see what this up and coming group of kids can do!

STRONGHOLD is HERE!

Finally, after waiting patiently since last season, we know what our game for this year is. We knew it was called STRONGHOLD after FIRST collaborated with Disney Imagineering to create a "game hint" video.

We've been thinking and strategizing for weeks, waiting to see the big reveal.

We drove down to Georgia Tech bright and early for Kickoff, where the game would be revealed. The reveal started out with a very clever takeoff on Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and then they showed the game video. 

 Without further ado, we present....

 STRONGHOLD

BUILD YOUR CHAMPION.

RALLY YOUR KINGDOM.

Hightower Trail Middle School FIRST Lego League (FLL) Team Wins Award!

Hightower Trail Middle School earned the FIRST Lego League Mechanical Design Award for their robot at their qualifier on Saturday, December 5, 2015!

Principal Mrs. Montgomery also stopped by to support the team and cheer them on. This rookie team did a fantastic job all the way around and are robo-superstars!

We loved mentoring them and are SO proud of all they've accomplished! Way to go team!

Robotics Queens First Lego League (FLL) Team Wins Award!

Breaking News: Rookie team the Robotics Queens won the FIRST Lego League 3rd Place Champion's Award on December 5, 2015 at their qualifier!

It was an exciting but long day and it ended with the award (and ice cream!). We had a great time mentoring these girls, and it was a true group project.

They had help from our team East Cobb Robotics, Walton Robotics Team, GENIUS Robotics, and Duct-Ties And Zip-Tape. The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Georgia FIRST Robotics as well as Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta were key supporters, and made the whole thing possible. Thank you!

We can't wait to see what great heights these ladies reach!

FULL! Minecraft Camp/Parent's Night Out

Thanks to everyone who signed up for our Parent's Night Out Event. We're looking forward to a fun evening!

This Parent's Night Out Camp is now FULL, but please sign up on our Notify Me form so we can let you know when our next camp will be held.

Questions? Please email info@EastCobbRobotics.org

Parent's Night Out / Minecraft Camp! (Now accepting 1st grade)

Camp and Parent's Night Out

What:          Minecraft Camp / Parent's Night Out
Who:           Available to kids in grades 1st - 8th
When:         Friday, December 4th from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Where:        3162 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 430 Marietta, GA 30062
Hosted By:  East Cobb Robotics Team

Parents, it’s your chance to go out and have some fun or do some Holiday shopping while your kids learn new ways to use Minecraft from East Cobb Robotics Students. The night will be fun filled and your child can get their Minecraft questions answered while playing with other kids.

IMPORTANT Tech Notes: 
For a successful evening, each child needs to:

• Have their own computer-based Minecraft account and know how to log in.
• Bring their own LAPTOP with Minecraft already installed.
• All machines must run Windows, iOS or Linux and have Java installed.    
• No Kindles, iPads, iPhones, or Chromebooks

Cost is $30 per child and includes drinks, snacks, and pizza for dinner. Children must be in grades 1-8.

To register, click on the “Minecraft Camp sign-up” tab!

Questions? Please email info@EastCobbRobotics.org

Can't make it this time, but want to know when our next camp is? Fill out our Notify Me form.


Refunds require a 24 hour cancellation notice. All proceeds go toward East Cobb Robotics' mission of promoting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics).

Planes, Drones, Robots –Oh My!

October was a busy month for East Cobb Robotics.  We visited the Cobb County Radio Control Modeler’s Club in Acworth.

Photo of the team and CCRC members taken by their drone!

CCRC members showcased entry-level radio control airplanes, drones, helicopters and a plane that runs on jet fuel.  (Due to the size of the runway this plane was unable to fly –it is very loud!)  During the demo flights our driver’s fingers were itching to get their hands on the controls!  We are thankful to say there were no crashes or in flight collisions this was due to teaming up with an experienced pilot and strictly following their instruction

A key to successful radio control operation is the controls function logically while the plane is flying away from you however, while flying toward you everything is reversed.  The left lever is now controlling the right flap, etc.  Team members learned about scale, various materials used in exterior construction, electrical systems, thrust, lift, propulsion and what a fun hobby this can be!

It’s no surprise that the careers of our hosts ranged from technology to aeronautical engineering and of course – a pilot!  We really appreciate the time they took with our team and the guidance they provided.