People love to watch robots run around and complete complicated tasks. They entertain and intrigue kids of all ages. The Rockville Robotics League is using the popularity of robotics to develop interests in engineering and science in teenagers. We work in small teams to build, program, and operate robots during a series of work sessions. The teens experience an engineering development process and then participate in team competitions. The activities will help them grow their teamwork and leadership skills.

During the summer of 2010 we initiated our league with a workshop and tournament for middle school students. In the fall of 2010 we registered three teams in the FIRST LEGO League competition. We are continuing our efforts throughout 2011 with classes, camps, and competitions. Stay tuned to this web site for future activities.

The Rockville Science Center (RSC) is a non-profit (501(c)(3) organization dedicated to inspiring a passion for lifelong exploration of science by cultivating a sense of inquiry, discovery and understanding of the scientific foundations of everyday life. The Rockville Robotics League is one of a collection of programs that it has initiated to develop science literacy and meet the interests of all our citizens.

For more information, please contact Bob Ekman at robotics@rockvillesciencecenter.org.