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School News: Leaphart Hosts LEAP Lego Invitational
Twelve First Lego League teams from across the state competed in the Robot Games held at Leaphart Elementary School.
On Nov. 3, Leaphart Elementary School hosted the 2nd annual LEAP Lego Invitational.
Twelve First Lego League teams from across the state competed in the Robot Games.
Teams were expected to build and program an autonomous (no remote control) robot to score points by performing mission tasks. These missions are inspired by this year’s theme, Senior Solutions. Missions require the robot to navigate, capture, transport, or deliver objects. The robot has 2 ½ minutes to complete as many missions as possible.
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This was a great learning experience for all involved as it provides teams with a chance to prepare for their upcoming regional qualifiers.
District 5 was represented in the tournament by Leaphart Elementary, Lake Murray Elementary, and two Chapin Elementary teams.
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Kathryn White, lead teacher at Leaphart Elementary, coordinates the program for the fifth-grade students with the assistance of S. Gantt, J. Burns, M. Little, and Brendan Croom.
Submitted by Cathy Richards, Leaphart Elementary School
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