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Goal

ROBOGATORS is a LEGO Robotics Junior team from Elbridge Gale Elementary School in Wellington, FL. ROBOGATORS, a team made up of four second graders and two third graders, worked tirelessly to build a LEGO city with coded robotic components highlighting teamwork, innovation, and inspired leadership. Their city proudly boasts eco-friendly power solutions, such as hydroelectricity and bio-fuel, and is enjoyable for all persons with buildings specifically designed for those needing Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations. All of this hard work paid off on January 16, 2020 when their team received an invitation to attend the FIRST LEGO League World Festival in Houston, TX, April 15-18, 2020!

The ROBOGATORS are excited to be Wellington’s FIRST Robotics Junior team to be invited to the FIRST® Lego League World Festival and is the only Junior team in Palm Beach County to receive such an honor for this year! But we need your help. We have less than two months to fund the entire trip to Houston, TX. Our estimates put the need at more than $10,000 for the week long trip. This amount covers airfare, hotel, food, shipping their project to Houston, and any other unforeseen incidentals. All of the proceeds collected will go towards funding the six kiddos and their two coaches.  

What will be done with my students

"Guided by adult coaches, teams (up to 6 members, grades K-4) explore a real-world scientific problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc. Then they create a "Show Me" poster that illustrates their journey of discovery and introduces their team. They also construct a motorized model of what they learned using LEGO elements. In the process, teams learn about teamwork, the wonders of science and technology, and the "FIRST" Core Values, which include respect, sharing, and critical thinking. At the close of each season, teams come together at Expos to strut their stuff, share ideas, celebrate, and have fun!" (http://www.juniorfirstlegoleague.org/about-jrfll) 

Benefits to my students

At the world showcase, the ROBOGATORS will have an opportunity to interact with 51 other FIRST LEGO League Juniors teams from around the world. Here, they will have the opportunity to demonstrate their talents for the world to see. The ROBOGATORS will be able to continue to hone their leadership, teamwork, inclusion, and innovation skills all while having fun. Lastly, the ROBOGATORS will have an opportunity to view what it will take to earn a spot at the world stage when they reach the FIRST LEGO League (the next step up) at the age of 9. 

Budget Narrative

We do need to purchase the plane tickets soon so any amount you feel comfortable donating would be greatly appreciated! The ROBOGATORS are very excited to represent their school, community, and state at the World Festival and cannot thank you enough for your generosity to send them on this life-changing trip. Please share this site with everyone! Together, we can send these hard-working kids (coders, builders, and engineers) and coaches on a well-earned trip to showcase their talents on the world stage.
 

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