F.I.R.S.T. Kick Off
The FIRST season has begun! As the day progresses we are feeling more confident in the outcome of our robot. Design has been thoroughly discussed and the planning has been set. The next six weeks will be hectic and challenging, but it shall also be a great learning experience for all of our members.
Camp Eureka Winter 2011 Recap
All in all, the Hilo Viking Robotics club considers the past camp a great success. All of the kids exceeded our expectations tremendously, producing creative robots that never ceased to amaze us. We’d like to thank all of the parents for supporting our program and your child’s love for robotics. Mahalo nui loa, and hope to see you again soon!
–Pictures will be up soon
VEX Exhibition at Kealakehe HS
This past weekend, the HVR team attended the VEX Exhibition at Kealakehe High School. This competition was an opportunity for all the teams on the Big Island to talk with other teams, show off their robots and their mad skills. As for how we did, HVR ended up taking first place! It was great to talk with the other teams and see what they did differently. A big mahalo to the Kealakehe Robotics team for putting this event together! It was a blast.
Back From Pan Pacific VEX
Every year, the biggest VEX competition in the world is held right in our state, on the island of Oahu. Teams from all over the world are invited to join, and we had the privilege of being one of the 104 teams in the competition.
Hilo Viking Robotics improved immensely. This year, we made it through the seeding matches, placing 13th out of 104th. Our score was 6 wins, 0 ties, 1 loss (6-0-1). Together with our alliance partners Honoka’a and Iolani High school, we made it to the semi-finals. All in all, we believe that we’ve improved not just in terms of making it farther, but as a team. Every member of the team contributed to our victory. Well done, my friends.
Last but not least, a BIG thank you to all of our sponsors for making everything possible, and to our mentors and advisors for supporting 110% us every step of the way. Mahalo!
Camp Eureka Winter 2011: LEGO NXT
Hilo Viking Robotics will be holding a Camp Eureka on December 19th – 23rd
Who can sign up?
Children ages 8-12
How do I sign my child/children up?
Contact one of the following people, and then fill out the signup form which will be posted as soon as it’s available.
Ashley Chen (Camp coordinator) at (808) 238-6658, msashleychen@gmail.com
Dylan Giardina (Camp coordinator) at (808) 987-8724, giardinaski@gmail.com
The following are also avalible for contact in the event the people listed above cannot be reached:
Matt Pearring (Club president) at (808) 964-8688, mpearring@hilovikingrobotics.com
Ryan Nakasato (Club advisor) at (808) 974-4021 x2255, r_nakasato@yahoo.com
How much does it cost?
To be determined. Will be posted as soon as possible.
How may I pay for it?
Cash or check, sent to Hilo High School, 556 Waianuenue Ave 96720 Hilo, HI. Please make checks payable to Hilo High School with the subject/note as “Robotics”
Where is the camp held?
At Hilo High School, 556 Waianuenue Avenue in room C-205