DISD Robotics
Dickinson ISD Robotics Playbook
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EARLY STEM LEARNING
The path towards a passion for STEM learning starts early in Dickinson ISD with our Robotics program. Beginning with the VEX IQ system in 5th Grade and moving to more advanced VEX V5 in grades 6-12, the robotics in DISD ensure students experience hands-on, minds-on learning with programmable robotics systems, performance competitions, and embedded work in the scientific research and design process that make it all work.
LEARNING THROUGH COMPETITION
Robotics competitions are the heart of the program with both VEX IQ and V5 systems. Teams at each campus compete with robotics skills and gameplay to test their learning, practice problem-solving and collaboration, and engage in design processes to beat opponents. Competitions are both in-district and with other teams in the area. Competitions are in-person, allowing students to hone their skills through play.
SPIKE Essentials for Elementary
LEGO® Education solutions link STEAM instruction to real-world experiences in an intuitive and fun way. Students engage in engineering, data analysis, and communication, developing skills like critical thinking and collaboration.
VEX IQ for Middle Schools
VEX IQ is based on plastic, snap-together pieces specifically designed to build highly functional robots. This system doesn’t require any prior knowledge in robotics. Students can easily build their first robot, and the wide variety of additional parts means that they can build anything they imagine as they continue to learn.
VEX V5 for Junior Highs
VEX V5 represents the fifth generation of education robotics systems developed by VEX to teach STEM principles. V5 electronics are approachable, flexible, and powerful, to ensure relevant education outcomes. The V5 mechanical system includes versatile elements that make engineering approachable for novice users while providing experienced users with endless design possibilities. VEX allows students to hone critical computational thinking skills needed to succeed in both the 21st-century workforce and in everyday life.