Welcome to the Desert Chicken Lab!
We are a passionate group of builders, coders, and problem-solvers dedicated to exploring the world through FIRST® LEGO® League. Since our journey began in 2023, our team has been driven by a simple mission: to push the boundaries of what’s possible with a few thousand LEGO bricks and a lot of imagination.
Our Journey So Far
In just a few short seasons, the Desert Chickens have transformed from a group of curious beginners into a high-performing robotics squad. We pride ourselves on our technical precision and our ability to work as a cohesive unit under pressure.
Our Track Record of Excellence:
Robot Design Champions: We have been honored with the Robot Design Award twice, recognizing our commitment to innovative engineering, robust mechanical builds, and efficient programming.
Sectional Contenders: Our performance on the field and in the judging room has earned us two consecutive advancements to the Sectional Tournament, placing us among the top teams in our region.
What We Value
While the trophies are great, our team is built on the FIRST Core Values:
Value: How We Live It!
Discovery: We explore new skills in Python/Word Blocks and mechanical engineering.
Innovation: We don't just follow instructions; we iterate and improve our attachments.
Impact: We apply our "Innovation Project" ideas to help our local community.
Teamwork: Every line of code and every gear ratio is a collaborative effort.
Fun: We celebrate our wins, laugh through our "epic fails," and make sure every practice includes a healthy dose of jokes.
We are 4th-8th graders at Reilly Elementary School.
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Desert Chickens will try their hardest by showing persistence.
Desert Chickens will involve everyone in coding and missions.
Desert Chickens will discover new things.
Desert Chickens will innovate by learning from their mistakes by completing codes, missions, and research projects.