Welcome to an exciting year of discovery and innovation! In 6th grade, you'll dive into the fascinating world of STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We’ll start by understanding the basics of electronics and circuits, learning how they power the world around us. Then, we’ll move on to VEX Robotics, where you’ll have the chance to build and program your own robots. Get ready for hands-on projects and fun challenges as we explore how technology shapes our future!

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Introduction to STEM

• • Overview: Students will explore the fundamentals of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), understanding how these fields interconnect and influence our daily lives.

  • Key Topics: Definition and importance of STEM, real-world applications, basic problem-solving strategies.

Electronics and Circuits

• • Overview: Students will learn about the basics of electronics and circuits, including how to build simple circuits and understand how they work.

  • Key Topics: Electrical components (resistors, LEDs, switches), circuit diagrams, series and parallel circuits.

Robotics I

• • Overview: Students will engage with Edison robots, learning how to program and operate these robots to complete various tasks and challenges.

  • Key Topics: Introduction to Edison robots, basic programming concepts (using block-based programming), sensors, and robot commands.