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SWA RoboKnights Represent Indonesia at VEX V5 Robotics World Championship in St. Louis, USA
Written by Dr. Haoken

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – The SWA RoboKnights High School team proudly represented Indonesia at the 2026 VEX V5 Robotics World Championship in St. Louis, Missouri, after earning the Excellence Award and becoming Skills Champions at the national championship earlier this year.

The team members representing Indonesia were Moreno from Grade 11, Chloe from Grade 10, Ye Sung from Grade 9, Sara from Grade 9, and Isabel from Grade 8. Together, they carried the Indonesian flag onto the global robotics stage and demonstrated the spirit of teamwork, resilience, and innovation. Competing in the VEX V5 Robotics Competition: Push Back, the team joined top robotics teams from around the world at the America’s Center Convention Complex. For the SWA RoboKnights, this was more than a competition. It was a historic opportunity to represent Indonesia among a global community of young engineers, programmers, designers, and problem-solvers.

During the Parade of Nations, the SWA RoboKnights proudly represented Indonesia, joining students from many countries in a celebration of creativity, engineering excellence, and international friendship. The team was also interviewed by event organizers, giving them the opportunity to share their journey as Indonesia’s representative team and speak about the growth of robotics education in Indonesia. In the competition arena, the team competed in the Engineering Division, where each match tested their robot design, driver control, programming, strategy, and ability to work with alliance partners. In the Push Back game, teams are challenged to score blocks, support their alliance, defend strategically, and respond quickly to fast-changing match conditions.

Across the competition days, the SWA RoboKnights continued to improve. Match by match, they adapted their strategy, strengthened their driving coordination, gained points for their alliance, and defended effectively against opposing teams. Their performance showed important growth, as the team became more confident and more strategic with each competition day.

For Moreno, Chloe, Ye Sung, Sara, and Isabel, the World Championship provided a powerful learning experience. They experienced the pressure of international competition, learned from world-class teams, and developed a deeper understanding of engineering design, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Their participation reflected the heart of the SWA RoboKnights programme: learning through challenge, improving through reflection, and building courage through action.

Beyond the competition field, the students also explored the city of St. Louis. They visited the iconic Gateway Arch, one of the most famous landmarks in the United States, and attended a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game. The Cardinals, one of America’s most historic baseball teams and former World Series champions, gave the students a memorable experience of American sports culture.

The journey to St. Louis was a meaningful milestone for Sinarmas World Academy and the SWA RoboKnights programme. From national success in Indonesia to international representation in the United States, the team demonstrated courage, curiosity, and commitment.

Now, the SWA RoboKnights are already preparing for the next season with renewed confidence, clearer goals, and stronger determination. The team hopes to build on this valuable World Championship experience, continue improving their design and strategy, and return even stronger in future competitions.

SWA RoboKnights Elementary Students Earn Sportsmanship Award in VEX IQ World Championship
Written by Dr. Haoken

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI — The SWA RoboKnights Elementary team proudly celebrated a meaningful achievement as Timofei and Haejin earned the Sportsmanship Award in the VEX IQ World Championship.

This award is a special recognition because it celebrates not only robotics skills, but also the values that are at the heart of meaningful competition: teamwork, respect, fairness, encouragement, and a positive attitude toward others. Throughout the competition, Timofei and Haejin demonstrated the spirit of the SWA RoboKnights programme. They worked together to prepare their robot, practise driving skills, solve problems, and respond to challenges during the competition. As young robotics learners, they showed curiosity, resilience, and confidence while learning from every match.

The VEX IQ competition gave the students valuable experience in robot design, coding, strategy, communication, and collaboration. They learned how to make quick decisions, support one another under pressure, and reflect on how to improve after each round. Their participation showed that robotics is not only about building a robot but also about developing problem-solving skills, confidence, and character. Winning the Sportsmanship Award is a proud moment for Timofei, Haejin, and the SWA RoboKnights community. It reflects how they represented SWA with kindness, respect, and integrity while engaging with other teams in a competitive environment.

This experience will be an important foundation for their future robotics journey. With greater confidence, stronger teamwork, and a deeper understanding of competition, Timofei and Haejin are already preparing to continue learning, building, and growing with the SWA RoboKnights programme.

Their achievement serves as an inspiring example for younger students, showing that success in robotics is measured not only by scores and rankings, but also by the way students learn, collaborate, and represent their school with heart.

Champion Alert! 🏆🏀

Written by Mr. David

Congratulations to Gilang (G8) for achieving the Champion Award at the Hoop Fest 3x3 Basket Competition in Baywalk! We are so proud to see our students excelling in sports and representing the SWA spirit of excellence. Well done, Gilang! 🎉🔥

Big News! Viktoriia Does It Again! 🌟🏆

Written by Mr. David

Huge congratulations to Viktoriia for winning the Honor Award at the Cambridge Economics and Finance Competition Qualifier Round!

Earning this distinction on 18 April 2026, shows incredible hard work and a bright future in the world of finance. We couldn't be prouder to see our students excelling on a global stage.

Keep up the amazing work, Viktoriia! The sky is the limit! 🚀💰

Corporate Social Responsibility
Written by Ms. Evi

A Joyful Visit from Orphans to Sinarmas World Academy

Sinarmas World Academy was delighted to welcome a group of children from Griya Yatim Dhuafa Pamulang for a meaningful and enriching visit to the school. The children arrived with cheerful spirits and were warmly received by the school community.

To begin the day, everyone joined fun icebreaker games that filled the room with laughter and excitement. After the games, the children enjoyed playing together at the school playground and had a wonderful time exploring. For snack time, they were treated to delicious donuts and pizza, which they happily enjoyed. A warm lunch was also provided so the children could share a comforting meal together.

During the creative session, the children made beautiful crafts and decorations with great enthusiasm. They wrote inspiring motivational words on their decorations, while the boys also enjoyed making colourful origami. As part of the visit, the school shared gifts of care, including sacks of rice, boxes of Indomie, and eggs for the children to bring home. The visit was filled with joy, kindness, and unforgettable memories for everyone involved. It was a day where kindness wasn't just a concept—it was a lived experience that we will carry in our hearts for a long time to come.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Written by Ms. Evi

“Sharing Life Through Blood Donation at Sinarmas World Academy”

A blood donation event was held at Sinarmas World Academy on 7th May 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event was organized in cooperation with Palang Merah Indonesia Kota Tangerang Selatan. The blood donation activity was attended by parents, teachers, staff members, security personnel, and cleaners from the school community. The event aimed to help people in need of blood and to promote social care and community service. A total of 53 people registered to donate their blood during the event. After the health screening process, only 35 participants met the requirements to donate blood successfully. The participants who could not donate did not meet the health conditions required for blood donation at that time. The school community was very enthusiastic and hoped that similar humanitarian activities could continue in the future.

Library Clearance Reminder

As we approach the end of academic year, please take note of the following clearance deadlines:

If you have any questions regarding your account or overdue items, please visit the library desk or contact the library team.

SWA FOOD SERVICE
Period: 11-22 May 2026

To stay healthy and maintain a healthy weight, children need to be physically active and consume the right amount of nutrients to balance the energy they use. A healthy diet not only supports a child's growth and development but also has a profound impact on their mental and emotional well-being.

We help you take the stress out of planning your child’s weekly menu by allowing you to simply order from the SWA food service. With the tasty and healthy choices available in the SWA Canteen, students can easily buy food and enjoy school meals.

We are ready to serve you starting at 07:30 a.m. To preorder from our menu, please fill out the order form by Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 12:00 p.m at the latest. Payments can be made using a school ID Card, QRIS or Transfer.

Don't forget to bring your own cutlery for hygiene purposes.