Eltingville Lutheran School Robotics is an engineering program designed specifically for children in grades 5-8. Students design, build, and program robots to perform various tasks. Robotics programs build science, engineering, and technology skills in a setting that fosters self-confidence, communication, and leadership. Many high schools have recently begun robotics programs where students can build upon the skills they have acquired at ELS.
Eltingville Lutheran has a team that competes against other robotics teams in the metropolitan area. In 2011, the ELS Eagles earned 2nd place in the research part of the Staten Island elementary school competition which qualified the team to compete at the Javits Center in NYC.
Robotics Competition at Susan Wagner High School
The team advances to the Jacob Javits Center.
The team's research.
The team prepares to compete.
Students involved in robotics programs are:
- more than 3 times as likely to major specifically in engineering
- are more likely to pursue a career in science or technology
- more likely to achieve a post graduate degree
- more than twice as likely to volunteer in their community
