Nighthawk Robotics Club
The Nighthawk Robotics is a club whose mission is to construct robots using computer programming and they compete against other clubs from around the region and world. The club, which started six years ago by teacher advisor Kevin Bradley and a small group of students, has grown rapidly, thanks in part to the club's early success. Two years ago, one of the school's teams placed third at the national competition in Omaha and last year 2 of the teams qualified for the world championships in Orlando, FL. The robots, built using Vex Robotics materials, can cost up to $2,000 apiece. The club doesn't get any financial support from the school, so Mr. Bradley applies for grants and members hold fundraisers to pay for their parts and trips. This year, the club also received a $10,000 grant from the Roripaugh Family Foundation. The Southwest Community Development Organization helped the school apply for the grant, which will be used to purchase supplies and pay for club activities, including the trip to Dallas.
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