GHEC to host student robotics competition

Public invited to cheer Martin County youth as they tackle fun STEM challenge

Elementary students from across Martin County, Minn., will be teaming up for an energetic robotics competition at the Granada Huntley East Chain Elementary School the morning of Saturday, Dec. 14th -- and spectators of all ages are welcome to witness this fun application of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in our community.

This Martin County KnowHow! VEX IQ Robotics Competition will see dozens of 5th & 6th graders from the Truman, Fairmont, Martin County West, and Granada-Huntley-East Chain school districts working together to face a friendly collaborative challenge. These students will have spent several weeks building and learning how to operate their VEX IQ robots, and are ready to put their hard work to the test at this exciting STEM event.

Concessions will be available for sale at the free event, scheduled to take place in the small gymnasium.

FAST FACTS:

WHAT: Martin County KnowHow! VEX IQ Robotics Competition for 5th & 6th graders

WHEN: Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon

WHERE: Granada Huntley East Chain Elementary School small gym, 300 Reynolds St, Granada, MN 56039

WHO: Family, friends, and general public invited to attend as spectators (free)

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About Martin County KnowHow! -- Martin County KnowHow! exists to encourage the exploration and application of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) by students of all ages across Martin County, Minnesota. The group is a subcommittee of Project 1590, a local organization dedicated to creating a unique, healthy, and vibrant community. Visit www.McKnow.How for more information.