Identifying rotation, reflection, translation and tessellation in this example
Part of the next Maths unit at year 7, the students are applying their knowledge of geometric concepts. The students will create their own logo to demonstrate translation, tessellation, rotation and reflection. We will be using Google Draw to create a vector drawing (SVG file) and then we will be able to laser cut these logos.
This year the Robocup event took place just over the fence at Selwyn House School.The week leading up to the competition is always tense and comes around way too fast.
Robots are programmed and tested extensively in preparation to face students from other schools.No matter how well planned each team is, there always seems to be gremlins on competition day.Last minute changes are inevitable. Being able to debug and find the problem, then to fix the errors are part of the ongoing cycle for the day. Students entered in the search and rescue section, face four rounds with different challenges. Completing the route under the two minute time limit adds pressure for the participants.
Students who opt to enter in the theatre section face an interview panel to explain their process. Teams then have two minutes to perform. This can involve robots that tell a story with music and props. Students might narrate, dance, act alongside their robots and be dressed in costumes.
Both of these sections we entered in this year by St Margaret’s girls.
Congratulations:
Steminists: Year 12 student Holly Macdonald, and Year 11 students Mia Wright and Hattie Compton-Moen who finished
1st in Premiere Theatre with a story line of Romeo and Juliet.
The Mockingjays: Year 8 students Tessa Sitjes and Mia Fraser achieved 2nd in the Senior Search and Rescue competition.
Tessa is praying to the robot gods that her robot is going to behave and do what's it's been programmed to do
This competition provides students opportunities to develop a range of skills. Beyond learning to programme their robots they also have to manage their time, problem solve, communicate effectively, share roles and responsibilities and work in a team. Patience and perseverance are severely put to the test. These girls are now considering Robocup Nationals in Dunedin in mid September.
A massive thank you to Anna Ross our Robotics tutor. If any students want to join the Robotics Club and have a go, this runs Tuesday after school and Friday period 5.
Mockingjays take out 2nd in the Senior Search and Rescue
