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Way to Go CocoNuts
on your amazing success in
Spring 2022 Regional Competitions!
on your amazing success in
Spring 2022 Regional Competitions!
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Colorado Regional—Denver, March 24–26, 2022
The CocoNuts finished 3rd overall in the competition and went on to Captain the 2nd seeded alliance. They made it all the way to the finals and took 2nd place overall in the competition. They also received the Innovation in Control Award which celebrates an innovative control system or application of control components such as electrical, mechanical, or software, to provide unique machine function. “Even though their bot refused to listen at first, this team never lost sight of the goal while evading defenders. In a nutshell, this team’s innovation allows their bot to go NUTS on the tarmac!” Colorado Regional Judges |
Utah Regional—Salt Lake City, April 7–9, 2022
The CocoNuts finished 2nd overall in the rankings against some very competitive teams, and captained the 2nd seeded alliance. In the finals, they lost the first match and won the second to take it to a third tie breaker match, losing that match by a very close margin. They were honored with the highest award in the competition, the Utah Regional Chairman's Award which honors the team that best represents a model for other teams to emulate and best embodies the purpose and goals of FIRST. The Chairman’s Award is presented to the team judged to have the most significant measurable impact among its participants and community over a sustained period, not just a single build season. The winner is able to demonstrate progress towards FIRST’s mission of transforming our culture. “This team’s outreach, mentoring, and community service are impressive examples of FIRST principles. From sustainability, financial support and advocacy for the underserved, these young adults are colorful examples of the true FIRST spirit that will leave a legacy. In a NUTSHELL, we are Nuts about these ambassadors of FIRST.” Utah Regional Judges |
Community STEM Events
The 2023 Flagstaff Festival of Science will be held September 22nd–October 1st. The Festival serves to connect and inspire the citizens of Northern Arizona, particularly youth, with the wonders of science and the joy of scientific discovery.
The Flagstaff "STEMMY" Awards--The STEMMY Awards event is held annually to recognize STEM Teachers, Students, and Community Leaders of the Year.
The Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration--a special event that brings 65+ STEM organizations and 2,000+ members of the community together for hands-on STEM experiences. This is a free event sponsored by STEM City in partnership with several business, government, and educational entities.
The 2023 Flagstaff Festival of Science will be held September 22nd–October 1st. The Festival serves to connect and inspire the citizens of Northern Arizona, particularly youth, with the wonders of science and the joy of scientific discovery.
The Flagstaff "STEMMY" Awards--The STEMMY Awards event is held annually to recognize STEM Teachers, Students, and Community Leaders of the Year.
The Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration--a special event that brings 65+ STEM organizations and 2,000+ members of the community together for hands-on STEM experiences. This is a free event sponsored by STEM City in partnership with several business, government, and educational entities.
STEM Programs- Current and Past
CommunityShare--A program that connects educators, students, and community members to create real-world learning experiences. This initiative taps into the wealth of knowledge and experiences within the community, fostering meaningful collaboration and innovative educational opportunities..
iCreate Bioscience Program--A three-year National Science Foundation funded project, ending in 2019, that tested a model of community engagement in STEM learning through the design and implementation of a high school level career and technical education (CTE) bioscience course.
Pathways to Engineering—A previous three-year National Science Foundation-funded project that aimed to accelerate delivery of key STEM Pathway programs and activities through collaborations among eight rural Arizona community colleges—including Coconino Community College—to prepare more students with STEM certifications and degrees supporting workforce needs.
CommunityShare--A program that connects educators, students, and community members to create real-world learning experiences. This initiative taps into the wealth of knowledge and experiences within the community, fostering meaningful collaboration and innovative educational opportunities..
iCreate Bioscience Program--A three-year National Science Foundation funded project, ending in 2019, that tested a model of community engagement in STEM learning through the design and implementation of a high school level career and technical education (CTE) bioscience course.
Pathways to Engineering—A previous three-year National Science Foundation-funded project that aimed to accelerate delivery of key STEM Pathway programs and activities through collaborations among eight rural Arizona community colleges—including Coconino Community College—to prepare more students with STEM certifications and degrees supporting workforce needs.