7th Grader Wins 2nd Place in National Robotics Contest 

Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) is proud to announce that one of its students, Josiah Schubert, a talented 7th grader from Holiday, FL, achieved second place in the 2024 K12 National Robotics Competition. This national event, presented by Stride, brought together top student teams from across the U.S. to showcase their coding, robotics, and problem-solving skills. 

From Florida to the National Stage 

Josiah and his team, CyberCATS (Coding and Technical Stuff), began their robotics journey earlier this year. Competing against hundreds of students, they advanced through two virtual rounds before earning a spot in the finals held in Reston, VA. The team’s dedication and innovation helped them shine amongst other top-performing teams nationwide. 

The Final Rounds 

In the final round of the competition, Josiah and his team faced a challenging task: programming a robot to move two blocks from a starting point to a designated square on a robotics mat. The competition was intense, with each team pushing for precision and innovation, knowing that every second was crucial to success. After months of preparation and practice, the CyberCATS delivered an impressive performance, earning second place a showing of their teamwork, creativity, and dedication to their craft. 

You can see the livestream of the event here

Preparing Students for the Future 

FLCCA’s innovative approach to education empowers students like Josiah to explore their interests while excelling academically. “I love my school because I’ve learned so much, everything from French to coding. I’ve even discovered new interests through FLCCA’s clubs and programs. I can’t wait to compete in next year’s robotics competition.” said Josiah. 

The K12 National Robotics Competition is a shining example of how Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) helps students build real-world skills for future success. Through innovative programs like robotics, coding, and hands-on enrichment opportunities, FLCCA empowers students to develop a strong foundation for thriving careers in STEM fields and beyond. 

Discover how FLCCA can help your child thrive with flexible, innovative programs. Learn more at flcca.k12.com