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Robotics Principles - Explore
Spring 2023

RPEX Spring 2023

Information on RPEX for Spring 2023 is OUT NOW! Check out more details down below! Sign-Ups are nomination-based, so please check in with your teacher to find out more!

About Robotics Principles - Explore (RPEX)

The program introduce students to Python, a high-level text based programming language, but due to the simplicity of the language’s syntax, and the fact that the more advanced features will not be utilized, we believe that Python will be a suitable way to learn programming, as it is not only easy to learn, but an industry-desired skill.

The curriculum is intended to be a complete introduction to robotics through LEGO Spike Prime, so mentors may aid students frequently.

Each session of the program will be 9 weeks long, 2 sessions each, and will be priced at $180 per student. Students coming from low-income backgrounds can apply to have their fee discounted or waived, provided proof of low income. Each 1.5-hour session will contain a 0.5-1 hour lesson, followed by a 0.5-1 hour workshop time, where students can make their own robots. While our summer camp, RoboCamp, follows a competition based format to simulate the First Lego League competition, we intend for this curriculum to be more poised towards project-based learning.

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Admissions

Student admission will be stratified per school.

Schools have been chosen and provided seats based on the following criteria:

  • The existence of Robotics or STEM programs, alumni of which can continue to practice their skills in this program
  • Geographic location relative to Whitney


Schools are provided with a number of students to send to this program, so they can then choose students who would be a good fit for the environment.
The program will gather attendance from as many schools as possible, disregarding the community and socioeconomic background that the students come from.

All applicants are expected to embody the traits and ideals of Whitney student candidates, as we intend for this program to give them a bit of insight to the Whitney campus life.

Dates, Deadlines, & Program Times

  • Program Dates: February 27, 2023 - May 5, 2023
  • Final Day for Nominees to Comit: January 31, 2023
  • Final Day to send Financial Aid Applications: January 31, 2023
  • Mondays and Thursdays, 3:50-5:20 PM. Holidays and breaks are excluded.
  • Parent pickup will begin at 5:20, and conclude at 5:30.
  • Students will be checked in at the gate starting at 3:50 by the mentors. Campus maps will also be distributed to attendees.