Our students are set to travel to Xi’an on 13 November for the three-day Einstein Alliance 2026-2027 VEX Robotics Western & Central China Regional Championship!
Hosted by the Global Robotics & Science Foundation, the internationally renowned VEX Robotics Competition centres on building robots, programming live head-to-head matches. It advances STEM education for young people and fuels their passion for engineering, coding and innovation, standing as one of the world’s leading youth science and technology events.
To prepare for the competition, our team completed a 5-week-long training programme with the cooperation of our external partner, Nova Titans. Rather than merely focusing on “how” to build, the students prioritised understanding “why” each design choice mattered. They repeatedly revised and refined their code, moving from initial concepts to physical builds, troubleshooting independently and learning to work seamlessly as a team.
“Students and their families are excited about this and are full support. They will also be flying with the students to Xi’an,” shared Ms Jenalyn, their Computing & ICT teacher. This adventure in innovation is not a solo undertaking. The combined support of the school, our specialist partners and families embodies the collaborative learning community at IGS.
At IGS, STEM education is an integral part of our holistic education philosophy. We encourage students to look beyond textbooks and hold on to their natural curiosity. Ranking is not the ultimate goal of this trip. More important than trophies is the growth each team member will gain along the way.
The true value lies in hours of preparation: the courage to imagine new ideas, the engineering mindset to evaluate requirements, compare solutions and iterate designs based on evidence, resilience under pressure, the bond forged with teammates, and a broader global perspective gained through engaging with an international competition community.
Even as competition rules and challenges evolve in the years ahead, these transferable thinking skills will remain the lasting takeaway for our students. May they relish the thrill of STEM competition, connect with peers, and carry their passion forward onto the global stage.
To our VEX Robotics Team, we wish you the best of luck! The whole school is cheering for you!