Join a Team!
STEM Adventures encourages all students to participate in regional VEX IQ competitions
About VEX IQ Challenge
Sponsored by the Robotics Education and Competition Foundation, the VEX IQ Competition engages more than 1 million students in 70 countries each year.
STEM Adventures Teams
Our teams of 2-3 students compete in VIQC under the guidance of experienced coaches. Teams meet weekly beginning the end of August through March to prepare for tournaments
Tournaments
VIQC tournaments are high-energy events that help kids develop sportsmanship, confidence, perseverance, and other social skills while putting their robots to the test against others.
About the Competition
Registration for the competition teams is open now and classes start in August, 2023 for the new season of 2023-2024
How many players are on a VIQC team?
Teams will consist of 3 players. Team assignments will be finalized by October 1, 2023.
How long does the competition season last?
Competition season lasts August through February. Teams that qualify for States/Worlds tournaments may continue into the spring. State Championships are typically held in early March, and World Championships are typically held in early May.
When and where will teams meet?
Teams meet at the MAC Mitch Park, Edmond once a week at 4:30-6:15 pm during a weekday.
What will my child do on a team?
We have four main roles on each team: Designer, Builder, Programmer, and Driver. Each team member will have one lead role and one assistant role. This ensures backup options in case a child must miss a tournament or drops out. Furthermore, all team members will be expected to learn the basics of each role, so that they can work better together. Teams will have a strong say in how roles are assigned, but coaches may override their preferences to ensure equal distribution of roles. We encourage kids to select the role where they think they can best help the team, and we provide the training to help them do the work. Each role is critical to the team's success. We will provide "job descriptions" so they understand what their responsibilities will be. We also foster an environment where team members are accountable for their roles. We try to prepare them for the same type of team-driven environment they will find if they pursue a career in robotics or other STEM fields.
Where can I learn more about the VEX IQ Competition?
Visit the REC Foundation website at https://www.roboticseducation.org/teams/vex-iq-competiton/.