Tensas Academy's high school and middle school students showcased their engineering prowess at the recent SeaPerch Challenge for North Louisiana, hosted by the SCILS Region 8 LASTEM Center. This exciting STEM event took place at the Lambright Sports and Wellness Center on the Louisiana Tech University campus, attracting 8 schools, 32 teams, and nearly 100 students who competed fervently throughout the day across middle and high school divisions.
Tensas Academy's High School Team (Katie VandeVen, Kathleen Paxton, & Emma VandeVen) emerged triumphant, securing an impressive 2nd place. Their achievement underscores the dedication and talent within Tensas Academy's STEM program. The Middle School Team (Annabelle Adams, Catherine Davis, Hannah McMahon, Emma Robin, Donald VandeVen, and Kennedi Williams) made a great showing and will be back again next year
SeaPerch, an underwater Robotics program, provides students a unique opportunity to construct underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV). Throughout the competition, students gain hands-on experience building ROVs, acquiring knowledge of crucial components such as motors, propellers, buoyancy, and electronic circuitry. These skills are fundamental for understanding machine operations and electronic systems, which are vital in today's technology-driven world.
The competition fosters technical skills and emphasizes teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Building an ROV within a group setting encourages students to work together effectively, preparing them for success in future engineering endeavors and project-based environments.
Tensas Academy's participation in the SeaPerch Challenge underscores its commitment to providing students with innovative STEM education opportunities. The success achieved at the event reflects the dedication of students and educators at Tensas Academy.
"We are incredibly proud of our students' achievements at the SeaPerch Challenge," said Dena Hale, Principal at Tensas Academy. "Their hard work, collaboration, and technical skills have been inspiring. This experience enriches their understanding of STEM concepts and prepares them for future careers in engineering and technology."
Tensas Academy extends its gratitude to the SCILS Region 8 LASTEM Center for hosting such an enriching event and to Mr. William Ragsdale for his assistance in learning to solder.
Tensas Academy's High School Team (Katie VandeVen, Kathleen Paxton, & Emma VandeVen) emerged triumphant, securing an impressive 2nd place. Their achievement underscores the dedication and talent within Tensas Academy's STEM program. The Middle School Team (Annabelle Adams, Catherine Davis, Hannah McMahon, Emma Robin, Donald VandeVen, and Kennedi Williams) made a great showing and will be back again next year
SeaPerch, an underwater Robotics program, provides students a unique opportunity to construct underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV). Throughout the competition, students gain hands-on experience building ROVs, acquiring knowledge of crucial components such as motors, propellers, buoyancy, and electronic circuitry. These skills are fundamental for understanding machine operations and electronic systems, which are vital in today's technology-driven world.
The competition fosters technical skills and emphasizes teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Building an ROV within a group setting encourages students to work together effectively, preparing them for success in future engineering endeavors and project-based environments.
Tensas Academy's participation in the SeaPerch Challenge underscores its commitment to providing students with innovative STEM education opportunities. The success achieved at the event reflects the dedication of students and educators at Tensas Academy.
"We are incredibly proud of our students' achievements at the SeaPerch Challenge," said Dena Hale, Principal at Tensas Academy. "Their hard work, collaboration, and technical skills have been inspiring. This experience enriches their understanding of STEM concepts and prepares them for future careers in engineering and technology."
Tensas Academy extends its gratitude to the SCILS Region 8 LASTEM Center for hosting such an enriching event and to Mr. William Ragsdale for his assistance in learning to solder.
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