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VEX IQ

What it is

VEX IQ is part of the world’s largest robotics competition, designed for students from elementary through high school. In this competition, teams of 4 to 6 students design and build robots using plastic pieces, then program their robots to complete specific tasks based on a new game released annually. Each competition includes three main events: the Teamwork Challenge, where pairs of teams work together to score points; the Robot Skills Challenge, where teams compete individually to achieve the highest score; and the Autonomous Challenge, where robots operate solely on pre-written code without driver control. Throughout the year, teams participate in multiple local and regional events aiming to qualify for the State competition held in March. Success at the State level can lead to qualification for the World competition in May, where teams compete against top teams globally. Preparation includes regular team meetings focused on robot design, programming, and strategy development, as well as attending workshops and scrimmages. Awards are given for overall performance, design excellence, programming skill, teamwork, and innovation, offering multiple pathways for teams to be recognized and advance. The purpose of VEX IQ is to inspire students in STEM fields by developing their problem-solving, engineering, coding, and teamwork skills through hands-on competition.

VEX IQ

What We Do

Competing in VEX IQ empowers students to build critical STEM skills, fosters creativity and collaboration, and opens doors to scholarships and careers in science and technology. It provides a fun, challenging environment where students learn to innovate and lead while connecting with a global community of young engineers.