Botball Educational Robotics Program (KIPR)
A team robotics competition for middle and high schoolers who design, build, and program fully autonomous robots (no remote control) using a standardized kit to complete timed tasks at regional and international tournaments.
The Botball Educational Robotics Program engages middle and high school students in a hands-on, team-based robotics competition
Students design, build, and program autonomous robots
Each season begins with Botball Educator Workshops in January
How to Apply
- Register a team online
- Attend educator workshops (optional)
- Design, build, and program autonomous robots
- Participate in regional tournaments
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