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- By Amy Roux, Franklin Junior Journalist
Why is Robogals so amazing that I would recommend it to everyone my age?
As a 13-year-old who has been to one of their workshops, I encourage you to sign your kids up for the Pukekohe Library sessions if you get the chance or let them take part if Robogals visits their school. It’s an opportunity for kids to gain skills, confidence and inspiration that could shape their future.
Robogals is unlike other workshops where you just sit and take notes quietly; instead, it’s an exciting and interactive experience with real robots, programming and fun! The initiative is run by student volunteers from Auckland University, with sponsorships from companies like Counties Energy. With this support, over 20 workshops were delivered, sparking inspiration and learning across our local community.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects help us understand how the world works and can lead to exciting jobs when we’re older. Learning about STEM is a great way to encourage your tamariki (child) to think about what they might want to do in the future.
If you’re curious about what happens in a workshop, the one I attended was held in a big, warm and bright room at the Counties Energy offices in Pukekohe. We got to hear from the Auckland University student volunteers about the careers they’ve chosen and about what they’re studying, before trying out some hands-on, interactive coding activities.
Robogals turns a typical classroom experience into a place of exploration and imagination.
Each workshop is unique, with different codes, games and mechanisms to explore, and that’s what makes Robogals so special. It’s not just about learning; it’s about having fun while discovering what you’re capable of. I walked away feeling more confident in my ability and curious about what can be achieved through STEM.
So, if you ever get the chance to join a Robogals workshop, don’t miss it!
