REAL
Highlights
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The largest event of this kind in the nation
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Cal Poly Pomona faculty members train teachers and lead robotic sessions (40+ hours)
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Fully developed, age appropriate curriculum from elementary level to high school
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Curriculum correlated with state and national standards
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Hands on, specialized training for teachers
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International recognition - Robot Rally inspired similar programs in India and China
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Use of various robot platforms including Lego, VEX, Bioloid, Fischertechnik and Basic STAMP
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Specially designed Arduino robot Kit developed by Cal Poly Pomona engineering faculty
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Undergraduate engineering students mentor elementary level to high school students
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Service learning experience for Cal Poly Pomona students
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Support for First Lego League (FLL) and FIRST Robotics competitions
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Local and National media coverage
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Over 800 students in afterschool and other programs such as FLL and FIRST