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2002-2003
Around the World
Written by Samantha Lipscomb and Elissa Voccola on September 12, 2003On September 13, 2003, Team 230 was invited to Pitney Bowes to participate in their annual Pitney Bowes Diversity Festival, a cultural celebration held for Pitney Bowes employees and their families. The Gaelhawks were very honored to attend, and had an awesome time participating in the games and events.Members of the team arrived at the Shelton facility of Pitney Bowes at 9:00 AM to set up the robot,... Read More
Celebrating Success Together - Robotics Team and Long Hill Students Interact
Written by Jennifer Macchiarelli on June 04, 2003
Earlier in the season, the Shelton High School Robotics Team made a trip to Long Hill Elementary School with robots from seasons past, Talon III and Bolt, to give a demonstration to the children.The team was also present to mark the beginning of the "Read Across America Program" in the elementary school. The children were to participate in the Reading Incentive program and read a certain number of... Read More
Members Honored Following Team Carwash Fundraiser
Written by Alicia Cox on May 30, 2003
The Gaelhawks' 3rd Annual Carwash Fundraiser was held May 30th at the Echo Hose Ambulance Station from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Students, parents, teachers, and engineers gathered together and washed over 200 cars. The carwash is one of the team?s largest fundraisers, second only to the Dinner and Auction. The team raised in excess of 00 and had fun in the process. Sights at the car wash included many... Read More
Gaelhawks Shine Bright...Deep in the Heart of Texas!
Written by Alicia Cox on April 12, 2003
The Shelton High School Robotics Team experienced a very successful 2003 season in regional competitions. Not only did they win two prestigious awards, but also qualified for a 5th year in a row to participate in the FIRST National Robotics Championships which were held in Houston, Texas. The National Competitions hosted two hundred ninety two teams from the United States, Brazil, England, and Canada.Forty... Read More
Gaelhawks Capture the Spirit of the City of Brotherly Love
Written by Kristin Lundberg on March 27, 2003
The Gaelhawks season continued this year with the Philadelphia Regional Competition. The team traveled down to the 'City of Brotherly Love" the weekend of March 27th for another exciting game to test our robot against those of many other skilled teams.The Talon IV robot fought gallantly through the qualifying rounds of the competition. Each time the robot was on the playing field the members in the... Read More
Gaelhawks Heat Up Hartford!
Written by Anthony J. Castorina on March 14, 2003
The 2003 Robotics New England Regional Competition was held at the Meadows Music Theatre March 14th?15th. Hosted by an array of judges and comical announcers, the event was an enriching experience for all. The Gaelhawks robot, Talon IV, performed extremely well in the qualifying rounds, advanced to the quarter finals, and finished seventh out of thirty eight teams in this regional competition.At the... Read More
Going Once, Going Twice...Sold!
Written by Anthony Castorina on March 07, 2003
The third annual Shelton High School Robotics Team Dinner Auction Fundraiser was held in the high school cafeteria on March 7, 2003. Those in attendance included parents, faculty, students, engineers, and family and friends of the team. Mrs. Robin Willink, Assistant Superintendent of Schools. and Mr. Donald Ramia, Headmaster of Shelton High School, were also included among the many supporters.
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Robotics Kickoff
Written by Anthony J. Castorina on January 10, 2003"Good Evening ladies and gentlemen," and so our evening begins. At the third annual Robotics Kickoff Gala, an assembly of robotics enthusiasts gathered to listen to and share information on the latest advancements in the Shelton High School Robotics Program. Parents, advisors, and students alike convened to be briefed on this year's events and expectations.Mr. John Niski, faculty advisor to the team,... Read More
Let the Games Begin!
Written by Anthony J. Castorina on January 04, 2003
On Saturday, January 4, 2003 several students, teachers, and engineers convened at Shelton High School for the annual January Kickoff for the robotics team. Mr. Schmecker, an advisor to the team, set up a projection screen to view the live broadcast of the unveiling of the 2003 game. Live from The Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, New Hampshire, Dr. Woodie Flowers, a professor of mechanical engineering... Read More
