State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) delivered the keynote address at the 2024 Week Zero Warmup scrimmage at Oswego School District 308’s FIRST Robotics Competition Team 2338: Gear it Forward. The event, held at Bednarcik Jr. High School in Aurora, IL, brought together 10 teams from across Illinois to prepare for the upcoming robotics competition season.
“I am honored to support Team 2338: Gear it Forward and witness the dedication and innovation of our youth in the field of robotics,” said Kifowit. “Events like these not only foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills but also inspire a passion for STEM education that will shape our future leaders.”
Team 2338: Gear it Forward reported a resounding success at the scrimmage, with a total of 12 robots practicing and fine-tuning their designs on a full-sized game field. The collaborative spirit among team members was evident as they troubleshooted issues and made improvements to their robots, showcasing the essence of innovation and teamwork in the FIRST Robotics program.
For more information on Team 2338: Gear it Forward and upcoming events, visit facebook.com/oswegofirst.
—Office of State representative Stephanie Kifowit