Thirty seven teachers and students at high schools across the Federated States of Micronesia have earned certification in robotics operation and instruction. The Robo Certification Challenge was opened by Habele Outer Island Education Fund in December of 2020, offering participating high schools the opportunity to advance their understanding of robotics, and earn cutting edge equipment … Continue reading Schools Across Micronesia Earn Robotics Certification
Robo Day 2021 in Pohnpei, Micronesia
Students from high schools across Pohnpei gathered in mid-April for “Robo Day 2021” to showcase their achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The young men and women from Pohnpei, an island in the Federated States of Micronesia, worked throughout the school year in preparation for the competition. Robo Days culminate the school year long … Continue reading Robo Day 2021 in Pohnpei, Micronesia
Habele in 90 Seconds
Habele serves students and schools across Micronesia. A nonprofit created by former Peace Corps Volunteers, Habele supports island students by: Scholarships. Habele awards needs-based scholarships to students at Micronesia’s top rated private elementary and high schools. Books. Habele donates books to school libraries across the Federated States, and mails books directly to children before they … Continue reading Habele in 90 Seconds
Despite COVID, Robotics Expands Across Micronesia
Despite the chaos of COVID, Micronesia's high school robotics rolled forward in 2019-20. This was a school year of expansion and cultivation for the Habele Robo League. Students in Kosrae were equipped and trained. Schools in Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei expanded mastery of robotics, deepening capacity and ownership. Expansion – Extending Robotics to Kosrae State … Continue reading Despite COVID, Robotics Expands Across Micronesia
IT upgrade helps school in Chuuk face pandemic challenges
Amid social distancing concerns and teachers trapped off-island by travel restrictions, a small charter school in Chuuk has a new tool for educating students. Akoyikoyi School serves low-income students on the island of Weno, and has been doing it tuition free since 2011. Thanks to a partnership with Habele Outer Island Education Fund and the … Continue reading IT upgrade helps school in Chuuk face pandemic challenges
Despite COVID-19, Robo Day 2020 Rolls Forward
Early May finds Micronesia, a nation of many small and scattered islands in the Western Pacific, one of the few countries with no confirmed cases of COVID-19. An array of prevention measures, including quarantines and social distancing, have been implemented by national and state governments in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) to prevent introduction … Continue reading Despite COVID-19, Robo Day 2020 Rolls Forward
Robotics training a first for students on Kosrae
High school students on the tiny Micronesian island of Kosrae are teaming up with experts to get hands-on experience with technologies of the future. Equipped with the latest in competitive robotics equipment, new robotics clubs at Kosrae High School are enjoying a mix of classroom instruction and hands on learning, exploring math and science concepts … Continue reading Robotics training a first for students on Kosrae
Habele Robotics League adds 23rd Micronesian High School
Madolenihmw High School has joined the Pohnpei Robo League, making it the 23rd high school in Micronesia to offer students the chance to design, build, and compete robots on their own, and in partnership with other high school teams. Located in Pohnlangas, Madolenihmw High School (MHS) serves students in the central east of Pophnei island, … Continue reading Habele Robotics League adds 23rd Micronesian High School
Micronesia’s Habele Robo League expands into Kosrae
High school students on the tiny Micronesian island of Kosrae will be building, programming, and competing with their own advanced robots for the first time. Located at the remote eastern end of the Federated States of Micronesia, this island of less than seven thousand inhabitants is renowned for its pristine waters and lush mountain landscape.In partnership with … Continue reading Micronesia’s Habele Robo League expands into Kosrae
“Robo Day” Big Win for Students in Micronesia
Robo Day 2019 is in the record books for students in Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei States. After a year of training, planning, and strategizing, students from participating high schools in each of these states met to exhibit their skills in the spirit of friendly competition. For Chuuk and Pohnpei, Robo Day 2019 represented their first … Continue reading “Robo Day” Big Win for Students in Micronesia