What a phenomenal week it was to witness the incredible young students in action at this year’s Robotics camp. I was astounded by the amazing inventions these young scientists created—fantastic work, guys! Additionally, I must commend the students of Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School and their teacher, Mr. Fernandez, for doing an incredible job in supporting and assisting the students. I hope you’ll explore more about this amazing Robotics camp here in Tampa.

Nonprofit CANDO’s robotics camp training scientists of tomorrow

The Caribbean-American population continues to grow in Tampa Bay, and there is one local organization that’s going the extra mile to provide these families with summer activities that are designed specifically for them. This is the first summer that the nonprofit organization, the Caribbean American National Development Organization, also known as CANDO, is hosting a robotics camp for kids ages 9 through 12. “I’ve learned how robotics, like robots, can help us with worldwide problems,” said 10-year-old Tristan Rouse. See video of CANDO’S Robotic Summer camp And Brooks-DeBartolo High School’s robotic team hosted a summer camp where they can share their love for robotics and engineering with kids. 

Brooks-DeBartolo High School robotics team works to inspire younger students

Phoenix Robotics is a student-run company based at Brooks-DeBartolo Collegiate High School in Tampa. The group recently competed in an international robotic competition, which required companies to give back to their communities in some way. Phoenix Robotics students say they knew exactly what they wanted to do: Hold a summer camp where they can share their love for robotics and engineering with kids. Read More

UPCOMING EVENTS

Hope 1 Ministries Backpack Drive
JULY 26 – September 6th

Demonstrate your support for Tampa’s students by contributing a backpack to the Hope 1 Ministries Backpack Drive! Hope 1 Ministries is dedicated to assisting students in having a successful school year by providing them with the necessary supplies. You can make a difference by donating new backpacks and supplies to the Hope 1 Ministries location.

The donated backpacks and supplies will be distributed to schools throughout Tampa. Between July 26th and September 6th, you can drop off new backpacks and supplies at the Hope 1 Ministries location at 4605 North Armenia Avenue, Suite A.

Suggested Supplies:

• 1 Backpack 
• 12 #2 Wooden Pencils
• 1 Pack Red Pens
• 2 Yellow Highlighters
• 2 Packs Notebook Paper (wide-ruled)
• 3 Black & White Composition Note Books
• 1 Box 24 Ct Crayons
• 1 Box 12 Ct Colored Pencils
• 1 Box 8 Ct Washable Markers
• 2 Yellow Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 2 Red Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 2 Blue Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 2 Purple Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 2 Orange Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 2 Green Plastic Folders with Prongs
• 10 Manilla File Folders, Letter Size
• 1 Pair of Scissors (blunt tip)
• 3 Glue Sticks, Washable
• 2 Rolls Transparent Tape
• 2 Packages Dry Erase Markers
• 1 Flair Pens, Black
• 1 Pencil Pouch with Zipper
• 1 Pair Headphones
• 2 2in Binder
• Gift Cards

To donate a backpack online: