Leo Robotics provides elementary, middle, and high school students in the Leo, IN area who
are interested in expanding their knowledge in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
through competitive robotics.
Students design, build and compete their robot following industry standard practices and processes. The team environment is intentionally balanced — blending technical skill development with character growth, collaboration, and creativity — allowing students to learn, explore, and think critically through the Engineering Design Process.
Coach Joe Kennedy has a graduate degree in computer science and is a chief engineer at a major defense contractor with 39+ years experience. He has taught software engineering at the university level and is passionate about sharing his engineering knowledge with the next generation.
Coach Nicole Howard, holds a graduate degree in education and is licensed in counseling. Her passion is helping children grow into eager, lifelong learners while developing as well-rounded individuals. That philosophy is woven into every aspect of the robotics program.
Many of the students have been doing VEX IQ Competition (VIQC) since second and third grade, which was 2016-2017
(Crossover) and fourth and fifth grade, which was 2017-2018 (Ringmaster). We have multiple seasons competing with VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) using the V5 platform.
Leo Robotics has continued to grow since it was introduced in Cedarville Elementary during the year 2016. We have been to the Indiana State Championship multiple times, and to the World Championship multiple times.
Are you good are building? Are you interested in software? Consider joining the team for the 2026 - 2027 season!
Click here for the middle and high school application.
Click here for the elementary school application.
For details or to submit an application, send an e-mail to Coach Nicole Howard (elementary school level) at: howardfamily411@gmail.com or Coach Joe Kennedy (middle and high school levels) at: leorobotics@protonmail.com.
Practices are twice a week. Competitions will be scheduled throughout the season as events become available, so check back often.
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