STARBASE ROBINS
December Newsletter
Educating, Equipping, and Empowering Students in STEM.
THE DIRECTOR'S CORNER
I would like first to take the opportunity to thank Tangie Franks for her service to STARBASE ROBINS. Tangie has left an indelible mark on STARBASE with her professionalism and willingness to get the job done no matter what. Tangie has accepted another position and will be missed tremendously.
We welcome Trelaine Jackson to our team as the new STEM Programs Project Manager. She
has hit the ground running and is learning a lot to support all of our efforts. Please read more
about her in this issue.
We continue to serve our students with our 5th grade program and STARBASE 2.0 Clubs. We
also love partnering with our schools to facilitate their science nights, as we did with Westside
Elementary School this past month.
We want to congratulate our STARBASE 2.0 Clubs that participated in the Middle Georgia State
FLL Regional Tournament. All the teams worked hard this season to make it to the regional
tournament. Ten out of our fourteen clubs participated in the regional tournament this year.
We are now in the preparation phase of hosting our 18th Annual Central Georgia FIRST Lego
League Super Regional Tournament. Some FLL Teams from across the state of Georgia that
advanced from their regional tournament will visit us on January 20 in hopes of advancing to
the state tournament. We are still in need of volunteers. Please contact Trelanie Jackson if you
can volunteer or know of someone who is willing to volunteer.On behalf of Starbase Robins, Happy Holidays! "Holidays are about creating cherished memories with loved ones and finding magic in the simplest moments." -Jeremiah Say
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from STARBASE ROBINS
STARBASE ROBINS Staff Spotlight
Staff Spotlight: Welcome Ms. Trelaine Jackson
We're glad to be able to announce that we will be joined by Trelaine Jackson who will take over the role of Starbase Robins STEM Programs Project Manager. Trelaine comes to us from Fort Valley State University where she worked as the ADA Coordinator. She is a graduate of Valdosta State University with a degree in Public Relations (2002). Trelaine also holds a masterโs degree in education from Troy University (2007) and an Education Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Argosy University (2012). She has over 17 years in education as a classroom teacher and academic coach, as well as five yearsโ experience as an educational coordinator. We are looking forward to Trelaine being a great addition to our team as we hope to continue to do great work at Starbase Robins. Please welcome Mrs. Trelaine Jackson!
Staff Spotlight: Tangie Franks
STARBASE ROBINS bids a fond farewell to Tangie Franks! Tangie's role in securing our Level III status during an audit, her exceptional work on our monthly digital newsletter, and the production of our promotional video "Making an Investment in Tomorrow's Workforce" reflect her unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions. Tangie's departure marks a significant transition for STARBASE ROBINS, where her professionalism, creativity, and passion have been integral to our shared mission. While we celebrate Tangie's achievements and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for her, we also reflect on her positive influence on our team. As we say goodbye, STARBASE ROBINS remains grateful for the time, talent, and positive energy Tangie brought to our organization, and we look forward to witnessing her continued success in the next chapter of her career with Robins Air Force Base.
STARBASE 2.0 Teams Compete in the FLL Robotics Tournament
WRITTEN BY: ANDREW DENNIS JR.,
Ten STARBASE Advanced Clubs competed in the First Lego League Challenge on December 2, 2023 in Macon, Georgia. Middle Georgia State University's campus hosted the regional competition. Students met with STARBASE Facilitators at their schools for 10 weeks to prepare them for the competition. This year, TWO of STARBASE's sponsored teams won trophies. Dooly County Middle School received first-place in the Robot Performance Category, as well as a first-place trophy in the Robot Design Category. Sacred Heart Catholic School won first-place in the Core Values Category. The students really enjoyed the experience while competing at a high level. Congratulations to all participants!
Huntington Middle School
Dooly County Middle School
Cirrus Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Fort Valley Middle School
๐Fall Into STEM: Westside Elementary Fall Science Festival ๐
WRITTEN BY: KYLIE YOUMANS
On November 30, STARBASE Robins partnered with Westside Elementary for their annual STEM night. The event began with instructor introductions, and the popular and ever-exciting pop goes to the fizz lesson for everyone to see! Volunteers were asked by instructors to join them on stage to be a part of the experiment to assist with the film canister lift off!
Students were able to float around the gym to visit different grade level stations, as well as our own STARBASE Robins table. Our STARBASE Robinsโ exhibition table showcased Happy Atoms exploration, tornado tubes to explore fluid mechanics, and a chromatography game.Each grade level had their own science experiments that the students were able to explore (i.e. ice cream in a bag, catapults). The night ended with students being able to explore the many things STEM has to offer as well as goodies they were able to take home from their exploration. Students were then given the opportunity to explore everything STEM night had to offer!
FIRST LEGGO LEAGUE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Volunteering at the Annual Central Georgia FIRST Lego League Super Regional Qualifier is another way to get involved with STARBASE ROBINS. This event will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This event will unite students to explore innovative ways of creating and communicating art globally. Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the success of this event, contributing their unique skills and passions in various capacities. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for individuals who wish to support our program but cannot commit regularly as volunteers. To sign up, please click the link below.
CAREER GUIDE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
We invite you to volunteer as a STARBASE ROBINS Career Guide. This is an excellent opportunity for you to share your career journey with our students. You can choose to speak on any available dates throughout the school year. To sign up, click on the link below.