Members of Pinnacle’s Society of Hispanic Engineers Junior Chapter are further united after a promising start and strong finish at the Society of Hispanic Engineers (SHPE)’S recent robotics competition. A first-time participant, the Pinnacle team placed second in the Rookie category and ninth overall. 29 teams competed in the competition.
The robotics competition was sponsored by SHPE, the nation’s largest association dedicated to fostering Hispanic leadership in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) field. SHPE programs, including mentorships, networking, college readiness, Noche de Ciencias and scholarships, aim to increase student awareness, interest, self-efficacy, and self-identity with STEM subjects and careers for students in grades kindergarten through senior year of high school. The Society of Hispanic Engineers’ Junior Chapters are a student clubs with consistent engagement in STEM topics and professionals. For more information, visit www.shpe.org/students/junior-chapters.
About Pinnacle Charter School
Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights, Colo. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, Colo. For more information visit www.pinnaclecharterschool.org, or call 303-450-3985.