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KISS Institute for Practical Robotics

KISS Institute for Practical Robotics is a not-for-profit educational organization that uses hands on robotics programs in order to communicate the excitement, knowledge, and practical understanding of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Our Programs

Botball Educational Robotics

The Botball Educational Robotics Program engages middle and high school aged students in a team-oriented robotics competition. In Botball, the robots are always autonomous! The program gives students the tools to develop sophisticated strategies using artificial intelligence with embedded systems. It exposes students to an inquiry-based, learn-by-doing activity that appeals to their hearts as well as their minds.
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Junior Botball Challenge

The Junior Botball Challenge (JBC) is a elementary and middle school program developed to teach STEM fundamentals and help students of all levels achieve subject mastery through exciting hands-on robotics activities! The Junior Botball Challenge (JBC) curriculum was developed by teachers for teachers and the KISS Institute provides all educators with professional development to help ensure the successful integration of this STEM education opportunity.
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Virtual Botball Academy

Are you looking for a way to keep your student(s) engaged and interested in Computer Science through a virtual program? The Virtual Botball Academy includes access to a fun robot simulator that students can program from their devices to see a robot responding to their code in real-time on the screen! Engage your students in STEM and coding with our fun and engaging Virtual Botball Academy program. Zero previous experience with robots or coding required! 
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