The Robo Lab
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Findlay, Ohio, United States
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Welcome to The Robo Lab!
After 14 years of teaching Math and Science, I made the jump to the Robotics lab—and I’ve never looked back. While I hold my Principal’s License and spent years preparing for administration, the joy I found once I stepped into the world of VEX IQ and V5 changed my entire career path. I realized that my heart belongs in the lab, watching students solve problems and seeing their designs come to life.
However, the transition wasn't easy. Year 1 was a whirlwind. I walked into a room overflowing with thousands of VEX pins, sensors, and gears with almost no formal training. I was overwhelmed by the 'stuff' and spent my first year just trying to organize the chaos and figure out what a 'sensor' actually did.
I started creating these resources because I needed tools that didn't exist: simple, highly visual, and classroom-tested guides that help students (and teachers!) manage the technical side of robotics without the stress.
Now in Year 2, I am dedicated to helping other robotics teachers—especially those who are 'thrown into the deep end' like I was—turn their lab into a professional, organized, and fun engineering space. Everything in this store is tested daily in my own 6th (Design & Modeling), 7th (Intro to Robotics), and 8th-grade (Automation and Robotics) classroom.
Thanks for supporting a fellow teacher who chose the lab over the office! Happy building!"
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3-Activity STEM Bundle: Planes, Cars, & Windmills | No-Prep with Lego Rubrics
Stop hunting for STEM activities! This bundle provides three high-engagement, hands-on engineering challenges designed for Grades 5-7. Whether you need a couple weeks of lessons, a "Fun Friday" challenge, or a reliable sub plan, this bundle has you covered. What’s Included in this No-Prep Bundle:Paper Airplane Challenge:Precision Folding PDF: Includes various designs with numbered lines and guides for student success.Data Collection Worksheet: Turn flight into a math lesson by tracking distance,
4th - 7th
Engineering, Robotics
VEX Robotics Visual Word Wall & Lab Posters | Bonus Robotics Team Memes
Equip your lab with the ultimate visual guide and team culture builder! This bundle combines a comprehensive Visual Word Wall featuring essential VEX V5 hardware with a hilarious collection of Robotics Team Memes. Whether you are teaching 7th-grade fundamentals or coaching an 8th-grade competitive team, these resources provide the professional look and engaging "vibe" your lab needs. What’s Included in this Bundle:1. The Visual Word Wall (PDF) Stop the "what is this part called?" questions wi
7th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
VEX Robotics Middle School Bundle: 7th Grade IQ Mechanics & 8th Grade V5 Build
Complete your Middle School Robotics progression with one click!Are you balancing two different robotics platforms? This Robo Lab Bridge Bundle is specifically designed for teachers running VEX IQ in 7th Grade and VEX V5 in 8th Grade. Save time and provide consistent, professional resources for both levels of your program. What’s Inside the Robo Lab Bridge Bundle:1. [For 7th Grade] VEX IQ Mechanical Motion Lab WorksheetThe Goal: Master the fundamentals of movement before moving to advanced bu
7th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
VEX V5 Robotics Engineering Projects & Rubrics | Middle School STEM Lab
Stop stressing over how to grade complex VEX V5 builds! > This bundle includes 6 fully editable Google Doc rubrics specifically designed for an 8th-grade robotics rotation. As a teacher who moved from Math/Science into the lab, I developed these to provide clear expectations for students and easy grading for you. What’s Included: * Fan / Windmill: Focuses on gear ratios (requires 3+ gears). * Robot Putter: A student favorite that combines engineering with a "putting green" challenge. * P
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
VEX V5 Robotics Testbed Build Instructions | Step-by-Step STEM Guide
FULL 22 Slides step by step directions to build a test bed! Stop the frustration of messy builds! Give your robotics students the independence they need with this crystal-clear, 22-slide guide to building the VEX V5 Testbed. Designed for middle and high school engineering classrooms, this resource turns a complex assembly into a win for your students. This is a great "first-project" as it helps students learn where materials are in the room, how to put them together, and gives them a quick prev
7th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
7th Grade VEX IQ Robotics Project Rubrics | 4 Editable Google Doc Assessments
The perfect "Plug-and-Play" assessment system for your 9-week Robotics rotation!As a veteran Math/Science teacher now in my second year of Robotics, I know how fast a quarter-long class moves. You don't have time to reinvent the wheel every week. I designed these 4 editable Google Doc rubrics to provide clear, professional grading for the "hits" of my 7th-grade VEX IQ curriculum. What’s Included in the PDF Dashboard:Fan / Windmill Build: A great introductory project focused on structural stabil
7th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
VEX IQ STEM Lab: Intro to Robotics Mini-Builds | Gear Ratios & Mech. Advantage
Master mechanical motion with your VEX IQ kits! This student-ready worksheet is the perfect companion for hands-on exploration of complex mechanisms. Designed for introductory robotics students, it challenges them to analyze the movement and purpose behind four essential builds. I use this with my 7th graders in my Intro to Robotics classes. What's Covered in this Worksheet:Belt Drives: Analyzing pulley speed, direction, and function.Cam and Follower: Understanding how shape creates specific ou
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
14 Robotics Team Memes | VEX V5 & IQ Lab Posters | Engineering Humor
Bring some much-needed humor to your robotics lab or competition pit area!Any robotics coach or student knows that the "Robo-Life" is full of glitches, notebook stress, and autonomous fails. This collection of memes captures the hilarious reality of being on a middle or high school robotics team. Whether you’re decorating your classroom walls, your team’s workspace, or your competition pit, these posters are guaranteed to start conversations and build team culture. What’s Included: A 14-page PDF
6th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
VEX V5 Robotics Test Bed: Preview
Take the guesswork out of your first VEX V5 build! This comprehensive 22-slide guide provides students with crystal-clear, visual instructions to build a functional V5 Testbed. Perfect for introducing sensors, motor ports, and the V5 Brain layout. NOTE: This is only the first few slides of the complete assignment available for purchase. Thanks for previewing!
6th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
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Experience
Welcome to The Robo Lab!
After 14 years of teaching Math and Science, I made the jump to the Robotics lab—and I’ve never looked back. While I hold my Principal’s License and spent years preparing for administration, the joy I found once I stepped into the world of VEX IQ and V5 changed my entire career path. I realized that my heart belongs in the lab, watching students solve problems and seeing their designs come to life.
However, the transition wasn't easy. Year 1 was a whirlwind. I walked into a room overflowing with thousands of VEX pins, sensors, and gears with almost no formal training. I was overwhelmed by the 'stuff' and spent my first year just trying to organize the chaos and figure out what a 'sensor' actually did.
I started creating these resources because I needed tools that didn't exist: simple, highly visual, and classroom-tested guides that help students (and teachers!) manage the technical side of robotics without the stress.
Now in Year 2, I am dedicated to helping other robotics teachers—especially those who are 'thrown into the deep end' like I was—turn their lab into a professional, organized, and fun engineering space. Everything in this store is tested daily in my own 6th (Design & Modeling), 7th (Intro to Robotics), and 8th-grade (Automation and Robotics) classroom.
Thanks for supporting a fellow teacher who chose the lab over the office! Happy building!"
Teaching style
My style is 'Hands-On Engineering.' I focus on making technical VEX concepts accessible and organized so students can spend more time building and less time feeling overwhelmed by the parts bin.
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