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Colorado Springs students earn global stage opportunity after standout season

Colorado Springs, CO: 

Three students from Sabin Middle School are taking their talents to the world stage.

The Sabin VEX V5 Robotics team, Da Vincis 2.0, has qualified for the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championship, one of the largest and most prestigious robotics competitions in the world. The event, hosted by the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation, will take place April 25–27, 2026, at the America’s Center Convention Complex in St. Louis, Missouri.

Out of hundreds of teams, Da Vincis 2.0 earned their spot by competing at the Colorado State Robotics Tournament in late February. They will join 588 middle school teams from 55 countries, representing the best young engineers and innovators from around the globe.

The team is made up of three Sabin eighth graders: Declan Martin, Riley Snyder, and Jaxon Wright.

Since the season began in August, the team has competed in multiple tournaments, earning an impressive 15 awards along the way. Their success reflects months of dedication, collaboration, and problem-solving.

“This isn’t just about building a robot,” said Head Coach, Susan Forget. “These students are learning how to think critically, communicate effectively, and work as a team—skills that will carry them far beyond the competition.”

Through the VEX V5 Robotics program, students take on the full engineering design process. They design and build their robot, write code, maintain a detailed engineering notebook, present their work to judges, and compete in a fast-paced, strategic game challenge. This year’s challenge, Push Back, requires teams to think creatively and adapt quickly under pressure.

As they prepare for the world stage, the Sabin team is not only representing their school, but also the innovation and talent found across Colorado Springs.

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Media Opportunity

Members of Da Vincis 2.0 and their coach are available for interviews, demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes looks at their robot and preparation for the world championship.

Colorado Springs’ Original High School Marks 150 Years: Media Invited Inside Palmer For Behind-the-Scenes Press Day - 04/10/26

Press Day scheduled for April 11 as Palmer prepares for community-wide open house on April 25

Colorado Springs, Colo.

Palmer High School, the city’s original high school and one of Colorado Springs’ most historic institutions, will celebrate its 150th anniversary with a community open house on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Palmer High School, 301 N. Nevada Ave.

Ahead of the celebration, local media are invited to attend a Press Day on Saturday, April 11 at 9:30 a.m., during the Palmer High School Alumni Association’s volunteer work day preparing the building and exhibits for the event.

Reporters and photographers are asked to meet organizers at the Nevada & Platte entrance (the “Front Nine”).

Available for interviews will be:

• Krista Burke, Principal of Palmer High School
• Susan Fletcher, Palmer High School teacher and President of the Palmer High School Alumni Association
• Darnell Robinson, Senior Class President and student lead for the Palmer 150 Committee

Media will also have the opportunity to capture behind-the-scenes preparation, historical artifacts, and footage inside the school as alumni volunteers prepare exhibits and displays ahead of the anniversary celebration.

A Community Open House Celebrating 150 Years of Palmer

The Palmer High School 150th Celebration & Community Open House will invite alumni, students, and the broader Colorado Springs community to explore the school’s long history through a series of exhibit “pods” highlighting different eras, activities, and traditions from across Palmer’s legacy.

Guests can expect:

• Alumni Museum tours showcasing historic Palmer artifacts and archives
• A guestbook photo station where alumni and community members can document their connection to Palmer

• Displays created by alumni, student groups, and school organizations
• Yearbooks available for purchase for those looking to replace a lost copy
• Link Crew students stationed throughout the building to guide visitors and answer questions about the current student experience

Event organizers have also invited the architects involved in Palmer’s ongoing renovation project to attend and speak with community members about the future of the historic campus.

Visitors should plan to enter through the foyer on the Nevada Avenue side of the school, with accessible parking and entry available on the Weber Street side.

Community Participation Still Needed

Organizers say the event is designed to be built by the Palmer community itself and are encouraging alumni, teachers, and organizations to get involved.

The Palmer Alumni Association is currently seeking:

Volunteers to assist with event setup, logistics, and welcoming guests.

Clubs, teams, and activities — past and present — to host exhibit pods representing their part of Palmer’s history.

Community members interested in volunteering or hosting an exhibit can learn more and sign up online.

Event Details

Palmer High School 150th Celebration & Community Open House
Saturday, April 25
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Palmer High School
301 N. Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO

Entrance: Foyer (Nevada Avenue side)
Accessible entry and parking are available on Weber Street.

Media Contact

Kaleigh O'Donnell, Class of 2010
 CSHS–PHS Alumni Association Board Member
 Event Coordinator

 Direct: 719-271-4620
 Office: 719-635-8803 ext. 4

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