St. Joan’s School, one of the top ICSE schools in Kolkata, continues to uphold its reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Known for pioneering the introduction of robotics in its school curriculum—a visionary initiative led by our founder Principal, Debjani Ghosh—St. Joan’s has set a benchmark in future-ready education. Our collaboration with GETC Guangzhou for Robotics underscores our commitment to preparing students for the technological advancements that are reshaping the world of work.

In the Inter-School Robotics Championship 2024 (ROBOVILLA), organized by CISCE and I-Hub Foundations for Cobotics (IHFC), IIT Delhi, St. Joan’s students demonstrated their prowess. The competition’s theme, “Use of Robots in the Construction Industry,” tasked participants with designing a robot capable of assisting in house construction.

St. Joan’s Teams:

• Team 1: Exoergic
• Team 2: Synergy
• Team 3: St. Joan’s Innovators

Out of 1,000 schools invited to participate across India, 480 teams advanced to the preliminary round, including all three teams from St. Joan’s. The challenge was to build a line follower robotic car, which all our teams successfully completed.

Competition Highlights:

• Stage 1: Design submission round — all three St. Joan’s teams advanced.
• Stage 2: Teams demonstrated a robot’s picking and pushing mechanism. Teams Synergy and St. Joan’s Innovators cleared this round.

Zonal Round:

Held at La Martiniere for Girls School, 30 teams from Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, and West Bengal competed. Both Synergy and St. Joan’s Innovators reached the second round, with Team Synergy emerging as one of six teams selected for the finals. Team Synergy also won the Best Robot Design award.

Finals:

Among the 24 teams that advanced to the national finals in Hyderabad (representing all zones—East, West, North, and South), Team Synergy from St. Joan’s ranks in the top 2% of participants.

This success is a testament to the quality of education at St. Joan’s School, where students are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and solve real-world problems using technology. Our students’ accomplishments on the national stage reflect the school’s commitment to nurturing talent and preparing them for future careers.

Future-Proof Careers and Employability through Technological Advancement in Education

At St. Joan’s, we believe in equipping our students with the skills necessary to excel in an evolving global job market. As industries such as AI, robotics, and automation expand, the future of employability lies in technological literacy, adaptability, and innovation. By integrating robotics into our curriculum and offering future-ready programs, we ensure that students are not just prepared for today’s challenges but are also equipped to thrive in the careers of tomorrow.

Key Future-Proof Skills:

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Robotics and STEM programs develop analytical and creative thinking.
• Innovation & Creativity: Competitions like ROBOVILLA challenge students to design groundbreaking technologies.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Working in teams teaches essential collaboration skills for every industry.
• Technological Literacy: Mastery of AI, robotics, and coding positions our students at the forefront of technological advancements.
• Adaptability: Students learn to embrace new technologies, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly changing job market.

As a school that emphasizes academic excellence and technological advancement, St. Joan’s School is committed to preparing students for the future. With a curriculum that integrates innovation and practical skills, our students are well-equipped to excel in the global economy and lead the way in the industries of tomorrow.

Through initiatives like our collaboration with GETC Guangzhou and participation in prestigious competitions such as the Inter-School Robotics Championship, St. Joan’s students have the opportunity to develop future-proof skills that will empower them to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of work.