Top 10 Alliance Finish at VEX Worlds
Canadian International School of Guangzhou
2026-05-15 14:50:36
Our CIS RoboGrizzlies have once again demonstrated their ability to compete at the highest level. Advancing from the Greater Bay Area to the national stage and then to the world stage, the team qualified for the VEX World Championships for the second consecutive year as China's national champion. Team 54037F stood out among more than 130 top teams across China, earning a place among the 50 teams selected to represent the country at the World Championships. They went on to secure a Top 10 Alliance finish in their division, showcasing the strength and consistency of the CIS robotics program on a global stage.
On April 24, a group of 10 students and 3 coaches travelled to St. Louis to represent CIS and China at the VEX World Championships—the highest level of international robotics competition. Facing elite teams from around the world in an intense and fast-paced environment, the team delivered a performance defined by both skill and resilience:
· Opened with a 347-point match, ranking 2nd
· Dropped to 63rd after an unexpected in-match error
· Demonstrated strong composure and teamwork under pressure
· Fought back with multiple high-scoring matches to climb into the Top 3
In the end, Team 54037F advanced to the finals and secured a Top 10 Alliance finish in their division. Congratulations to our RoboGrizzlies students. This result represents more than strong performance—it reflects real growth, resilience, and the ability to respond to challenges at the highest level.
"Elite-level competition is often decided by the smallest of margins, and our team rose to the challenge with exceptional precision and determination.
This achievement reflects not only the excellence of a single team, but also the strength of an entire program built on engineering design, iterative problem-solving, collaboration, and resilience under pressure."
——Mr. Todd Voykin
CIS Director of Technology and Innovation
From Classroom to World Championships:
A Structured Approach to Future-Ready Skills
At CIS, success on the world stage starts in the classroom. Our STEAM program is designed to systematically develop students' innovation, engineering thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills, including readiness for an AI-driven future.
01:A Structured, Progressive Learning Pathway
From early years to high school, students follow a clear progression in robotics, coding, and engineering design. Through both classroom learning and competitions, they develop from learners into confident problem-solvers and creators.
02:Expert Coaching and Long-Term Mentorship
Our experienced STEAM coaching team supports students throughout their journey—from training to competition. CIS Director of Technology and Innovation, Mr. Todd Voykin, also serves as the Chair of the ACAMIS Robotics Committee. His leadership connects students to top-tier competitions and ensures they are prepared to compete on an international level.
03:State-of-the-Art Facilities
CIS IDEA Lab is a hub of innovation, featuring industry-standard equipment, including 24 Bambu Lab 3D printers, five laser cutters, a CNC router, a laser welder, and full computer and laptop labs. Access to professional tools gives students authentic, real-world experience that builds confidence and prepares them for future study and careers.
We have dedicated junior and senior robotics spaces that give students room to focus, collaborate, and innovate. These specialized environments provide authentic, hands-on experiences that mirror real-world engineering and design settings, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and technical mastery. These facilities allow students to test, iterate, and refine their designs in environments that mirror real-world engineering and design settings.
04:Global Competition Opportunities
Students are given opportunities to compete at every level—from regional events to national championships and world competitions. Each stage challenges students to think bigger, improve faster, and collaborate more effectively, while gaining exposure to top teams from around the world.
From the Greater Bay Area to the global stage, this season marks another milestone—not an endpoint.
Preparation for the next season is already underway:
New training cycles have begun;
New robot designs are in progress;
The next generation of RoboGrizzlies is stepping forward!
With experience, confidence, and ambition, our RoboGrizzlies are ready to return to the world stage and aim even higher!
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