Rotary Success

Three teams of students from Silcoates this week took part in the annual Rotary Technology Tournament at the John Charles Centre in Leeds.  From Year 9, Lucy Armitage, Amy Brearton, Jack Griffiths and Joe Summers entered the Foundation Task.  From Year 10, Mason Kershaw, Ellie Kitchen, Alistair Parry, and Rebecca Sheppard entered the Intermediate Task, and from the Lower Sixth, Laura Barker, Zara Dunford, Chloe Humphrey and Charlotte Slaski entered the Advanced Task.

The challenge involved the design, construction and testing of a bridge over a river.  The bridge needed to be designed in two sections, one permanent and the other had to have two sections that could be raised and lowered, similar to Tower Bridge in London, to allow tall ships to pass through.  All sections of the bridge needed to support the passage of a 1Kg test weight.  In addition, a logo promoting a charity of choice had to be attached to the structure.   

All three teams were highly praised for their design portfolios and complimented for their excellent conduct throughout the day.  Most impressively of all, the Year 9 team won in the Innovation award, and were presented their certificates and the winning trophy by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, Mr Michael Fox.  Many congratulations to everyone who took part, but particularly to Lucy, Amy, Jack and Joe for their success!