What we do:

We provide a hands-on experience in designing, building and programming robots which are then taken to regional and national competitions. During their journey, students gain practical knowledge in computer-aided design (CAD), mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, marketing and budgeting.  A large number of our students pursue a college education and career centered around STEM. 

 

We are:

A community-based, all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization supported predominantly by local businesses and individuals. 

 

How we began:

The successful creation and implementation of a competitive robotic program requires a great deal of dedication and support.  As a result, many schools in southeastern North Carolina have been unable to implement these programs. As of 2023, not one public high school in New Hanover County offers a competitive robotics program. Port City Robotics was created in 2015 to fill this void. Our first robotics team (Wired Wizards) was created 10 years ago and is geared towards high-school aged youth. Our second team (Mechanical Mages), developed in 2018 is a Lego Robotics team focusing on students in grades 4-8. Our most recent additions are our 2nd Lego Challenge team (Dashing Dinos) and a Lego Explore team (Nuclear Nerds) for grades 2-4 ages students (developed in 2022 and 2023).​