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The HHS Robotics team celebrating with their awards!

The HHS Robotics team happy from their latest match.

The HHS Robotics team working together during the competition.

Three HHS Robotics team members controlling the robot during the competition.

Supporters of the team in the crowd celebrating.

Teacher Chris Slater looking at the robot.

Teacher Richard Douglas and district leaders smiling together at the competition.

A HHS Robotics team member holding the computer and controller.

A HHS Robotics team member working on the robot.

The HHS Robotics team smiling together with their robot!

March 24, 2026

Chesapeake Public Schools

Competition meets innovation at Hickory High School! 🤖 Last weekend, Hickory hosted a FIRST Chesapeake Robotics Competition, welcoming 30 teams from across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Not only did they serve as outstanding hosts, but Team 2890, The Hawk Collective, delivered an exceptional performance, finishing 3rd overall, and earning the prestigious Autonomous Award! This award, sponsored by Google.org, recognizes excellence in coding, sensor integration, and robot design during the autonomous portion of the competition. With their strong performance this season, The Hawk Collective has also qualified for the FIRST Chesapeake Championship Event this April at Virginia State University! Special thanks to Christopher Slater, Richard Douglas, and all the staff and volunteers who made this event possible.