KUWAIT CITY, May 3: The Ministry of Education announced on Saturday that 31 students from public and private schools have departed for the United States to participate in the VEX Robotics World Championship. The high school students have already left, while middle and elementary school students are scheduled to depart later.

This initiative is the result of a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Education's General Technical Guidance of Computers, the Computer Science Department at Kuwait University, and the Public Authority for Youth. The aim is to support and empower talented students in the fields of technology, engineering, and programming.

The ministry emphasized that this participation reflects its commitment to developing students' skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It also provides students with international opportunities to showcase their capabilities and creativity on a global stage, aligning with Kuwait's vision for digital transformation and innovation.

The Kuwaiti delegation is led by Mona Awad, General Technical Supervisor of Computer Science, accompanied by technical supervisors Anwar Al-Kandari and Abdullah Al-Mutawa, and trainers Ali Karam and Shaima Al-Saifi.

The VEX Robotics World Championship is a prestigious event that brings together thousands of students from around the world to compete in technical and engineering challenges, enhancing critical thinking, teamwork, and innovation. The championship will take place from May 6 to 14, 2025, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.