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USC Robotics Club

USC Robotics Club is an extracurricular activity rooted at Upper St Clair High School in Pittsburgh, PA that has expanded throughout the Upper St Clair School District to bring STEAM enrichment opportunities K-12. 

The mission of this club is to use the avenue of robotics to give students practical applications of problem solving, engineering, programming, entrepreneurship, team work, and so much more.  This club is a true collaboration between students, parents, faculty, community members, and local businesses.

As we look toward the future, the USC Robotics Club remains committed to expanding its reach and impact. We continue to add new programs, expand team memberships, and enhance our competitive edge. Our vision is to establish USC Robotics as a model of excellence in STEAM education, providing students with experiences that not only prepare them for future academic and professional success, but also instill a lifelong love of learning, innovation, and community involvement.

The USC Robotics Club operates on a student-led, mentor-supported model. High school students take on leadership roles, guiding teams and working closely with volunteer parent coaches. Collaboration between students of different age groups is encouraged, creating a vibrant learning ecosystem where knowledge flows freely, fostering mentorship, camaraderie, and a sense of community. 

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Contact

Tracy Smith
USC Robotics Coordinator
tsmith@uscsd.k12.pa.us


Students are challenged to apply their academic knowledge in physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering design to real-world problems, simulating professional environments. Through project-based learning, they are tasked with designing and building functional robots, programming them to perform complex tasks, and testing and refining their creations until they meet competitive standards.

Visit our specific elementary, middle school, and high school pages to see what opportunities exist within the USC Robotics Club. Want to see what our various teams are up to?  Visit the Meet Our Teams page as new websites are shared throughout the school year.  If you have any questions, please reach out.