In the frosty and majestic state of Alaska, nestled among the towering snow-capped mountains and shimmering icy waters, lies a group of unique and innovative individuals. These aren't your average rough-and-tumble Alaskan kids, no sir! These kids are the high-tech wizards of the wilderness, the Robotics Rangers of Alaska. In the land where polar bears and moose are as common as squirrels in a city park, these young pioneers have traded their fishing rods and snowshoes for circuit boards and microprocessors. Instead of hunting for the biggest fish in the river, they're chasing the dream of creating the biggest, boldest, and most incredible robots on the planet. Now, let's introduce our hero, a chubby and cheerful walrus named Whiskertron 3000, also known as Whisker. Whisker isn't your normal tusked flipper-footed Alaskan buddy. He's a robot walrus, the collaborative masterpiece of these bright Alaskan kiddos. With a shiny titanium body, state-of-the-art sensors, and an artificial intelligence system that can outsmart even the craftiest of foxes, Whisker is a marvel of modern robotic engineering. But here's the fun part. Whisker has a hilarious habit of slipping and sliding on the icy Alaskan terrain, often landing on his shiny metallic bottom with a loud "CLANK!" He always manages to shake it off with a funny robotic giggle, "Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoot!" that echoes across the frozen tundra. So, whether they're building robotic walruses, or competing in the annual Glacier-bot Challenge, these Alaskan kiddos are having tons of fun, and learning heaps along the way! Yes, life in Alaska might be chilly, but the flame of innovation burns brightly in these young robotic rangers.
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DEBUT Creative Center & Theater-Studio is a dual-language (English–Russian) program where kids explore creativity, confidence, and self-expression. From theater and dance to fencing and stage performance, children can try new activities and discover their unique talents. Small class sizes let instructors give each child personalized attention, helping them feel comfortable, supported, and confident as they learn. Kids build artistic skills while also developing social confidence, teamwork, and poise on stage and in everyday life. Our programs celebrate each child’s individuality, combining fun, hands-on experiences with a focus on personal growth—all while keeping Russian language and culture an important part of the curriculum.
The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska is part of an international network of more than 40 Challenger Learning Centers spearheaded by Challenger Center. Founded in 1986, Challenger Center was created to honor the crew of shuttle flight STS-51L and its mission to provide students with a hands-on, space-themed learning experience that encourages exploration and discovery of STEM subjects. Our center strives to make these opportunities accessible to hundreds of thousands of students and tens of thousands of teachers each year. At the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, we are proud to be part of the global network envisioned by Challenger Center. Our goal is to inspire students of all ages to pursue STEM-related careers that will shape the future of our world. Our simulated learning environment engages students in dynamic, hands-on opportunities to strengthen knowledge in STEM subjects, while honouring the legacy of the heroic crew of shuttle flight STS-51L.