SAN ANTONIO, TX - For the first time in Robstown ISD history, 46 of our elementary scholars competed in the Regional round of the National Science Bee in San Antonio, TX! Among nearly 100 participants from 13 schools across South Texas, our young scholars from Robert Driscoll STEM Academy (20 students), Lotspeich Leadership Academy (16 students), and San Pedro Fine Arts Academy (10 students) stood tall—bringing home medals, trophies, and pride!
22 students qualified for Nationals!
Special Congratulations to Our Champions & Top Finishers:
- Ryleigh Chavera – 5th Grade Champion
- Jayce Carrillo – 2nd Place, 4th Grade
- Mathias Rafael – 3rd Place, 4th Grade
- Noah Aleman – 3rd Place, 3rd Grade & Under
- Link Sturgis – 3rd Grade & Under Champion
- Nathaniel Balderamma – 3rd Place, 4th Grade, History
A huge thank you to Dr. Amanda Covarrubias for leading this phenomenal group of students and setting the example! We are also grateful for our incredible chaperones: Mrs. Loera-Stringer, Mrs. Chavera, Mr. Silguero, Ms. DeLeon, Mrs. Consuelo Alcorta, and Mr. Rubio.
National Qualifiers:
Robert Driscoll STEM Academy:
- Link Sturgis (1st)
- Ammeraya Olguin (2nd)
- Nathan DeLeon (3rd)
- Alector Alcorta (3rd)
- Benjamin Sanchez (3rd)
- Emma Ybarra (4th)
- Jordyn Gonzalez (5th)
- Andrew Benavidez (5th)
- Zaylie Salinas (5th)
- Ryeligh Chavera (5th)
- John-Paul Cortez (5th)
Lotspeich Leadership Academy:
- Isabella Ramos (3rd)
- Anthony Martinez (3rd)
- Nathaniel Valderamma (4th)
- Mathias Rafael (4th)
- Thalia Silguero (5th)
- Easton Valdez (5th)
San Pedro Fine Arts Academy:
- Noah Aleman (3rd)
- Evan Rubio (3rd)
- Jayce Carrillo (4th)
- Nevaeh Salinas (4th)
- Serenity Salinas (5th)
Robstown ISD is paving the way for future scientists, engineers, and innovators! We are so proud of our young scholars and can’t wait to see them shine at Nationals! Go Red!