Stadskanaal students head to LEGO League World Finals with municipal support
A team of talented students from Ubbo Emmius College in Stadskanaal has secured a spot in the FIRST LEGO League World Finals in Houston after winning third place nationally. The municipality is backing their journey with a €2,500 donation, urging others to support their fundraising efforts.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Team | Ubbo Emmius College (Stadskanaal) |
| Achievement | 3rd place in Dutch FIRST LEGO League finals |
| Event | World Finals in Houston, United States |
| Municipal Support | €2,500 donation |
| Fundraising Event | Sponsor evening on March 31, 2026, at Ubbo Emmius College, Stadskanaal |
| Previous Participation | Another Ubbo Emmius team competed in the world championship previously |
The municipality of Stadskanaal plays an active role in supporting local education and youth initiatives, particularly in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. By funding and encouraging student participation in international competitions, the municipality aims to foster innovation and talent development in the region.
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Municipality supports Ubbo Emmius team on their way to the LEGO League World Finals
The municipality of Stadskanaal presented a cheque for €2,500 to students from Ubbo Emmius College on Tuesday afternoon.
The team recently won third prize in the national finals of the FIRST LEGO League, securing their spot in the world finals in Houston, United States.
With this achievement, the students have demonstrated that they belong to the top teams in the Netherlands in the fields of technology and innovation. During the FIRST LEGO League, young participants work on challenges that emphasize programming, design, and collaboration. Teams from around the world will compete in the world finals.
Notably, these students are following in the footsteps of a previous group from Ubbo Emmius College, which also participated in the world championship a few years ago. Alderman Ingrid Sterenborg commented: “It is truly remarkable that these students have qualified for the World Cup. We hope this donation will assist them, and we encourage other sponsors to contribute as well.”
The journey to the world finals requires funding, so the team is organizing various fundraising activities. For example, there will be a sponsor evening on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in the auditorium of Ubbo Emmius College, Stationslaan 17, Stadskanaal. Attendees can support the team during this event.
We congratulate the students and wish them the best of luck in Houston.