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Founder of RAIL
Creator of Regency Robotics
FIRST Robotics Team 6722
I am a high school robotics student and aspiring aerospace engineer focused on expanding access to STEM education through community-based engineering programs.
I founded RAIL (Robotics Advancement in Libraries), a community initiative designed to bring hands-on robotics education to public libraries through sustainable and replicable workshop programs.
As part of this initiative, I created Regency Robotics, the pilot RAIL program at Regency Park Library.Β Regency Robotics is an ongoing library-based robotics workshop program developed as part of my Girl Scout Gold Award project which introduces students to hands-on robotics, engineering, and problem-solving activities through community outreach and STEM workshops.
Since launching the program, RAIL has been featured by Tampa Bay 28 ABC News and expanded through multiple library workshops and community STEM outreach events, demonstrating the program's ability to engage students and grow beyond its initial implementation.
In addition to leading ongoing Regency Robotics workshops at Regency Park Library, I have presented the program at STEMapalooza, led Girl Scout STEM outreach events, and continue mentoring younger students through hands-on robotics and engineering activities while contributing to FIRST Robotics Competition robot development. I am also a member of the National Honor Society.
This portfolio highlights my engineering projects, leadership experience, robotics outreach initiatives, and community impact work.
Featured Projects & Recognition
Explore the projects, achievements, and community initiatives that demonstrate my passion for engineering, robotics education, and expanding STEM opportunities through public libraries.
π° Featured by Tampa Bay 28 ABC NewsΒ Β
π° Featured by Tampa Bay 28 ABC NewsΒ Β
Regional news coverage highlighting how Regency Robotics and the RAIL framework are expanding access to STEM education through public libraries.
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Girl Scout Gold Award ProjectΒ Β
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Girl Scout Gold Award ProjectΒ Β
Explore the complete Gold Award portfolio, from initial planning through implementation, outreach, evaluation, and long-term sustainability.
π Robotics Advancement in Libraries (RAIL)
π Robotics Advancement in Libraries (RAIL)
Explore the RAIL implementation framework, engineering model, and resources designed to help libraries launch sustainable robotics programs.
π Regency Robotics
π Regency Robotics
Explore the pilot library program including workshop activities, engineering challenges, implementation guides, media coverage, and project timeline.
Explore the Project
Browse the pages below to learn about the RAIL framework, the Regency Robotics pilot program, engineering documentation, and implementation resources.
π RAIL Framework
β‘ RAIL β Learn about the framework, mission, goals, and educational model.
β‘ RAIL Framework β Discover how libraries can implement the RAIL framework.
β‘ Resources for Libraries β Implementation toolkit, documentation, equipment, volunteer model, and replication guide
π€ Regency Robotics
β‘ Regency Robotics β Explore the founding library program and its community impact.
β‘ Timeline β Project development from planning through expansion
β‘ Workshop Implementation β How a workshop is organized and delivered
β‘ Activity Station Guides β Step-by-step instructions for each robotics activity.
β‘ Project Gallery β Workshop photos and engineering stations
β‘ Program Evaluation β Did the program achieve its goals?
β‘ Media & Recognition β News coverage, outreach, and community recognition
β‘ Engineering Resources β CAD files, templates, and technical resources.
RAIL at a Glance
πΊ Featured on Tampa Bay 28 ABC News
π Girl Scout Gold Award Project
π Implemented at Regency Park Library
π©βπ« Presented at community STEM outreach events
π§ 21 students served through multiple robotics workshops
π€ 5+ robotics activities developed
π₯ Supported by LED Robotics student volunteers
π± Designed for expansion to additional public libraries
Contact
Interested in bringing RAIL to your library or learning more about the program? I'd love to hear from you.
Christiana βAnaβ Thomas
Founder, RAIL (Robotics Advancement in Libraries)
βοΈ christianathomas2027@gmail.com
Libraries, schools, and community organizations are welcome to reach out regarding workshops, presentations, or future collaboration opportunities.
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