Fifth graders from Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas are heading to the San Antonio Regionals after earning the Core Values Finalist Award at the FIRST LEGO League Challenge Somerset Qualifier.

Competing as the Underground Explorers, the four-member team demonstrated exceptional teamwork, collaboration and gracious professionalism throughout the competition. The Core Values Finalist Award recognizes teams that embody the spirit of FIRST LEGO League by showing respect, inclusion and a commitment to learning at every stage of the event.

This year’s theme, Unearthed, challenged students to explore the work of archaeologists. Teams researched real-world problems, developed innovative solutions and designed and programmed robots to complete mission-based challenges. The experience encouraged students to apply science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills in meaningful and creative ways.

The Underground Explorers team includes Aarush G., Advith P., Vibhav K. and Ayaansh N. Through months of preparation, the students strengthened their problem-solving abilities, communication skills and confidence.

Advancing to the San Antonio Regional competition on February 21 is an exciting milestone for these young innovators. Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas is proud of its dedication and looks forward to cheering it on as it continues its journey.

Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas blends the highest standards and expectations with a rigorous, math- and science-centered STEM curriculum and dedicated, engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers, and life. At Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. There are nine campuses in the Austin Metroplex: Austin, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, and Pflugerville.

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About Harmony Public Schools
Harmony Public Schools are more than 60 high-performing PreK-12 college preparatory charter schools throughout Texas. Harmony blends the highest standards and expectations, with a rigorous math- and science-centered curriculum and dedicated and engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers, and life. At Harmony Public Schools, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. To learn more about Harmony Public Schools, please visit harmonytx.org. Harmony is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. Students may apply at harmonytx.org/apply.

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