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In Memorium
Judy Beckwith
Our hearts are incredibly heavy as we say goodbye to Judy Beckwith, a longtime volunteer and friend to the BEAM family.
Judy was such a kind soul, and she was dedicated to supporting BEAM wherever we needed it most. She gave so much of her time and heart to our students and fundraising events, always showing up for us even when things were hard for her personally. We are all feeling the loss of her spirit and her generosity deeply.
Thank you, Judy, for being such a wonderful part of our lives. We will miss your warmth and your presence at our events more than words can say. Rest in peace.
BEAM Robotics Nominates Mentor Bailey Nardone for First Robotics “Compass Award”
As part of the FIRST Robotics Challenge, there is a special award to honor mentors that have gone above and beyond to support students' journeys in the often-challenging multi-faceted world of designing, building and coding a semi-autonomous robot. This year, BEAM Robotics progressed to the NY Excelsior Regional Championship, which made our team eligible and honored to nominate Bailey Nardone for the Compass Award. For many years, Bailey has gone above and beyond for the BEAM Robotics team, and we couldn't be prouder of their guidance, wisdom and encouragement they've given our students. Our robotics team put together this short, heartwarming video to nominate Bailey.
The winner of the Compass Award will be announced at the Regional Championship later this month. Stay tuned!
For 2026, Women’s History Month is celebrating with the theme “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” Women in engineering are more than problem solvers; they are visionaries who imagine a better tomorrow – a world where technology and innovation meet sustainable solutions and provides a better future for generations to come. This month, we celebrate the ingenuity, resilience, and impact that women in engineering have on every corner of our lives.
- Jessica Begiers, EIT, Vice-President of BEAM
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