We have some exciting news to share — and it has nothing to do with turf management.

Earlier this month, students from Brockton High School and Brockton Middle School competed in STEM-ED's 3rd National Aerospace Robotics Competition, held at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire. Competing against 12 teams from across the United States, the Brockton teams came home with first place in both the high school and middle school divisions.

We're proud to say that some of these students spent time with us at GreenSight as interns. During that period, we had the privilege of working alongside them — sharing what we know about drone technology, engineering, and problem-solving in the real world. What they did with that experience is entirely their own achievement.

"Without the tireless support of Johnny & Donato as well as GreenSight & Lincoln Labs, none of this happens!"— Brockton Team Manager

What the Teams Achieved

The competition challenged student teams to design, build, and test aerial drones capable of completing complex flight challenges. Teams also presented their engineering process — including design decisions, testing methodology, and lessons learned — to a panel of judges.

When challenging weather conditions forced competition activities indoors, the teams adapted quickly and delivered standout performances. That kind of composure under pressure isn't something you can teach in a classroom. It comes from building something real, testing it, failing, and trying again.

This was also the first year the competition expanded to include a middle school division — making the Brockton middle school team's first-place finish even more significant.

Our Small Part in the Story

At GreenSight, drone technology is central to what we do — from aerial scouting on golf courses to precision data capture across turf operations. When some of these Brockton students came to us as interns, we tried to give them an honest look at how that technology works in practice: the engineering behind it, the real-world constraints, and the problem-solving mindset that makes it useful.

We're grateful to have played even a small role in their journey. The credit belongs entirely to the students, their coaches, and the broader community of support around them.

About STEM-ED and the ARC Programme

The Aerospace Robotics Competition is run by STEM-ED, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organisation dedicated to making aerospace and robotics education accessible to students from all backgrounds. ARC combines technical presentations, flight operations, and robotics challenges into a single programme — giving students exposure to both engineering and real-world operational skills.

To learn more or support their work, visit www.stemed.org.

Congratulations to every student, coach, and volunteer who made this happen. Brockton — both divisions — champions. 🏆

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