Students from the Secondary Division of the Demonstration School, Khon Kaen University (Education Faculty), achieved outstanding success at the 25th Annual Youth Robotics Competition (SSTP–OBEC), winning the First Runner-Up Prize in the Robo Rescue with microROS category. The competition, held from May 31 to June 1, 2025, at Zeer Rangsit, Pathum Thani, was organized under the royal patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who graciously awarded the royal trophy to the top winners.

 

This national event was jointly organized by the Technology Promotion Association (Thailand–Japan) and the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC). Its objective was to provide a platform for students, educators, and academic personnel to showcase their talents in science, technology, and engineering, while fostering cross-institutional exchange and learning. The event attracted over 500 teams and approximately 2,400 participants from across Thailand.

 

This year, Khon Kaen University Demonstration School entered two teams in two categories. In the Robo Rescue with microROS category, Team “Dinonaut”—comprising three Mathayom 5 (Grade 11) students: Siwatchanat Saengsuwan, Chainon Thinthapthai, and Nopanont Pittaraphot, under the guidance of advisor Dr. Non Jarungsirawat—earned a perfect score of 270 points, also known as a “Super Bingo,” the highest possible score. Although they matched the champion team’s points, they completed the mission in slightly more time, securing the First Runner-Up position.

 

Meanwhile, in the Robo Soccer category, Team “Satit KKU”, composed of Mathayom 4 (Grade 10) students Teeraprat Satchapong and Suparuj Worathanapong, coached by Dr. Nattakan Moeykhao, advanced impressively to the semifinals. As newcomers to the national robotics scene, their strong performance marked a valuable learning experience and inspired confidence for future development.

 

This success highlights the students’ ability and determination to apply their STEM knowledge in real-world problem-solving through engineering thinking and teamwork. It also underscores the vital roles of dedicated teachers and broad-based support systems in nurturing youth through extracurricular learning and equipping them with essential future-ready skills.