Welcome to another edition of Student of the Week! This week we hear from Phoenix Coding Academy's very own Robotics Club member, Joseph De La Cruz!

Ever since I was a child, I always wondered how things worked." Now a 14-year-old freshman at Phoenix Coding Academy, Joseph De La Cruz is heavily involved in Robotics and was even named both treasurer and historian for the club.

Club sponsor, George Cardenas, says he is "blown away" by the student's dedication to robotics. "He always finds time to learn new skills and work in the shop," Cardenas said. Through his participation in robotics, De La Cruz says he's learned excellent leadership and teamwork skills. You go, Joseph!!

Phoenix Coding Academy Robotics Club has received two items (valued at $80) to date. To support this club, click here. 

While in its' pilot year, the robotics team took home third place overall in the Velocity Vortex semi-finals competition and received their very first trophy! We here at SMC are so proud of you, PCA Pythons!