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PITO Stabroek Students Race Homemade Soapboxes for 100th Anniversary

From VRT NWS · (3h ago) Dutch Positive tone

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Students from PITO Stabroek celebrated the school's 100th anniversary with a homemade soapbox derby race.
  • Over 60 teams participated in the 'Snel naar de bel' (Race to the Bell) event, showcasing vehicles they designed and built throughout the school year.
  • The race included various obstacles, and prizes were awarded for speed and originality, with one team winning for the most creative design using hay.

The PITO Stabroek school buzzed with excitement as students marked their centenary with a spectacular soapbox derby. This 'Snel naar de bel' event was more than just a race; it was a vibrant testament to the school's century-long commitment to STEM and agricultural education. Over 60 teams poured their creativity and technical skills into designing and building their unique soapbox racers, transforming the school grounds into a colorful display of innovation. The competition, featuring challenging obstacles like a bumpy washboard and a foam pit, highlighted the students' ingenuity and perseverance. It was inspiring to see young minds at work, applying classroom knowledge to tangible, exciting projects. The event truly captured the spirit of PITO Stabroek, celebrating both academic achievement and hands-on learning. The unique hay-constructed soapbox, a crowd favorite for its originality, perfectly encapsulated the blend of tradition and creativity that defines the school's enduring legacy.

Ze hebben maandenlang gesleuteld, geconstrueerd en nagedacht en dat zie je in elk detail van deze racewagens

— Luk LemmensLuk Lemmens, responsible for education, commented on the students' dedication and the quality of their race cars.
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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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