Impressive Wins in Crete
Students from both public and private schools excelled at the Minoan RobotSports Competition (MRC) Global Olympiad 2025 in Crete. Competing alongside representatives from over 50 countries, Cypriot teams emerged victorious with multiple podium placements, enhancing Cyprus’ reputation in educational robotics.
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The spotlight was on teams mentored by Yiannis Laouris of Y. Laouris Informatique, who achieved 21 impressive podium finishes and demonstrated exceptional skills in events like Drone Soccer and Drone Flying.
National Recognition in Informatics
The 2025 Informatics Student Competitions Awards Ceremony in Nicosia also highlighted outstanding performances, honoring students who thrived in competitions such as the Cyprus Olympiad in Informatics and the BEBRAS Computational Thinking Competition.
Minister of Education, Dr. Athina Michaelidou, emphasized the significance of nurturing digital skills from an early age. The event also celebrated the increased participation of female students, marking progress in gender representation in technology sectors.
Upcoming Opportunities
Registration is now open for Robotex MRC Cyprus, scheduled at the University of Cyprus in June 2025. Participants may qualify for international events like Robotex International in Estonia. For more information, visit CCS’ official website.
