2019 March - Rotary Technology Tournament 2019
A Technology Tournament was hosted by the Chiltern Hills Academy on Friday 1st March organised by the Rotary Clubs of Amersham, Chesham, and Great Missenden.
A Technology Tournament was hosted by the Chiltern Hills Academy on Friday 1st March. This was organised by the Rotary Clubs of Amersham, Chesham, and Great Missenden.
Students came from Chiltern Hills, The Beacon, John Colet School, and Chesham Prep. (The Royal Grammar School High Wycombe, and Amersham School also entered, but had to cancel.)
The event was attended by the Mayors of Amersham and of Chesham, Cllrs. Caroline Jones and Jane McBean, and by the Rotary District Governor Dave Ford.
Teams of four were given a collection of drawing pins, pieces of wood and other simple materials, together with a small electric motor, and asked to design and build a device that would lift a supposedly hazardous object from an awkward situation, actuated from a safe distance.
There were three levels of difficulty, for different age groups. This is called a Tournament rather than a competition, because it is hoped that everyone would achieve a measure of success. Marks are given for teamwork and design, as well as for the finished product.
They all worked hard, and came up with a large number of different designs. The winners of the Advanced task were a team from John Colet school: Corey Meehan, Emma Manning, Lucy Clark, and Luke Winter. Teams from John Colet also won the Intermediate and Foundation tasks.
All participants received a Certificate, which can help with their C.V.s in future, and the winning members each received a token prize to remember the event.
This Tournament was introduced to Chesham many years ago by the late Rev Derek Upcot, and has now spread throughout Britain. The Derek Upcot Memorial Cup was presented to The John Colet School.
The highlight of the event was watching all the devices being tested, and a speech by our Chief Judge, Ray Payne. He is a professor of Engineering, and a well-known local resident, and was able to explain how solving problems like this apply in the real world, illustrated by features of the various devices produced.
Cup Winners John Colet School Wendover
Advanced Winners John Colet School Wendover
Intermediate Winners John Colet School Wendover
Foundation Winners The Beacon School Amersham
'What We Do' Main Pages:
A Technology Tournament was hosted by the Chiltern Hills Academy on Friday 24th February. This was organised by the Rotary Clubs of Chesham, Amersham, and Great Missenden.
moreThe Rotary Club of Chesham promises to respect the confidentiality of any personal data members or supporters share with us.
more
Rotary recognises the service given by one member of the Chiltern Chamber of commerce who has given unselfish support to the community for many years.
more
In Christmas 2017 Chesham Club pushed the technology barrier and used an Online Tracker System to pin point the actual location of Santa directly onto the club website as it was happening.
more
Chesham Rotary Club held the local round of the National Young Photographer competition, where local youngsters took photos based on a ‘Wild Nature‘ theme.
more
The Rotary Club of Chesham once again organised the annual Stroke Awareness Day on Saturday 12th May 2018
more
Silverson Machines Limited recognised for Excellence in Manufacturing and services to the Chesham Community.
more
A Technology Tournament was hosted by the Chiltern Hills Academy on Friday 1st March organised by the Rotary Clubs of Amersham, Chesham, and Great Missenden.
more
Rotarians Mervyn Edwards and Chris Marsh give their report to members concerning the Christmas 2021 activities
more
Chesham Rotary has been around for 75 years. We are an organisation of practical action and we are proud of the Chesham community rising to the current challenge.
more
Thousands of youngsters take part every year in our youth competitions which in most cases take the form of regional heats followed by a national final. The majority are categorised into junior, intermediate and advanced age groups.
more
The Rotary Club of Chesham are supporting Chiltern Music Therapy and other local groups (who have or do support dementia suffers and carers). The walk in the beautiful Chiltern Hills took place on Sunday 4th September 2022.
more
On Wednesday 17th July 2024 the Rotary Club of Chesham were invited to visit Heritage House as a thank you for the work undertaken by some of our members
more
On the 19th August members of Chesham Club and guests attended President Kalpesh Patel's Barbecue.
more
Chesham Rotary took children and carers to Whipsnade Zoo on 12th June.
See the letters of thanks from the children on this page
The Rotary Young Chef competition was held on Saturday 12th January 2019 at Piper's Corner School
more
This was an incredible show of local talent by children and adults from Chesham and surrounding area. The versatility, inspiration and professionalism shown by the artistes was absolutely amazing.
more
Santa's Sleigh schedule is now finished for Christmas 2023. He has visited streets in and around Chesham.
more
Santa's Visit Programme for 2021 has been finalised. He will be visiting streets in and around Chesham. Find the Santa Tracker here.
more
In May this year Chesham Rotary Club supported Mayor Emily Culverhouse in the Mayor’s Charity Water Slide Event held in Lowndes Park.
more
On Friday the 25th October we held a highly successful Music and Magic evening at Chartridge Park Golf Club
more
On Wednesday 17th June, President Jeremy Wyman arranged for a special event to mark the end of his Presidency. A VIRTUAL CREAM TEA !!!
more
The Rotary Clubs of Amersham, Chesham and Great Missenden extend their congratulations to all the winners.
morePlease use this link if you wish to donate to Chesham Rotary
more
The Youth Council of Chesham organised the inaugural Chesham and Villages Young People Community Awards
more
Chesham Rotary Club members were pleased to be involved in this year’s Chesham Schools Carnival, the main event being in Lowndes Park.
more
Celebration of 25 years of the Chess Valley Male Voice Choir. Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Chesham 23rd March 2019
moreOn Friday the 25th October we held a highly successful Music and Magic evening at Chartridge Park Golf Club
more
Chesham Rotary has one or two speakers or visitors each month during our meetings. Have a look at what has been happening recently.
more
At the end of June, The Rotary Club of Chesham presented two local people with the most prestigious award from Rotary Foundation and International – THE PAUL HARRIS FELLOWSHIP.
more
Chesham Rotary Club would like to thank residents and visitors to Chesham who supported our Christmas Float over the Christmas period and made our collections for local charities such a success. You can donate here
more
On Tuesday 17th July 2018 the annual titanic struggle took place between opposing teams for the 'Texas Scramble’ golfing match. This was followed by the putting competition and supper organised and hosted by Inner Wheel.
moreRotary Club of Chesham's Peace in the Park 2023: A Resounding Success and Celebration of Unity
more
Letters of thanks received by Chesham Rotary
more
The Mayor of Chesham, Rotary Club of Chesham and Chiltern Chamber of Commerce were delighted to present a Special Recognition Award to the students of Chesham Grammar School
more
Looking for something fun and entertaining to add the “WOW” factor to your event whilst also allowing you to raise additional funds for your cause!! Look no further than using the Rotary Club of Chesham Games.
more
Santa's Visit Programme for 2023 has been finalised. He will be visiting streets in and around Chesham.You can get to the Santa Tracker from this page.
more
Some of the photos that were taken during the christmas in Chesham celebrations held on the 24th November 2017
more
The Technology Tournament for teams of Secondary Schoolchildren. The 2018 Technology Tournament took place on 23rd February at the Chiltern Hills Academy, Chesham.
more