On Thursday of week 3, a group of year 9 students, Cameron D, Kelli W, Jorja K and Cooper M competed in the 2020 PIRSA Riverland Drone Challenge. Over the past term, they have been working hard to develop a remote disease detection system for the Agricultural industry. This not only involved improving their ability to fly the drone, but also how to identify the disease using the drone camera system and best communicate this information to the grower. This competition, the only school-based drone challenge in an Agricultural setting, was a fantastic opportunity for our students to develop their ability to problem solve, work under pressure, and think creatively. Our students did an excellent job on the day, producing a well thought out company report, presentation and a highly innovative solution. We congratulate Glossop High School on winning the 2020 competition and look forward to next year’s competition.  

Jessica Farrelly - Science Coordinator