About JoySTEM
Inspiring the next generation of innovators through hands-on robotics education
Overview
JoySTEM is a community-driven educational organization dedicated to making robotics and STEM education accessible, engaging, and impactful for students of all ages.
Founded with the vision of empowering young minds through hands-on learning, we provide comprehensive training in robotics, coding, and engineering principles using industry-standard platforms like VEX Robotics and LEGO Education.
Our community fosters a collaborative environment where students learn to think critically, solve complex problems, and work as a team—skills that extend far beyond the robotics lab.
Our Mission
To inspire and equip the next generation of innovators with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to design, build, and program robotics solutions that make a positive impact on the world.
Our Goals
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Foster teamwork and collaboration skills
- Build confidence through hands-on achievement
What We Do
We offer a comprehensive range of activities designed to develop technical skills and creative thinking
VEX Robotics
Build and program competition-ready robots
LEGO Education
Learn fundamentals through creative building
Coding & Programming
Master Python, C++, and block coding
Competition Prep
Train for regional and national events
Engineering Design
Apply design thinking to real problems
Team Collaboration
Work together on complex challenges
Project-Based Learning
Complete hands-on projects and prototypes
Mentorship Programs
Learn from experienced instructors and peers
Who We Are
Meet the dedicated individuals who make our community thrive
Advisors & Instructors
Tony
Many years of child education experience. Led the team to win the 2025 VEX IQ Elementary School Division Championship in the Atlantic Region of Canada.
Divya Arun
Hello,I'm Divya, a VEX certified Robotics teacher dedicated to introducing young learners to STEM through structured,hands-on robotics activities. I support children in developing problem solving skills,creativity and confidence within a positive and supportive learning environment.
Reynaldo Junior
Over 20 years of experience in the education field, primarily as a teacher of physics, math, and technology. He has also designed and delivered several robotics sessions for children ranging from 6 to 15 years old. Reynaldo holds a bachelor's degree in Physics, a master's degree in Education, and a diploma in Data Analytics. He has been living in Halifax with his wife and two children since 2019. In his free time, Reynaldo enjoys playing Cribbage and regularly visiting the local library.
Student Leadership (Volunteers & Interns)
Micky Jiang
Micky has been involved in LEGO robotics since the age of six and has competed in FIRST LEGO League at provincial, national, and international levels, including representing Nova Scotia as the provincial champion in 2024.As an Assistant Coach, he enjoys guiding new students through robot design, competition strategies, and hands-on problem solving.
Team Captains
Jeremy Yuan
2023-2024 VEX Middle School Team - 81372B - Maple Leaf Forever He brought the team won the "Design Award" in Atalantic Region.
Ethan Qin
2023-2024 VEX Elementry School Team - 81372A - Sacred Shark He brought the team won the "Teamwork Champion Award" & "Energy Award" in Atalantic Region. 2024-2025 VEX Elementry School Team - 81372A He brought the team won the "Robot Skills Champion Award", "Teamwork Champion Award" & "Excellence Award" in Atalantic Region. This is the First team representing NS played in VEX World Cup.
Our Achievements
Celebrating our students’ success and growth
VEX IQ 2023-2024
Our team won the Teamwork Champion Award and Design Award in Atlantic Region
Team: Jeremy, Ethan, Hugo, Chenchen, Bowen, Andrew
VEX IQ 2024-2025
Our team won a triple crown in Atlantic Region Robot Skills Champion Teamwork Champion Excellence Award We won the only ticket for the elementary school group in the Atlantic Region, entering the VEX World Cup.
Team: Ethan, Gilbert, Andrew