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Dean's List Award Updates

Sep 05, 2023 Written by Ashley Marie Johnson, FIRST Robotics Competition Program Specialist & Erin Fadden, FIRST Tech Challenge Project Manager

We are so excited to announce some updates to the Dean’s List Award!

Take The Time for Youth Safety

Aug 31, 2023 Written by Kim Wierman, Sr. Director – FIRST LEGO League; JoAnn Halloran, Sr. Program Manager – FIRST Tech Challenge; Collin Fultz, Sr. Director – FIRST Robotics Competition

As teams are reforming for the new season, we want to remind you to take time to make sure all team members, adults and youth, understand their role in creating a safe environment.

Grant Season Already?!

Aug 29, 2023 Written by FIRST Operations Staff

We want to let our FIRST Robotics Competition teams know about the potential grant opportunities our generous sponsors have to offer. 

Thank You Interns!

Aug 23, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program Director

Meet the 2023 FIRST® Robotics Competition interns!

Motor Rule Changes for the 2024 Season

Aug 22, 2023 Written by Jay O’Donnell, FIRST Robotics Competition Mechanical Engineer

Sharing a change coming to the robot rules for the 2024 season to help teams and vendors make better informed decisions as they prepare for Kickoff.

FIRST KitBot Details

Aug 17, 2023 Written by Fiona Hanlon, Ted Hood, and Kevin O’Connor, FIRST Robotics Competition Staff

Sharing more details on the expansion of the Kit of Parts base robot to help teams make decisions before the Black Tote and Drive Base opt-out deadline on Oct. 19th 12pm noon ET.

Get Your Pool Noodles!

Aug 15, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program Director

A friendly reminder to get your pool noodles!

Double Elimination 2023 Data and Updates

Aug 08, 2023 Written by Fiona Hanlon, FIRST Robotics Competition Team Experience Specialist

As we round out the end of summer, we wanted to share some information & updates on the Double Elimination playoff structure that we implemented for the 2023 season. 

Carpet at 2024 Events

Jul 19, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program Director

The carpet that will be used for 2024 FIRST® Robotics Competition events will be the same carpet that was used in 2023 (and prior) seasons.

Learning Content Available Through Thinkscape for FIRST Robotics Competition Teams

Jul 17, 2023 Written by Lori Birch, Senior Specialist, Education Workforce Development

Are you looking for content specifically for students in a particular job role? FIRST® Education has been developing courses for teams over the last year that help increase team knowledge tied to industry certifications.