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Inspire and Create Lasting Impact
Bring STEM Learning to Life With FIRST®
From classrooms to structured afterschool environments, FIRST® helps educators and afterschool providers deliver hands-on STEM programming that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and prepares students for the future. If you’re starting a new robotics program or expanding an existing one, we’re here to help you begin.
FIRST Programs
STEM Programs That Inspire and Build Skills
Whether a student progresses through the various programs or experiences only one, K-12 FIRST programs offer flexible team-based experiences that promote collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation through robotics and engineering activities. We develop our programs using strategic, evidence-based techniques to maximize student engagement and conclude with events where students showcase what they’ve learned and accomplished.
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FIRST® LEGO® League
Grades K-8Start With Play, Grow With Purpose
FIRST® LEGO® League introduces STEM through fun, age-appropriate learning for students ages 5-16 (varies by region). With guided resources and engaging activities, educators facilitate a series of sessions where students gain an early understanding of STEM concepts and robotics while using teamwork and real-world problem-solving. Available in small group and classroom-scale implementations.
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FIRST® Tech Challenge
Grades 7-12Inspire a Future of Innovation and Fun
FIRST® Tech Challenge encourages students to design, build, and code their own robots as they prepare to compete in a yearly challenge. Coach materials include robot build guides, game manuals, and a coach handbook to help guide the experience.
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FIRST® Robotics Competition
Grades 9-12Gain Workforce Skills and Find Community
This 360-degree learning experience helps students with all interests build technical skills and develop leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Materials include a standard Kit of Parts, coach guidance, and robot building and programming documentation.
Grades K-8
Start With Play, Grow With Purpose
FIRST® LEGO® League introduces STEM through fun, age-appropriate learning for students ages 5-16 (varies by region). With guided resources and engaging activities, educators facilitate a series of sessions where students gain an early understanding of STEM concepts and robotics while using teamwork and real-world problem-solving. Available in small group and classroom-scale implementations.
Grades 7-12
Inspire a Future of Innovation and Fun
FIRST® Tech Challenge encourages students to design, build, and code their own robots as they prepare to compete in a yearly challenge. Coach materials include robot build guides, game manuals, and a coach handbook to help guide the experience.
Grades 9-12
Gain Workforce Skills and Find Community
This 360-degree learning experience helps students with all interests build technical skills and develop leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Materials include a standard Kit of Parts, coach guidance, and robot building and programming documentation.
Choose FIRST for Your Students
Prepare students for the new world of work with evidence-based strategies for STEM learning known to increase student interest in STEM.
STEM-Based Programs
Robotics and engineering activities introduce students to STEM concepts with holistic real-world learning experiences.
Standards Aligned
Our programs are aligned with core academics, computer science, and a variety of technology education across grade levels.
Project-Based Learning
Use sustained inquiry to solve authentic real-world challenges, have voice/choice in solutions, and publicly present solutions and robots at culminating events.
Student-Centered Learning
Small groups collaborate on areas of concentration (building, programming, finance, marketing, and more) and build a broad range of skills including cognitive/behavioral competencies.
Career and Technical Education
Students explore careers across all program levels, have access to industry professionals, and build strong foundations for STEM literacy and workforce skills.Supported by FIRST Strategic Partners
Leading companies across global industries trust FIRST robotics programs. They recognize the critical role our programs play in building interest in STEM and fortifying their talent pipelines with FIRST alumni equipped with adaptable skills.
