What is FIRST?
FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a program for kids ages 6-18. FIRST is a non-profit organization devoted to help younger children develop a passion for engineering, technology, science, and math. In recent statistics, this program interested 210,000 youth and more than 90,000 mentors, volunteers, and coaches in the world. Thus, FIRST has attracted more students than any other engineering-student-run program and it is the most well-known. Twenty years ago, the inventor Dean Kamen created this plan to inspire teenagers to become leaders in science and technology and he became the first man to create such a program. Students that have participated in FIRST have higher chances to go college and major in engineering or other science fields.
FIRST Competitions
FIRST competitions include (in order of grade level) JrFLL, FLL, FTC, and FRC. Competitions help students with building self-confidence, communication, and leadership and it also helps schools gain recognition. Various competitions help students build self-confidence because they are supported with team members who have worked hard. Students can become more free with their environment by making new friends so they can positively give out ideas and support the team. Leadership roles are greatly rewarded coming into college especially if you are aimed toward engineering for further education. FIRST provides additional leadership roles for students who want to benefit this team. Ayala High School's STEM robotics team participates in FTC.
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FTC TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION
