Earth’s oceans are more than what you can see on the horizon. Beneath the surface lies our planet’s most complex ecosystems, full of life and potential for exploration, learning, and innovation. Modern marine technology allows us to gain more immersive knowledge of the ocean’s greatest wonders, but more than 80% of the ocean is still waiting to be explored. How will you use your STEM skills to dive into the unknown and improve life on land and underwater? Join our 2024-2025 ocean-themed robotics season, FIRST DIVE presented by Qualcomm, and uncover the potential in each of us to strengthen our community and innovate for a better world: 🌊 FIRST LEGO League SUBMERGED launches August 6, 2024. 🌊 FIRST Tech Challenge INTO THE DEEP presented by RTX launches September 7, 2024. 🌊 FIRST Robotics Competition REEFSCAPE presented by Gene Haas Foundation launches January 4, 2025. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejQjgX8W #FIRSTDIVE #SUBMERGED #INTOTHEDEEP #REEFSCAPE
FIRST
Non-profit Organization Management
Manchester, NH 42,750 followers
FIRST is a global robotics community preparing young people for the future.
About us
FIRST was founded by inventor Dean Kamen in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology. Based in Manchester, NH, the 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit public charity designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills. Our mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities. Make a difference in thousands of students’ lives. Create an impact on the workforce of tomorrow. Become a member of our passionate employee base working to make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education accessible to all students around the world.
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http://www.firstinspires.org
External link for FIRST
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Manchester, NH
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- Robotics Competitions for K-12, STEM related afterschool programs, Inspiration, Innovation, Hands-on learning, Coding, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, STEM, STEM Education, and youth-serving organization
Locations
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Primary
200 Bedford Street
Manchester, NH 03101, US
Employees at FIRST
Updates
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Save the date! Nominations for the 2025 Inspire the Future: FIRST Recognition Program open on Monday, September 30. We can’t wait to see the outstanding educators and schools the FIRST community nominates this year! #InspireTheFuture
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Did you know our suite of FIRST programs align with numerous national educational standards from kindergarten through high school? During the 2024-2025 #FIRSTDIVE presented by Qualcomm season, teams will use their STEM and collaboration skills to explore life beneath the surface of the ocean. FIRST has aligned this season’s ocean theme with the national education standards so educators can provide a new and relevant approach to reaching those standards. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02Mxdv90
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Innovation and efficiency at work! Check out how #FIRSTDIVE presenting sponsor Qualcomm's technology is used to track devices for shipping and other parts of supply chains across rail, air, and oceans. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02K1vRm0
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A season so expansive you can see it from outer space! During #FIRSTDIVE presented by Qualcomm, allow your STEM skills to take you below the surface as you explore the future. Don’t miss any of the excitement. Register your team today! Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02wHsz20
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ICYMI: Janell N. Catlin, Ph.D., Vice President of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at FIRST, joined other experts from outside-of-school organizations on Project THRIVE’s monthly webinar. Together, they discussed the importance of inclusive extracurricular spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, what modern extracurricular spaces can look like, and offered tips to help in-school youth-serving professionals better support them in connecting with youth. Check it out: https://hubs.ly/Q02L94d50
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"Mr. Plasky has inspired not just me, but many other robotics members during his time as a mentor. When watching him help out a student, you can truly see the care he takes in teaching the younger generation.” Meet Joe, a mentor of FIRST Robotics Competition Team 3336 “The Zimanators.” Read more about the impact Joe is making: https://hubs.ly/Q02JCKZj0 #PeopleofSTEAM
#PeopleofSTEAM: Meet Joe
community.firstinspires.org
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Searching for a free curriculum that will provide students with the opportunity to practice 21st century skills like technical writing, presentation skills, communication, project management, collaboration, and teamwork? Look no further than our Robotics Engineering Explorations curriculum! Created by the FIRST Education Team and designed for grades 7-12, this curriculum allows students to skill-build while diving into the world of robotics and FIRST. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02KzHMY0
Free Education Resources
firstinspires.org
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Calling all #FIRSTAlumni! The FIRST Alumni Handbook is your guide to education, career, and going beyond with your FIRST Experience. Check out these great resources available just for you: https://hubs.ly/Q02LhV990 #stemsquad
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