BLMS FIRST ROBOTICS CLUB
BLMS FIRST ROBOTICS
WELCOME TO BLMS FIRST ROBOTICS!
WHAT IS FIRST ROBOTICS?
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) is an international organization that supports and operates many challenges and competitions such as the FIRST Tech Challenge. FIRST Robotics Competition, and the FIRST Lego League Challenge, as well as the FIRST Lego League and FIRST Lego League Explore.
At BLMS Robotics, we are dedicated to come up with solutions for and solve existing problems around the world through building, planning, and engineering. Some past themes included Masterpiece (FLL), and Center Stage (FTC). At FIRST Robotics, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and Gracious Professionalism is crucial for success.
BLMS FIRST CLUB PROGRAMS
Problem solving skills and imaginative thinking build tomorrow's leaders.
In FLL, FIRST® LEGO® League teams (up to 10 members) use their imagination and critical thinking to cook up a Lego masterpiece that solves real-world challenges. They also design, build, and program Lego robots to perform "missions" on a playing field.s to perform autonomous “missions” on a playing field. In FLL, students develop critical thinking skills and learn about coding and building principles and tips, all while working with their peers to create a Lego masterpiece.
Grades 4-8
The next level of thinking and engineering.
In this next step of Robotics, FIRST® Tech Challenge teams (15-17 members) design, build, and program robots of their own to use to compete and play a floor game in an alliance format. IN FTC, students develop crucial life skills and practice engineering principles, while learning the value of teamwork, competition, and sharing ideas between peers.
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Grades 7-12
CONTACT
Beaver Lake Middle School
Issaquah School District
426-837-4170