Differentiating FIRST Programs
May 28, 2025
This Computer Science Education Week, we asked FIRST® Robotics Competition and FIRST® Tech Challenge teams to share top tools and insights that allow them to innovate and build to their greatest potential each season.
Introducing:
- Team 2468 “Team Appreciate” sponsored by Arm
- Team 11260 “Up-A-Creek Robotics” sponsored by Medtronic
- Team 573 “Mech Warriors” sponsored by Aptiv
- Team 1538 “The Holy Cows" sponsored by Qualcomm
Check out videos from each team below and discover new ways to hone your computer science skills during the FIRST® AGE™ presented by Qualcomm season!
FIRST Robotics Competition Team 2468 “Team Appreciate” from Austin, Texas discusses the training their team undergoes before and during the season to teach students programming.
FIRST Tech Challenge Team 11260 “Up-A-Creek Robotics” from Longmont, Colorado shares how they use sensors to track, collect, and score different game elements.
FIRST Robotics Competition Team 573 “Mech Warriors” from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan shares how they develop a Systems Work Document to manage different modes, coding, and more.
FIRST Robotics Competition Team 1538 “The Holy Cows” from San Diego, California discuss how AprilTags work and how optimizing for field use can make a world of difference.
CSEdWeek is more than a moment on the calendar: it’s a reminder of what is possible when every student has the chance to explore, create, and dream. The tools and ideas shared by our FIRST teams reflect the spirit of innovation that drives young people to discover their potential and imagine a better future. When we champion computer science education, we’re not just supporting skills; we’re inspiring the next generation of thinkers, inventors, and leaders. 🤖
Ready to iterate on your own team’s programming and coding skills? Share your computer science tips and tricks on social and be sure to tag FIRST!