FIRST Tech Challenge

FIRST® Tech Challenge (ages 12-18) encourages teams to design, build, program and engage in thrilling robotics competitions. Guided by adult coaches and mentors, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles, while realizing the value of innovation and teamwork. The reusable robot kit can be coded using a variety of programming languages. With Gracious Professionalism®, students are encouraged to create team identities and be an ambassador for FIRST and STEM in their communities.

In the CENTERSTAGE℠ presented by Raytheon Technologies challenge, debuting September 9, 2023, FIRST Tech Challenge teams will raise the curtain on the power of design, creativity, and precision to create all new experiences.

NSBE Jr FIRST Tech Challenge teams will be invited to compete and participate in all FIRST Tech Challenge events held locally. It is through the local events by which a team would be eligible to advance to FIRST Championship.


Main landing page for FTC https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc


IMPORTANT UPDATE: NSBE IS NO LONGER A FLL REGION. EACH TEAM MUST SELECT A LOCAL REGION AND COMPETE WITHIN THAT GROUP TO HOPEFULLY QUALIFY FOR FIRST's WORLD FESTIVAL. NSBE'S ANNUAL CONVENTION IS NO LONGER A QUALIFIER!

Team Registration Information

Every NSBE MATHCOUNTS team must:

  • Apply to participate at NSBE's Annual Convention here
  • Consist of a minimum of two (2) and up to a maximum of fifteen (15) ACTIVE NSBE Jr members.
  • Complete registration on the FLL website to receive their team number here. (CURRENTLY OPEN!)
  • Consist of a combination of students in 7 – 12th grade.
  • Attend the 50th Annual Convention in Atlanta, GA
  • Assign a chapter advisor and team coach to complete the FIRST® Youth Protection Program (Each team needs two registered coaches through FIRST®)
  • Chapter advisor and team coaches must provide a satisfactory NSBE background check with Info Cubic.

IMPORTANT NOTE: NSBE FIRST® LEGO® League coach can prepare more than one NSBE FIRST® LEGO® League team.

CRITICAL 2023 – 2024 FIRST TECH CHALLENGE DATES

For quick reference, the following target dates are listed to ensure your participation in the NSBE FIRST LEGO LEAGUE. Please read responsibilities, events, and target timeline carefully. ALL links and resources are listed below and should be followed in the suggested order. For further information on the upcoming NSBE conferences, please visit convention.nsbe.org 

TEAM RESPONSIBILITY & EVENTS

TARGET TIMEFRAME (NO LATER THAN)

Register with FIRST LEGO LEAGUE and NSBE to participate at NSBE's Annual Convention Showcase
Register your team to participate at NSBE First Lego League showcase at Annual Convention no later than Friday, December 29, 2023, here
NSBE FIRST LEGO LEAGUE SHOWCASE

Held at NSBE's 50th Annual Convention from March 20 - March 24, 2024 in Atlanta, GA.

You can register for Convention and receive updates/news here: convention.nsbe.org





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