EXPERIENCE A TRANSPORTATION-INSPIRED ROBOTICS SEASON

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EXPERIENCE A TRANSPORTATION-INSPIRED ROBOTICS SEASON

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FIRST in Texas Talks

CAREER, EDUCATION, AND TECHNICAL INSIGHT For STUDENTS (and parents) AS THEY NAVIGATE THEIR EDUCATION & WORKFORCE JOURNEY

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We NEED You!

As partners in securing a diverse & skilled workforce, WE need your support NOW to continue to serve FIRST in Texas teams and students!

274k jobs created last year in Texas

+30% of Texas students are interested in STEM careers

Help prepare students for their futures in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

4180 students supported by grants

6,000+ students supported by grants yearly

Team grants given through contracts, grants and corporate contributions provide teams and students with key resources to compete at the state and national level. Apply for a grant.

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22,000 mentors and coaches working with Texas teams

Volunteer professional mentors inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and engage them in programs that build science, engineering and technology skills. Become a mentor.

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At the end of the season we ask all students to complete the end of year survey. This survey is the best tool we have to acquire new grants in coming years. The information provided helps our sponsors understand the important impact FIRST® programs have on students’ lives, education, and career choices.

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648,000 Volunteer Hours

FIRST® volunteers fuel the mission providing teams and students support at events all year long.

Inspiring young people’s interest and participation in science and technology 

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Latest Updates

FIRST Tech Challenge Registration Now Open!
FIRST Tech Challenge Registration Now Open!
FIRST Tech Challenge registration is now open.  Please follow this link to register.  FTC Registration LinkRead More
FLL Alamo/Central Registration Open – Sign Up Today!
FLL Alamo/Central Registration Open – Sign Up Today!
Sign up to register for FLL Alamo/Central  tournaments.  Please go to FIRST® in Texas Event Registration (texasfirsteventreg.azurewebsites.net).Read More
FTC Kickoff September 18th, 2021!
FTC Kickoff September 18th, 2021!
Transportation drives us forward – impacting economies, bridging cultures, and making us all more globally interconnected. FIRST® Tech Challenge teams...Read More
FIRST in Texas Receives Generous Grant From Texas Workforce Commission
FIRST in Texas Receives Generous Grant From Texas Workforce Commission
Texas – FIRST® in Texas is proud to announce that it has received a $700,000 grant awarded by the...Read More