Organization, Mission and Strategy

The mission of Florida FIRST (For Recognition and Inspiration in Science and Technology) is to engage and inspire students in science and technology learning, while contributing to the nation’s technological enterprise. Florida FIRST does this through creative, hands-on STEM competitions. Our goal is to get youth excited about science and technology, and to pursue related studies and careers, and we’ve got a host of great ways to do that with FIRST.

Through FIRST academic competition experiences, students can work “FIRST hand” with scientists, engineers, and technicians who serve as mentors and coaches in a collaborative, professional environment. The real-world experiences and the relationships students form within the science, engineering and technology community richly supplement and deepen learning in meaningful and enduring ways that go far beyond classroom experiences.

FIRST programs are:
· Low cost and affordable, with significant funding availability,
· Standards aligned
· Research based and proven to enhance student achievement and long term success.

We are happy to work with individuals, groups and schools to create FIRST opportunities, and to help bring these valuable robotics programs to area schools and community centers.