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US FIRST^® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a national program that partners locally with companies and schools to create challenging after school activities that give students ages 9-18 an exciting platform for discovering career opportunities in STEM. The robotics-based competitions including FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), FIRST LEGO League (FLL) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) offer the technology leaders of tomorrow a chance to show off their skills, imagination and gracious professionalism.

Local Statistics

This year, more than 13,000 students are served by programs like PLTW-Kansas City and Kansas City FIRST in Greater Kansas City.

Click here to download a complete list of participating schools.

FIRST LEGO League Qualifying Tournament #1 at Olathe Northwest High School

Official Results, as of November 17, 2012

FIRST LEGO League Qualifying Tournament #1 at Bingham Middle School

Official Results, as of December 1, 2012

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News + Updates

FTC Comes to Kansas City - Oct. 2012 Announcement

We need volunteers to help with the FLL Qualifying Tournament #4 - Sign up today!

FLL Tournament Bulletin

FLL Qualifying Tournament #1 at Olathe Northwest - Important Team Information

2012 FLL Coaches Materials

News Bulletin - September 2012

Core Values Presentation

Research Presentation

The Game

Robot Design Presentation