Initiatives

Here is information on our larger initiatives

FTC Team 18225

STEM Advocacy

We believe in inspiring the next generation of innovators through accessible robotics for all. That is why we formed Robotics for All, an organization providing online robotics lessons, and Reach for STEM Initiative, which produce resources for the FIRST robotics programs.

Goals

1

Allocating government grants toward schools to purchase robotics parts for robotics programs

2

Establishing an official “robotics” certification offered by the government for teachers and industry professionals looking to lead robotics efforts in their schools

3

Requiring every elementary school to have an “Hour of Robotics” each year

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Places for Assistance

Contacting and meeting with legislators
Establishing pilot programs across the state
Gathering testimonials to speak at future hearings

If you want to help, reach out to ftc18225@gmail.com.

FIRST for Girls Effort

Goals

Provide more girls in FIRST WA the opportunity to participate in technical roles on their teams

Places for Assistance

Sharing your experiences and potential solutions with us!
Meet with FIRST WA staff to systematically implement these solutions
Hosting events that share technical knowledge with girls

If you want to help, reach out to ftc18225@gmail.com.