Impact

Testimonials from students:

"After participating in FIRST, I have changed my career pursuit from a health field to an engineering field." -Michael P. (a Petroleum Engineering major)

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"FIRST robotics has shown me a whole world of engineering that I would never have otherwise considered. I have gained a deep respect and appreciation for the field."- Kyle M.

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-Annie H. (main programmer for 3 years)

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"I've learned new skills and computer programs useful in life outside robotics."-Jaime W
(There's life outside of robotics?)

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"There's always something for everyone to do, so you're never bored."- Hannah S.

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Testimonials from mentors:

"I've learned a variety of valuable skills, feeling how the team has become more mature by working togather."- Ms. Zhou

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"My employers send me out to inspire young people about engineering. This is the only program that works." -Ms. Holladay (employee of NASA)

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"We have had a great year! The kids have worked hard and they have done a fantastic job on the robot. We have some terrific mentors and I have enjoyed watching the kids learn from them and have fun too!" -Ms. Schrock

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"I found working with the robotics team to be very entertaining."-Mr. Sorrell

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"This is as close to managing a real-world project as I've ever been associated with."- Mr. Eisman

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"It's rewarding to see 20+ students grow through a project that emulates a real-world workplace environment such as as the FIRST robotics structure."- Mr. Collins

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