2025 FIRST Tech Challenge Season Kickoff
2025 FIRST Tech Challenge Season Kickoff
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Now Recruiting: Join the FTC Robotics Team
About the 2025-2026 Challenge:
About the 2025-2026 Challenge:
Starting September 6, 2025, FIRST Tech Challenge teams will explore the power of the world’s artifacts and unlock mysteries in the new challenge, DECODE™.
FTC (ages 12–18 / grades 7–12) engages students in real-world STEM exploration through designing and building classroom-scale robots to complete game missions. Teams program their robots for autonomous actions and then compete in exciting two-on-two student-driven matches.
Beyond the robot, students work together to build leadership, communication, and engineering skills, while also engaging in community outreach and developing confidence for future success.
Event Schedule:
Event Schedule:
8:45 AM Check-in, social time, light refreshments
9:15 AM Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:30 AM TBD
10:15 AM TBD
11:00 AM TBD
11:45 AM Lunch
12:00 PM FIRST Kickoff Live Stream
12:30 PM Game Field Reveal + Game Manual Distribution
12:45 PM Explore Field (photos, measurements, notes)
1:00 PM Breakout Sessions: Strategy + Robot Design
1:45 PM Break
2:00 PM Group Sharing / Q&A Discussion
2:45 PM Wrap-Up and Thank You
Registration Note:
Registration Note:
All teams and individuals should register through the official NY Excelsior Region FTC Portal.
👉 A link will be shared when registration opens.
What Should Students Bring?
What Should Students Bring?
To make the most of the day, we recommend bringing:
✅ Notebook or folder (for ideas, sketches, and notes)
✅ Pencil and pen
✅ Optional: Laptop or tablet (helpful for reviewing the game manual or taking digital notes)
✅ Water bottle
✅ Team spirit! (T-shirts, buttons, etc. — show your colors!)
Note: Wi-Fi may be limited, so consider pre-downloading any important content if you plan to use a device.
Location:
Location:
Bay Trail Middle School,
1760 Scribner Road, Penfield, NY 14526
Please enter through the middle driveway, drive south to the main parking lot for the middle school, and enter the building through the door near the flagpole on the southwest side.
Look for event signs to help guide you when you arrive.
Get Involved – Help Lead or Contribute!
Get Involved – Help Lead or Contribute!
We welcome teams and individuals who want to help make the kickoff even better!
Would your team or group like to:
Lead a breakout session, activity, or workshop?
Contribute to lunch or breakfast by bringing snacks, drinks, or desserts?
If so, please contact David Renner at derenner@penfield.edu to coordinate.
Your help is appreciated — and entirely optional!
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