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Goal

The goals of FIRST LEGO League (FLL) robotics align with the broader mission of FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), which is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators. I am trying to secure a grant for my team to compete in the qualifying event.
 

 

Category

School-Wide, Grade-Level, Or Class Events/Programs - Parent Nights, Honor Roll Celebrations, EOY Events, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

1) Robot Design and Construction: Teams of students design, build, and program a LEGO Mindstorms robot. The robot is then used to autonomously navigate a themed playing field and complete a series of missions. Students learn basic engineering concepts, problem-solving, and programming skills during this process.

2)Robot Programming: Using a block-based programming language, students write code to control the movements and actions of their robots. This introduces them to fundamental programming concepts and logical thinking.

3)Project Research: Each FLL season is based on a specific theme or challenge. Teams are required to conduct research related to the theme, identify a real-world problem, and develop an innovative solution. This aspect of FLL encourages students to explore and apply STEM concepts to address practical issues.

4) Project Presentation: Teams present their research findings and solutions to a panel of judges. This presentation allows students to communicate their ideas effectively, enhancing their public speaking and presentation skills.

5)Core Values Integration: FLL places a strong emphasis on core values such as teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. Students are encouraged to embody these values in all aspects of the competition, fostering positive team dynamics.

6)Competition Participation: Teams participate in regional, national, or international competitions where they showcase their robots, present their projects, and demonstrate their adherence to core values. Competitions provide students with the opportunity to interact with other teams, share ideas, and celebrate their achievements.

7)Community Outreach and Collaboration: FLL often involves collaboration with mentors, professionals, and local organizations. Students may engage in community outreach activities to share their knowledge and passion for STEM with others.

8)Problem-Solving Challenges: Teams face a set of problem-solving challenges throughout the season, both in designing and programming their robots and in addressing the real-world issues identified in their research projects.

Timeline - Our qualifying event will be held on December 6, 2025 in Okaloosa County.
 

 

Benefits to my students

Being on an FLL team helps us learn how to work together, solve problems, and be creative while building and programming robots. We practice important skills like teamwork, coding, and public speaking, and we also get to share our ideas with others. Most of all, FLL gives us confidence, helps us make new friends, and makes learning science and technology fun. 

 

Budget Narrative

1. Registration & Fees
Team registration (FLL Challenge: ~$250–300)
Event/Qualifier tournament registration ($225)

2. Team Supplies
Team T-shirts/uniforms (~$10–20 each)
Creatlity 3d Scanner - $242 - This year’s theme, Unearthed, inspires us to explore archaeology in new ways. Our team will scan relics and create 3D prints so people can do more than just look at them — they can hold, study, and understand how these artifacts were used.
 

 

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