Teams from around the province compete in St. John's to earn the title of provincial champions for Newfoundland and Labrador.
LEARN MOREFIRST Newfoundland and Labrador is a division of Levitate Learning, a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organization based in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
FIRST Newfoundland and Labrador strives to promote interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) amongst youth across the province. Through the delivery of their various robotics programs and their adherence to their core values, FIRST has been instrumental in exposing STEM to young people all over the world, while developing students’ problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
FIRST© LEGO© League introduces STEM to children through fun, exciting hands-on learning. Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program using LEGO® technology, helping today's students, families, and educators build a better future together. FIRST LEGO League's three divisions inspire youth to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills and showcase what they learned.
LEARN MOREFIRST© Tech Challenge students work together with their mentors to design and build robots to compete in a dynamic and exciting challenge released every September. Teams program microwaved-sized robots to follow autonomous commands before student drivers take control in two-on-two matches. On and off the field, students develop STEM skills, engage in community outreach, practice engineering innovation, and build confidence to help them succeed.
LEARN MOREOur programs use strategies known to increase student interest in STEM: hands-on learning, working as a team on real-life problems, exposure to careers and adult mentors, emphasis on FIRST Core Values, and a culminating celebration where students can showcase what they created and learned.
81%
FIRST alumni declare a major in STEM
48%
Female FIRST alumni declare a major in Computer Science or Engineering
For Inspiration And Recognition of Science and Technology