About Florida FIRST Robotics

The mission of Florida FIRST (For Recognition and Inspiration in Science and Technology) is to engage and inspire students to discover they can be successful in science and technology while contributing to the nation’s technological enterprise. Florida FIRST is the regional office of FIRST that promotes these endeavors in Florida. We are dedicated to exposing Florida’s youth to the possibilities that exist in the world of Science and Engineering.

Florida FIRST engages kids in the creative, hands-on process of technological innovation. Our goal is to get youth excited about science and technology, have them attend one of our prestigious institutes of higher learning, and upon graduation, stay in Florida for their careers. We depend upon our youth to contribute to the growth and sustainability of our innovative work force and endeavor to assist them in gaining the knowledge they need to accomplish this.

Our students are given an opportunity to work FIRST hand with scientists, engineers, and technicians who serve as mentors to our teams. This real-world experience and the relationships they form within the community are beyond what the classroom is able to offer. We see our program as an extension to the learning experience.