NYC FIRST

OUR MISSION

NYC FIRST inspires and empowers students from diverse communities across New York City to engage with STEM and robotics in meaningful and joyful ways. We create authentic learning experiences that encourage young people to think critically and creatively, and persevere. NYC FIRST is investing in New York City’s future by preparing the next generation of innovators and leaders.

OUR VISION

We envision a future where every young person has access to rigorous and inspiring STEM education and succeeds academically and in their career.

HOW WE DO IT

We combine the energy and teamwork of tournament competition with formal learning and advanced technology resources. Our expert teachers and adult mentors encourage young people to build on their strengths and challenge them to push the envelope of what’s possible.

• Our work builds on the FIRST model, which sparks students’ interests in STEM through mentor-based robotics competitions while they build self-confidence and life skills.
• Young people compete from an early age into their high school years, making for sustained experiences in STEM that continue into college and their careers. They help each other and collaborate across boroughs, working together graciously to share knowledge.
• Most of our teams are guided by mentors and all have equal access to the equipment and resources they need to compete.

CONNECT WITH US!

Instagram: @nycfirstrobotics

Twitter: @nycfirst

Facebook: @nycfirst