What is FIRST ?

 FIRST is a robotics competition founded by inventor Dean Kamen. FIRST, which stands for “For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology,” is an international competition that pairs high schools with corporate engineering sponsors to build a robot that will compete in a competition. The goal of FIRST is to give students a hands-on experience working with real engineers, businessmen, and scientists. Rancho is blessed to have a wonderful team of mentors working with our students!  ​

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FIRST  Vision 

"To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people can dream of becoming science and technology leaders" - Dean Kamen, FIRST Founder 

FIRST  Mission 

The mission of FIRST® is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.