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February 11, 2012 FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Southwestern PA Qualifying Tournament at Robert Morris University March 8 – 10, 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) – Pittsburgh Regional at Petersen Events Center FRC Teams:  Ellis Armory Robotics Practice Field Open to ALL FRC … Continue reading →

There will be an Open Field Event at The Ellis Armory Robotics Practice Field on Saturday, January 14th from 1 -3 pm. Everyone is welcome to tour the facility to see some of the Rebound Rumble field pieces set up. Ellis Armory … Continue reading →

Get information about the kickoff Encrypted game manual now released – make sure to download a copy for Saturday! If you can’t make it to your local kickoff, watch the broadcast online: http://science.ksc.nasa.gov/robotics/   Kickoff Volunteers Needed: Registration Kits of Parts … Continue reading →

Thanks to Snapology for hosting the first Jr.FLL Expo in the Pittsburgh region! For more info, see http://discoversnapology.com/jrfllsnapology.php

We are actively recruiting volunteers for the 2012 Pittsburgh Regional Competi-tion of FIRST Robotics. “FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that build not only science and technology skills and interests, but also self-confidence, leadership, and life skills.” Volunteer for: Field Repair/Reset … Continue reading →

Thanks to the speakers and attendees for a great event! Slides from the presentations will be posted on the SCRA website as the speakers make them available. November 12, 2012 9:00 AM – check-in; workshops from 9:30-4pm To register, contact … Continue reading →

Sept. 20 — Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST Robotics Championships, talks about the U.S. system of education and challenges in interesting students in science and technology.  http://bloom.bg/rqBLSl (Source: Bloomberg)

We are grateful to all who donated to FIRST and other charitable organizations in our region during PittsburghGives Day of Giving on October 4, 2011 – Thank You! If you missed this opportunity and would like to donate to FIRST programs in our region, … Continue reading →

will.i.am produced ”Science is Rock and Roll“, which premiered August 14 on ABC, and featured the 2011 FIRST Championship highlights, many celebrity appearances, and concert performances by the Black Eyed Peas and Willow Smith. Check back for link to a video of the program.

A Visionary Teacher, His FIRST Robotics Team, and the Ultimate Battle of Smarts Photo by Lipofsky.com Bascomb at the 2011 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Kickoff: “FIRST is about daring yourself to be exceptional.”