FIRST^® Tech Challenge Class Pack Updates

Hi Friend, 

Welcome to the new year! We know you are hard at work educating the next generation, and here at FIRST^® Education, we are creating resources to help! Below you will find a wealth of resources to help you implement your FIRST^® Tech Challenge Class Pack. Our aim is to continue to provide you with the most up-to-date and easy-to-implement content. 

Hour of Engineering by Siemens

This new web-based program introduces engineering to students in a fun, relevant, and interactive manner to learn about the various engineering fields and the impact engineers have on our world. Hour of Engineering by Siemens aims to inspire, engage, and educate students on the fundamentals of engineering before high school.

Webinar Recordings

Whether you are new to our program or a seasoned coach, there are many things to learn regarding gameplay and awards. If you couldn't catch our FIRST Tech Challenge webinars live, we recorded them.

FIRST Tech Challenge Resources 

Your one-stop shop for all kinds of resources! For everything from building to wiring to coding, even administrative resources can be found here. 

Coding Simulator

While your robot is under construction, you can still begin to code! You can sign up for a free simulator that allows all of your students to begin practicing the basics of coding in either Blocks or Java. 

FIRST Certified Professional Development

If you want hands-on FIRST Tech Challenge training, consider signing up for our professional development. Registration is open now for remote training this winter and spring. 

If you were forwarded this email, sign up for upcoming FIRST Tech Challenge Class Pack blast updates and view previous updates on our website. 

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