FIRST^® Tech Challenge Class Pack Updates

Hi Friend, 

Can you feel it? Spring is in the air and there is so much to celebrate and even more to learn. We have compiled some great resources for you as you wind down this season and begin to look ahead towards next year!

Feedback Requested

Reminder! We would love to hear your feedback! Please check your inbox for your end of season survey and share your experience with us.

If you are a teacher/facilitator of a Class Pack program and did not receive the survey link, please contact the FIRST^® Research and Evaluation Team at firstevaluations@firstinspires.org.

FIRST Certified Professional Development 

Consider signing up for our professional development if you want hands-on FIRST^® Tech Challenge training. Registration is open now for in-person training this spring and summer.

Check out Professional Development in Houston, April 17-18, 2023. Email firsteducation@firstinspires.org if you'd like to attend but need a scholarship to cover the seat cost. 

FIRST Championship Conferences

Will you be attending FIRST Championship presented by BAE Systems in Houston, TX? Did you know there are conferences that educators, coaches, mentors, and students can attend to build their knowledge base?  

DonorsChoose Funding Opportunity

Thanks to generous support from News Corp, full-time educators and school district employees in the United States can apply for funding to support materials needed for FIRST implementation in classrooms and after-school environments.

Create your project on DonorsChoose using your FIRST Class Pack Account number or learn how to apply for funding and see what materials* educators have requested to support FIRST in their school.

*Funding cannot be used to cover the cost of FIRST team or Class Pack registration.

Please Note: Funding is not guaranteed and projects must meet the donor intent requirements.  

Library Grant Opportunity 

The American Association of School Librarians has grant opportunities to help promote STEM education and student interest in STEM careers. These grants also offer school librarians the opportunity to collaborate with community partners, curate STEM resources for their school community, and be an engaging and inviting leader.

Important things to note:

✏️ Must be a U.S. public school library serving grades 6-12

✏️ The maximum amount awarded is $3,000

✏️ Program/event must take place in the 2023-2024 school year

Deadline: April 11, 2023

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

Connect with FIRST

FIRST School Engagement: firstschoolengagement@firstinspires.org  

FIRST Education: firsteducation@firstinspires.org 

FIRST Customer Support: customerservice@firstinspires.org