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Coming to you from FIRST^® LEGO^® League HQ in Manchester, NH, USA.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Every discovery starts with a curiosity, a desire to understand the unknown, and a willingness to explore uncharted territory.”  

WHAT'S NEW

Ask an Archaeologist: Were you unable to attend the webinar hosted by the Archaeological Institute of America? The recording is now available! Check out their YouTube channel to get answers to your most asked archaeology technology questions.  

Walk Like Woodie Day: In celebration of Dr. Woodie Flowers’ life and enduring legacy, we invite the entire FIRST^® community to join us in participating in Walk Like Woodie Day. Together, we continue to carry his legacy forward by remembering and sharing his impact. Join us on October 10 by sharing your photos, thoughts, and examples of Gracious Professionalism^® with #WalkLikeWoodie on social media.

Just getting started? Welcome to the UNEARTHED™ Season: During the 2025-2026 archaeology-inspired robotics season FIRST^® AGE™ presented by Qualcomm, students will use their STEM skills and creativity to discover the past and uncover the future together. The FIRST^® LEGO^® League UNEARTHED season will be an experience for the ages. Dig into the season by Watching the UNEARTHED Welcome Video and reviewing the season materials, available now on the Game & Season page. 

REMINDERS

UNEARTHED Challenge Update: A new Challenge Update was posted on September 16. Make sure to review the Challenge Updates & Clarifications throughout the season. 

Extended FIRST Support Hours: FIRST Support will offer extended customer support until 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays until October 30. Support will be available via phone, chat, web forms, and email. 

Season Registration: There’s still time to join us as we explore the future together! Season registration is open in the FIRST Dashboard. Questions about registering your team? Contact FIRST Support. 

Dig into your Innovation Project: Check out our latest blog post for tips on completing your UNEARTHED Innovation Project. 

Community Resources: Dig into FIRST LEGO League Around the World, our new YouTube playlist featuring videos made by Program Delivery Partners from all around the world to help you this UNEARTHED season. 

FIRST Certified Professional Development: Unlock your potential by signing up for one of our upcoming remote or in-person professional development sessions for FIRST^® LEGO^® League Challenge. Register now for upcoming in-person & remote professional development.  

More information can be found on our website. Questions? Contact the FIRST Professional Development Team. 

YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST

Archaeologists discover mysterious earthwork circles in Austria built 6,500 years ago. 

CELEBRATION AND SHOUTOUTS
What are you looking forward to uncovering this #UNEARTHED season?  

Share your thoughts on social media and be sure to tag us!