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

WHAT'S NEW

Thank You, Volunteers: We want to give a BIG thank you to each volunteer who gives their time and energy to FIRST^® students.

Your dedication is the driving force behind our students’ success and the impact of our programs. In honor of Global Volunteer Month, we want to express our deepest gratitude to every volunteer around the world!

🤖 Enter our Volunteer Month Raffle: Enter the 2026 FIRST Volunteer Month raffle for a chance to win FIRST swag. One entry per person, the raffle is open now until April 30, 2026. Submit for your chance to win!

🤖 Honor your time with FIRST: Get your Volunteer Year of Service Pin in the FIRST Store. Available in years 1-9, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years, you can order your own or order for another volunteer on the FIRST Store.

🤖 Share why you volunteer: We’ll be sharing stories on our blog and social media about volunteers within the FIRST community.

Share with us on your social platforms why you volunteer with FIRST and the impact you’ve seen in your students with #FIRSTvolunteers. Your post might just get boosted by FIRST!

🤖 Volunteer at FIRST^® Championship: Are you traveling with a team to the FIRST Championship in Houston, Texas? Consider signing up to be a volunteer!

Help build a LEGO^® Mosaic in the Family Engagement Zone, assist with the Robot Game action at the practice tables, and more! Learn more and apply now.

REMINDERS

A new challenge is on the horizon: Get ready for the 2026-2027 FIRST season! Here’s your first look. Check out our social channels on Saturday, May 2 for a closer look at the upcoming season.

FIRST Certified Professional Development: Unlock your potential with our upcoming professional development sessions for FIRST^® LEGO^® League Challenge.

Register now for upcoming in-person & remote professional development. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

Break ground on your UNEARTHED™ Season Celebration: Dig into this blog post for tips on celebrating all your hard work and innovation this season.

CELEBRATION AND SHOUTOUTS

Is your team digging into an upcoming #UNEARTHED event?

Let us know on social media and be sure to tag us!