Hi , 

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

Catch up on previous emails here.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Exploration is curiosity put into action.”

SUBMERGED^SM Season Launch

Get ready ocean explorers, the SUBMERGED^SM season is here! Part of the 2024-2025 ocean-inspired robotics season, FIRST^® DIVE^SM presented by Qualcomm, the FIRST LEGO League SUBMERGED season will challenge teams to explore the layers of the ocean and “sea” into the future.

All the season materials are available on the Game & Season page.

Check out the SUBMERGED Welcome Video for details about what to expect this season.

Join us as we explore the future together! Season registration is now open in the FIRST^® Dashboard.

Challenge Updates and Clarifications

Challenge updates were posted on August 6 – review them here and be sure to check the Challenge Updates and Clarifications document throughout the season.

Score Calculator

The Official Score Calculator for the SUBMERGED season can be found on our season resources page. When using the calculator, make sure there are no missing inputs for any of the missions or selections, otherwise a score will not be calculated.

Discover the Depths with Kahoot!

The ocean is more than what you can see on the horizon. Beneath the surface lies our planet’s most complex ecosystems, full of life and potential for exploration and learning, where each inhabitant has a role to play in building a thriving environment. Check out our new Kahoot course on all things oceans and learn about the life we have already discovered and the various careers of those still searching to uncover the unknown.

Qualcomm is Diving Deep into Innovation  

This season, FIRST DIVE^SM presenting sponsor Qualcomm is diving deep into new technologies being used around the world. Learn more about Qualcomm’s innovations working towards more sustainable fishing, effective shipping, and smarter user experiences.  

Encore Alert!

Check out our latest blog post to see all the highlights from FIRST LEGO League Open events that took place around the world during the MASTERPIECE^SM season.

ICYMI: LEGO^® MINDSTORMS^® Education EV3 App Availability

The LEGO^® MINDSTORMS^® Education EV3 App is available for download until July 31st, 2026. See the full update on the LEGO^® Education Community page for more information.

Reminder: FIRST Certified Professional Development

Sign up for one of our upcoming professional development sessions and grow your knowledge and skills by practicing student elements of the FIRST LEGO League program. Sessions are available for FIRST^® LEGO^® League Discover, Explore, and Challenge. Register for a session or view the full schedule for upcoming dates listed through October 2024. If you have questions, email firsteducation@firstinspires.org

Upcoming Professional Development Sessions:

🤖August 17 & 24 | Online

🤖August 26, 27 | NASA Stennis Space Center | Stennis, Mississippi

🤖September 16, 17 | FIRST Headquarters | Manchester, New Hampshire

More dates can be found on our FIRST Professional Development page.

YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST

Discover how scientist are equipping sea lions with cameras to map uncharted sea floor habitats.

CELEBRATION AND SHOUTOUTS

What’s your team most excited about for the SUBMERGED season?
Let us know with a tweet @firstlegoleague or a Facebook post, and make sure to use #SUBMERGED!