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

WHAT'S NEW

Exclusive FIRST^® coach gift available for Role of a Lead Coach Training: Available now, any learners who complete the Role of a Lead Coach Training on FIRST Training will be able to opt-in to receive an exclusive FIRST coach gift. Learners must opt-in at the end of the training to receive their gift. Those who have already completed the training will receive an email to opt-in. This gift will be available for a limited time while supplies last. FIRST Training is accessible from your FIRST Dashboard.

Nominations for the 2027 Inspire the Future: FIRST^® Recognition Program are now open! Learn more about the program and how you can nominate an educator or school that has made a positive impact on your community. Learn more and submit a nomination.

Connect with local FIRST teams and mentors on the Team & Event search page: Did you know you can connect with local teams and mentors using features available on the Team & Event Search page? Here's how you can connect using your team profile:

✅ Share a contact email for your team so local mentors or other teams can reach out.
✅ Indicate if you are interested in mentoring another team.
✅ Share if you are interested in being mentored and in what areas.

Lead Coaches can log into the FIRST Dashboard to add this information to their team profile. Once added, the mentoring options will be displayed on the Team & Event Search page. Learn more about these features.

Welcome to the BIOGLOW™ Season: During the 2026-2027 biodiversity-inspired robotics season FIRST^® CANOPY™, students will use their STEM skills and collaboration to engineer a thriving planet together. The FIRST^® LEGO^® League BIOGLOW™ season will be an expedition of growth and innovation. Season materials are now available.

Season materials for BIOGLOW Future Edition (Grades K-2) will be released on October 1 – stay tuned!

REMINDERS

Review your Youth Protection Program Clearances: As previously announced, annual FIRST Youth Protection clearances now include:

✅Youth Protection Policy Acknowledgment
✅ Youth Protection Training
✅ Youth Protection Screening. (U.S./Canada)

FIRST Certified Professional Development: Kick off the school year by stepping into your students’ world and learning how to guide them through hands-on, discovery-driven activities. Join us for remote sessions designed to build confidence, spark engagement, and bring fresh energy to your program. Learn more. Contact the FIRST Professional Services team if you have questions about upcoming sessions or registration.

CELEBRATION AND SHOUTOUTS

What are you most excited about for the #BIOGLOW season?

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