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FIRST Chesapeake

FIRST Chesapeake

非盈利组织

Charlottesville，Virginia 351 位关注者

Student-Centered | Mentor-Driven | Volunteer-Powered | Team Robotics Using robots to develop our future leaders.

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FIRST Chesapeake Mission: The mission of FIRST Chesapeake (dba VirginiaFIRST) is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. It is our vision to make FIRST STEM-based leadership programs a reality for every young person in the DC/ MD/ VA area. FIRST Chesapeake administers FIRST (For Inspiration of Science and Technology) programs to middle and high school students in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. There are over 6,700 students on over 300 FIRST Chesapeake teams. These teams work together to build robots and compete in local arenas each year, with the involvement of over 650 mentors and coaches. Visit www.firstchesapeake.org for information on competitions throughout the DC/ MD/ VA area. FIRST Chesapeake works closely with it's elementary school partner, VA/DC FIRST LEGO League (https://va-dcfll.org/) to ensure a continuum of quality STEM-based leadership programs from kindergarten through 12th grade.

网站
https://www.firstchesapeake.org/
所属行业
非盈利组织
规模
2-10 人
总部
Charlottesville，Virginia
类型
非营利机构
创立
2007
领域
STEM、Science、Technology、Engineering、Math、Mentoring、Youth、Education、Leadership、Robotics、Coding、youth development、teamwork、out of school time、workforce development和career and technical experience

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    240 West Main Street

    Suite 100 - V42

    US，Virginia，Charlottesville，22902

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  • 查看FIRST Chesapeake的组织主页
    FIRST Chesapeake

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    ?? Katelyn Kopp is the GOAT ?? See you at #ChesapeakeChampionship2025 April 4-6!

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    Katelyn Kopp

    Environmental Analyst

    I've finally recovered enough from the FIRST Chesapeake Pasadena Event to post photos and recap the experience. Thanks to all my wonderful volunteers (100+ people over three days!!) for all their help! My first time as a volunteer coordinator has taken away any email anxiety I ever had and has improved my people management skills. I'm always happy to develop new skills in unexpected places! Small shoutout to the FRC Glen Allen event for giving me a taste of what Pasadena would be like and teaching the importance of including the right people on emails. Here's to the rest of the season!

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    Thanks to countless volunteer judges like Koustubh . our students are able to practice essential #communication skills that are often overlooked in other #STEM programs. We cannot thank our judges enough for their contributions to our students! If you want to provide life changing service to our future leaders and innovators, sign up to judge a tournament near you!

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    Koustubh .

    Grad Student in Robotics @ University of Maryland, College Park | Ex-ASE @ Tata Consultancy Services Limited | Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence

    This past weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to serve as a judge at the FIRST Robotics Competition at Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda, and I can confidently say—it was an experience I won’t forget! Seeing high school students showcase their engineering creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork was truly inspiring. These young innovators demonstrated not only technical excellence but also the kind of collaboration and perseverance that drive real-world impact. From intricate robot designs to strategic game play, every conversation I had with the teams left me in awe. As someone passionate about robotics, technology, and mentorship, it was rewarding to contribute to an event that nurtures the next generation of engineers and problem-solvers. It reminded me of why I love being part of the tech and robotics community—innovation thrives where curiosity and collaboration meet! A huge shoutout to FIRST Chesapeake for organizing such an incredible competition, and to all the students, mentors, and volunteers who made this event possible. I would also like to thank Maryland Robotics Center for sharing this opportunity with me. If you ever get the chance to volunteer at a FIRST event, I highly recommend it! ???? Suhas Nagaraj Keyur Borad Ishan Tamrakar Anirudh Swarankar Swaraj Mundruppady Rao #FIRSTRobotics #STEM #Volunteering #Robotics #Innovation #Mentorship #Maryland

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  • 查看FIRST Chesapeake的组织主页
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    Our Alumni like Hazel Belmont are what FIRST is all about! Returning the gift of #mentorship for the next generation ensures we will have new #leaders and #innovators ready to take on the biggest problems of tomorrow!

    Bumped into former Matrix Group International intern Hazel Belmont today at a FIRST Chesapeake FRC competition. Hazel is on break from VCU and serving as a mentor to Alexandria City High School's Titan Robotics team 5587. This is my son's first year as part of FIRST, thanks to community-based team RTR 2421, and it is amazing how much the students learn in such a short amount of time! Graduates like Hazel, who volunteer their time, make this program a success!

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    Be like Suhas Nagaraj and volunteer at an upcoming event. We promise you a weekend you'll remember! #volunteerpower

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    Suhas Nagaraj

    Graduate Teaching Assistant @ UMD | Research Intern @ IISc | Robotics Grad Student | Phi Kappa Phi

    Robots, teamwork, and a whole lot of energy—what a weekend ?? I had the chance to volunteer as an Official Scorer at the FIRST Robotics Competition at Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda, MD. And let me tell you, the level of creativity, strategy, and sheer hustle these high school teams brought to the field blew me away. It wasn’t just about the robots competing—it was about how the students responded when things didn’t go as planned. Watching them troubleshoot mechanical hiccups, fine-tune their code between matches, and cheer each other on was a reminder that engineering is as much about mindset and teamwork as it is about tech. Let’s just say, the robots were moving faster than my hands at times. ?? What stood out most wasn’t the competition itself, but how naturally these students took ownership—working together, staying calm when things went sideways, and lifting each other up. You could see real leadership and resilience happening in real-time, without anyone forcing it. That’s the kind of thing you can’t teach in a classroom. Big thanks to FIRST Chesapeake and everyone who made the event possible—it was a blast to be part of. I’m already looking forward to volunteering at more events and continuing to support the next generation of engineers and problem-solvers. #FIRSTRobotics #STEM #Volunteering #FutureEngineers #RoboticsCommunity #Innovation #Teamwork #GivingBack

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    Calling all #educators ! Reach out if you need help with these resources - we've even got Summer Camp guides ready to use!

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    Searching for a free curriculum that will provide students with the opportunity to practice 21st century skills like technical writing, presentation skills, communication, project management, collaboration, and teamwork? Look no further than our Robotics Engineering Explorations curriculum! Created by the FIRST Education Team and designed for grades 7-12, this curriculum allows students to skill-build while diving into the world of robotics and FIRST. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q036rTK50

  • FIRST Chesapeake转发了

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    Scott Legasse

    Senior Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations at FIRST

    Many of you know that I work for a youth-serving nonprofit organization called FIRST. But did you know that we are celebrating #36yearsofFIRST? I’m proud to be part of the mission that has inspired millions of youth to build confidence and learn new skills to change the world. To celebrate, I invite you to join me and meet the students personally by attending an upcoming event. https://lnkd.in/exqvm6u9 #FIRSTinspires

  • FIRST Chesapeake转发了

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    Jeramy Moore

    Living for Eternity, Media Maker, Veteran, Leading With Compassion

    If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back and show up for the next generation of problem-solvers FIRST Chesapeake and FIRST? Team 1086 Blue Cheese Robotics has you covered! Sign up to volunteer for the next competition at Deep Run High School and witness firsthand the excitement and creativity of these students as they push the boundaries of?what robots can do. ?? Event Info & Sign-Up → https://lnkd.in/eJeYK--c #superbowlofrobotics

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  • FIRST Chesapeake转发了

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    Kathleen Henry, PMP

    Project Management Analyst @ Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII ? Community Volunteer

    What an exciting weekend at CHS District Portsmouth VA Event presented by Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII. It was a pleasure to volunteer as a judge for this FIRST Chesapeake event. It is so awesome to see all of these amazing students come together and compete. The dedication and commitment exhibited by these remarkable students in this competition are a testament to their passion for STEM. Their ability to maintain gracious professionalism throughout the event is equally impressive. It is a privilege to observe the development of these future innovators and contributors to the STEM community. #REEFSCAPE

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