2022 Winner – EWCP Scholarship for Social Change
Kavish Saini, is a high school senior from FTC 7244 “Out of the Box Robotics” in Thorndale, PA. Kavish is planning to study Biomedical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. EWCP believes that the competitive STEM experiences acquired in FIRST can equip students to address social inequities throughout their personal, academic, and professional journeys. We […]
2491 Kelli Aellen, WFA 2020
There are many parts in the process of engineering, from raw ideas to collecting resources to quality assurance, but none are as important as the people – in particular, the people who are the catalysts of the development. They are the ones that weave the parts of the process into an integrated whole, lead the […]
2491 Kelli Aellen
There are many parts in the process of engineering, from raw ideas to collecting resources to quality assurance, but none are as important as the people – in particular, the people who are the catalysts of the development. They are the ones that weave the parts of the process into an integrated whole, lead the […]
2491 Michael Johnson
I am proud to nominate Mike Johnson for the Woodie Flowers Finalist Award. Mike Johnson is one of the most influential people I have ever met. Since my first year on NoMythic, Mike has been there without reserve, supporting everyone he can. Starting on the team, I was unsure of what to work on or […]
971 Wyn Shuh
Wyn Schuh’s smile is the best introduction to Spartan Robotics. With one glance, our lead mentor conveys the atmosphere of friendliness and camaraderie that FIRST Robotics represents. She embodies what all members on 971 strive to be: a strong, inclusive leader and a perfect representative of FIRST values. Wyn unites everyone she meets to give […]
1710 Shelton Heilman
As founder of FIRST Team 1710 fourteen years ago, Matt Breitkreitz inspires every student to believe in themselves, reach beyond their comfort zone and realize their dreams. Known to team members as Mr B., his motivation is responsible for the legacy of leadership and opportunity we know today. He encourages students to participate in team […]
1710 Corey Brown
Every team requires a leader with the ability to contribute to any situation with a positive attitude. Corey Brown is one of the most influential mentors for Team 1710. He helps guide team members to take initiative and encourages critical thinking. With his attitude and immense knowledge in engineering and strategy, Corey has propelled Team […]
1710 Darren Worcester
When thinking of the pillars that uphold FRC® Team 1710, Darren Worcester immediately comes to mind. Acting as a support and inspiration, Mr. Worcester is more than the average coach; he is essential not only to our team, but FIRST® as well. He’s involved at every level of FIRST in the Kansas City region, and […]
1710 Brandon Hernandez
Teachers, to most students, are just that: teachers. Our relationship with Coach Brandon Hernandez is much more – as a fellow teacher put it, “he is everything you want in a friend.” He is always willing to listen to students and give advice, whether about schoolwork or personal matters. One student even said, “You leave […]
3928 Corey Brown
Corey Brown is a really down-to-earth mentor that makes learning fun, enjoyable, and very understandable. He really encourages us to use our minds to problem solve by asking questions instead of giving us the direct answer. His passions are FRC and getting youth involved in engineering. To motivate us to work better as a team, […]