The FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) international robotics competition Regional Qualifiers are being hosted for the first time in Olympia on Dec. 3 and 4.

For middle schools, the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is being held at Jefferson Middle School on Saturday, Dec. 3.  The schedule of events can be found here.

For high schools, the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is being held at Olympia High School on Sunday Dec. 4.  The schedule of events can be found here.

Both events are open to the public. The mornings will include judging, inspections and team practice and the official robot competitions will begin in the afternoons.

We would like to thank the many members of our Olympia community who have become STEM Pals by signing up to volunteer at one of these events.  We are looking forward to an exciting and successful inaugural year for both these competitions.