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The World's Leading Youth-Serving Nonprofit Advancing STEM Education

Founded in 1989 by inventor Dean Kamen, FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global nonprofit organization. It prepares young people for the future through a suite of life-changing youth robotics programs that build essential STEM skills, foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership, and promote principles like Gracious Professionalism® and Coopertition®.

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The FIRST Experience with Team 8041

FIRST is more than robots. It's a culture that shapes future leaders and innovators.

Gracious Professionalism®

A way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community.

Coopertition®

Displaying unqualified kindness and respect in the face of fierce competition. Teams help and cooperate with each other even as they compete.

Real-World Skills

Gain hands-on experience in engineering, programming, design, problem-solving, project management, and public speaking.

Innovation & Impact

Students are challenged to think creatively, solve complex problems, and understand the real-world impact of technology.

Ultrabots in FIRST: Our Journey

Celebrating our team's growth, achievements, and the students we empower through FIRST Robotics Competition.

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Rookie Year 2020

6 FRC seasons of inspiring students and building robots.

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Resilance against all odds

Our team rally's in the face of unseen challenges and expectations

All Star Award Team

2025 All-Star Awarded

Recognized for Passion, Enthusiasm, & Team-Spirit

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Community Focused

Engaging in outreach, mentoring, and local events.