What is FLL?

Founded in 1989 by inventor Dean Kamen, FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global nonprofit (501(c)(3)) organization that prepares young people for the future through a suite of inclusive, team-based robotics programs for ages 4-18 (PreK-12). FIRST LEGO League is an international competition that challenges students to think like scientists and engineers. Teams design, build, and program autonomous LEGO robots to solve real-world problems. 

• Builds confidence: FLL helps students build confidence and develop habits of learning.

• Encourages critical thinking.

• Teaches teamwork: FLL helps students develop teamwork skills.

• Explores real-world challenges: FLL helps students explore real-world scientific challenges.

• Uses LEGO educational materials: FLL uses LEGO educational materials to teach coding and robot building principles.