Welcome to FIRST Chesapeake
FIRST Chesapeake uses robots as the vehicle to bring Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)-based leadership enrichment programs and competitions to youth in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.
Our mission is to:
- Inspire youth to become science & technology leaders by engaging them in robotics programs that build STEM skills
- Promote the spirit of creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship
- Foster valuable life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and creative thinking
- Help young people acquire the knowledge and skills needed to compete in our technology-driven global economy
- Encourage students to pursue STEM-based academics and future careers.
FIRST Chesapeake operates under the umbrella of VirginiaFIRST, a registered 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1999. Our programs directly impact over 7,000+ middle and high school students. Each year, 60,000+ individuals attend 20+ robotics competitions in the FIRST Chesapeake District. FIRST Chesapeake also works closely with our local FIRST partners to bring a seamless progression of Pre-K-12 STEM-based programs to youth in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.W
Ages 6-10
Ages 9-14
Ages 12-18
Ages 14-18
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Want to see what a FIRST Chesapeake competition is like and hear from our teams and volunteers? Check out our View From All Sides video
Applications are now being accepted for the annual Women in STEM Scholarships Sponsored by Dominion Energy. Scholarships will be awarded to three outstanding high school juniors and seniors who identify as women and who are currently registered with a FIRST team in the FIRST Chesapeake District (FTC or FRC in DC, Maryland, and Virginia). Applications are due no later than 5:00PM on Friday, December 9, 2022. Click here for more information.
In case of Inclement Weather the day of a FIRST Chesapeake Event,Please call (804) 404-3134
after 5am for updates
