Tomorrow’s innovators practice imaginative thinking and teamwork. Guided by two or more adult Coaches, FIRST LEGO League* teams (up to 10 members, grades 4-8**) research a real-world problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc., and are challenged to develop a solution. They also must design, build, program a robot using LEGO MINDSTORMS®, then compete on a table-top playing field. NSBE's FIRST LEGO League Championship takes place at the Annual Convention. Students must be a participant of an active NSBE Jr. chapter.
Participants get to:
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Research challenges facing today’s scientists
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Design, build, test and program robots using LEGO® MINDSTORMS® technology
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Apply real-world math and science concepts
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Learn critical thinking, team-building, and presentation skills
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Participate in tournaments and celebrations
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Understand and practice Gracious Professionalism®
Eligibility and Requirements:
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All participants must be active NSBE Jr. members affliliated with an officially recognized NSBE Jr. chapter.
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All Students must be in grades 4-8.
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Attending the 45th Annual Convention in Detroit, MI.
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Teams: Minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 10 students.
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Chapter advisor and team coach must participate in the "FIRST Youth Protection Program". This designation is valid for three years from the time you are cleared through FIRST.
NSBE FLL® Rulebook and Registration: