Media Notes:
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High resolution photos of previous FIRST competitions are
available in the Photo Gallery:
http://www.firstinspires.org/node/1961.
- Photos available day of event after 2 p.m. Eastern Time by contacting hdunn@firstinspires.org or bblew@firstinspires.org.
- Interviews with speakers at the Kickoff event in Manchester, N.H. available by contacting: Haley Dunn at 603-494-5688 or Brooke Blew at 585-315-9045 on the day of the event.
About FIRST®
Accomplished
inventor
Dean
Kamen founded
FIRST®
(For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) in 1989 to
inspire an appreciation of science and technology in young people. Based
in Manchester, N.H., FIRST designs accessible, innovative
programs to build self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills while
motivating young people to pursue opportunities in science, technology,
and engineering. With support from over 200 of the Fortune 500 companies
and more than $30 million in college scholarships, the not-for-profit
organization hosts the
FIRST®
Robotics Competition for students in Grades 9-12;
FIRST®
Tech Challenge for Grades 7-12;
FIRST®
LEGO® League for Grades 4-8; and
FIRST®
LEGO® League Jr. for Grades K-4.
Gracious
Professionalism® is a way of doing things that
encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and
respects individuals and the community. To learn more about FIRST,
go to
www.firstinspires.org
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Contact:
FIRST ®
Brooke Blew, 603-206-2048
Email Contact
or
Haley
Dunn, 603-206-2494
Email Contact
