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Number of STEM professionals needed beyond what the U.S. will produce at the current rate over the next decade.*

65

Percent of today’s school
children will be working in jobs that don’t yet exist.*

91

Percent of FIRST participants were more interested in a job or career in STEM. +

95

Percent of FIRST participants
saw increased leadership
skills.+

* Source: US Dept of Labor
+ Source: FIRST

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The positive impact on FIRST Robotics Competition participants is gratifying and well documented. Over 88% have more interest in doing well in school and 92% are more interested in attending college.

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Building a successful FIRST program can cost up to $50,000 annually. We are looking for organizations that can provide expertise, resources, and funding to give us the tools, skills, and support we need to build a world-class robotics program. Come join Team LongMetal!

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Average number of
LongMetal students
per year since inception.

100

Percent of
LongMetal students
who graduate and
go onto college

85

Percent of
LongMetal students
who go onto STEM
majors or careers.