Error 101

 Our team dedicates 10+ hours each week to mentoring local FLL competition teams that went to FIRST Houston Championship Worlds. FIRST LEGO League (FLL) familiarizes middle school students with robotics and STEM through the robot game and innovation projects. During these meetings, we mentor four local FLL competition teams, and offer guidance in innovation, programming and robot design. With our experiences, we aim to inspire younger students to explore STEM, build confidence, and prepare for future participation in FTC and other advanced robotics programs. 

 On January 31, 2026, our team supported the Shenendehowa FLL Qualifier, managing all logistics and technical operations for 24 regional teams. Our team took a role in providing a platform for over 200 middle school students to compete.We reduced logistical complexity for the younger competitors, allowing them to focus entirely on their Innovation Projects and robot game. This event also served as a vital recruitment platform where we demonstrated our FTC robot at a booth to bridge the gap between the FIRST programs and inspire the next generation of Error 101. 

 FLL Rumbles are designed to bring together robotics teams to share knowledge, test skills in a mimic competition, and collaborate with others. These events provide valuable opportunities for competition FLL teams to learn from one another and showcase their creativity. For Error 101, participating in FLL Rumbles is more than just an outreach activity; it’s a chance to build long lasting connections with the middle school students and the future of FTC. Through supporting these events, we helped strengthen the spirit of innovation, passion, and discovery that defines the FIRST robotics program.