Robotics Education & Competition Foundation

REC Foundation recently earned a Guide Star Gold Seal of Transparency! Get updates on our impact through our #NonprofitProfile https://lnkd.in/gEWa9BhD!

Meet Margie Eastman, one of our REC Foundation Inspiration All-Stars! Since 2018, Margie has served as an active coach, judge, event partner, and inspirational mentor to countless teams and coaches, Margie’s dedication to empowering students through STEM is unmatched. Semi-annually she holds an “Introduction to VEX IQ” for elementary and middle school students and parents to encourage participation. She originally held the information sessions in her basement, but interest has grown extensively so she now holds them at her local library to accommodate groups up to 40 students and adults. Learn more about her incredible impact here: https://lnkd.in/gHKEqSNi. #RECF #InspirationAllStar #STEM #Robotics

Educator, robotics coach, and author of Meshed Gears, Omar Cortez! As a passionate advocate for STEM education, Omar coaches the Owlbots at the School for the Talented and Gifted in Pleasant Grove, Dallas ISD. His belief in exposing students to robotics early is truly transformative! In a recent interview, Omar shared his thoughts on the intersection of Hispanic culture and robotics, his coaching journey, and his inspiring new book. Check out his story here: https://lnkd.in/grf9i2wr

We’re excited to announce Indigenous Robotics, a groundbreaking initiative by the REC Foundation! Through partnerships with native tribes across the U.S., we aim to bridge the technological and educational divide in many Indigenous communities. By bringing robotics programming to students, we’re empowering them to envision themselves as the next generation of STEM leaders, both on and off tribal lands. Together, we’re creating a future where everyone has access to the opportunities that STEM provides. Learn more about the partnership at IndigenousRobotics.com! #IndigenousRobots #RECF #STEMEducation #EmpowerThroughRobotics

Our first-ever Giving Day will take place on December 14, 2024! As the new school year begins and the robotics season kicks off, the REC Foundation community is working together to make this year the best yet for VEX Robotics Competition and Aerial Drone Competition participants. You play a crucial role in providing STEM education to students, whether you're a parent, coach, or volunteer. Your support helps us bring cutting-edge STEM programs to underserved areas across the nation. Let’s continue to empower students together! giving-day.recf.org #RECFGivingDay #RECF #GiveSparkEmpower

International Day of the Girl is finally here! ⚡️💙💗 We’re excited to celebrate all the incredible #GirlPoweredWorkshop events happening around the world! These Girl Powered workshops play a vital role in empowering girls to explore STEM, sparking their curiosity, and giving them the tools they need to succeed. By investing in their potential today, we’re shaping a more equitable and innovative future for tomorrow. Want to learn more about Girl Powered? Check out https://lnkd.in/gDf27r4r #GirlPowered #STEM #InternationalDayoftheGirl

We're excited to highlight how our Aerial Drone Competition introduces students to the world of drones, helping them develop the critical skills they need to launch their future careers in space! 🚀🌠 #WorldSpaceWeek #AerialDroneCompetition #RECF #Drones #Dragonfly #NASA

The Aerial Drone Competition registration deadline is just around the corner! Experience the excitement by being a part of a competition where you can develop life skills like teamwork, communication, & project-based organization. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gkCK54UN! #AerialDroneCompetition #Drones #MissionGravity #CompetitionSeason

“They can dream, they can do big things in life, and these are things they can do right here in the state.” -Monique Walker. During its third annual Innovation Week, the Oklahoma City Innovation District provided hands-on STEM activities for kids. This event brought over 1000 seventh-grade students to bridge the gap between young students and the world of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). They tried activities like a flight simulator, an Aerial Drone Competition, and operated robots. For more information about the event, click here https://lnkd.in/gQ_bnD62! #RECF #STEM #Innovation #AerialDroneCompetition #drones

The Highlander Summit VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Event was spectacular! It was an amazing robotics competition with 79 teams participating! Huge congratulations to Team 16099A Overclock for winning the prestigious Excellence Award! And a big shoutout to the tournament champions, Team 4610C Bent C-channel || Robot Rev & Team 2509A Blue Wave Elite, for their incredible performance! Learn more about events near you at robotevents.com #VEXRobotics #SignatureEvent #HighlanderSummit #RECF #VEXV5 #Robotics #RoboticsCompetition #STEM #HighStakes