The “FIRST pipeline” is a structured pathway designed to engage students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) from a young age and guide them through progressively advanced levels of competition and learning.

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​FRC teams often support or mentor FTC teams as part of their outreach and community involvement. This involvement helps create a strong robotics community and serves as a way to nurture future FRC participants. By engaging in FTC, students develop foundational skills and an interest in robotics, which can lead them to progress through FRC. This pipeline not only fosters a continuous interest in STEM but also builds a robust skill set that benefits students academically and professionally.