Robotics: FTC Team #12589
Robotics is an extra-curricular activity which supports mathematics and science education through the hands-on solving of complex problems. Skills learned in math, physics, and computer science are applied to physical and strategic problems. It is both collaborative and competitive in nature, and represents one of the most well-thought-out experiences of analytical, synthetic, and evaluative thought possible at any level of education.
The primary goal of Team 12589 is to provide members with the opportunity to learn many aspects of robot design, construction, programming, and competition experience from mentors and experienced FTC members. We seek to instill FIRST’s ideal of Gracious Professionalism, which encourages best engineering practices through collaborative competition and serving the community through outreach activities. In addition, FIRST’s ideals strongly complement Saint John’s High School’s mission.