We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The YAC involves a select group of high school students working directly with the FIRST Wisconsin Board of Directors and staff. These student leaders ensure that the student perspective is integrated into the long-term mission, objectives, and goals of FIRST Wisconsin programs. They collaborate on initiatives to enhance the overall FIRST  experience for all students in the state. Due to it

A few “end of the season” updates in the lead up to the 2026 FTC State Championship. Topics include: 2026 Compass Award, State Volunteer Needs, Field Risers, & VIP Event!

FIRST Wisconsin staff and our key volunteers have compiled a list of the questions from FTC Students, Mentors, and Teams regarding the raised fields at the upcoming State Championship event. FIRST Wisconsin, with full backing from FTC Program Staff, will be using FTC-official raisers for both competition fields at our upcoming State Championship event.

Information on FTC Event.

The clock is ticking! The FIRST Tech Challenge Dean’s List Award submission deadline is Monday, December 15, 2025!

Information on FTC Event.

Information on FTC Event.

Information on FTC Event.

FIRST Wisconsin is excited to announce that the 2026 FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship —celebrating the 2025–2026 DECODE™  season—will be held at Beloit College  on Friday and Saturday, March 13–14, 2026 . This marks a major milestone for our FTC community: 📍 The first official FTC tournament ever hosted in the Beloit area 🎓 The first time Beloit College has served as a championship venue Although the region has welcomed off-season FTC events in past years, thanks t

Information on FTC Event.

Information on FTC Event.

Information on FTC Event.

Prepare for FTC Event Preferencing, make sure Lead Coach 1 & 2 contact information is up-to-date, review team estimates and event sizes, introducing pilot program,