SD308 FLL Robotics Program

The mission of the SD308 FLL Robotics Program is to inspire students in grades 6 - 8 to gear up for future success in STEM. We provide a fun, inclusive, and challenging environment where students develop problem-solving, engineering, programming, and leadership skills.

Our program provides students an opportunity to learn new skills and to help them see themselves as future scientists, engineers, and innovators. Ultimately, we try to exemplify the FIRST Core Value of Coopertition. Our teams share resources, knowledge, and support, working together to ensure the success of all participants.

The BIOGLOW™ Season Video

2026-27 Theme: BIOGLOW™

Nothing on Earth thrives alone. Every gene, species, and ecosystem is part of a rich web of biological diversity that powers clean air, fresh water, and food. With STEM as their tool and nature as inspiration, today’s boldest innovators are finding new ways to strengthen the connections that protect our shared home. Building. Problem solving. Growing stronger through teamwork.,

FLL Robotics Season Timeline

Qualifying Tournament in December.

Sectional Tournament in January

Illinois State Tournament in February

2026-27 Season Parent Information and Application

Team Application Process.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Click on the button above to complete the parent interest and information form.

August 23: Parent Interest Form due

August 24: Students sent Google Form application through school email

August 31: Student applications due APPLICATION PROCESS CLOSES

September 2: Coaches meeting 6-7 pm

September 6: Parent notification about placement

September 9: Team orientation & parent meeting for Plank, Murphy and Bednarcik teams 6-8 pm

September 14: Team orientation & parent meeting for Traughber and Thompson teams 6-8 pm:

Team practices are Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8 pm starting Sept. 14 and Saturday mornings starting October 18.

What Can I Find on This Website?

Team Information for Parents

Selection process

Fees: District Club Fee $35, National Registration Fee $75

Parent Volunteer Coaches Needed for each team

Team Schedules:

Bednarcik, Murphy and Plank Team Schedule -

Teams meet Monday nights from 6-8 pm at Bednarcik and Wednesday nights from 6-8 at The Gearbox

Thompson & Traughber Schedule -

Teams meet Monday nights from 6-8 pm at The Gearbox and Wednesday nights from 6-8 pm at Oswego High School

Coding Videos

Robot Building Videos

SD308 FLL Robotics UNEARTHED™ Season Accomplishments

Illinois State Tournament Results:

Team #46411 Octobots from Plank Jr. High 6th place Robot Table Run

Batavia Sectional Tournament Results:

Team #44445, Tech Preservers, from Traughber Junior High School, were the finalists for the innovation project award. They designed a sifter that is portable, easy to use, and strong. It was designed and built to reduce awkward body positioning, repetitive motions, lifting, and pinch points making it safer for archaeologists.

Team #46411, Octobots, from Plank Junior High School, earned an impressive 2nd place finish on the robot game table and won the Engineering Excellence Award. This award is presented to the team that effectively uses engineering principles to design solutions to real-world problems. The Octobots researched bronze disease in artifacts and designed a method to help archaeologists reduce its impact, highlighting both technical understanding and a commitment to sharing their findings with others.

Oswego Qualifier Tournament Results:

Team #5356, Domo Arigato, from Bednarcik Junior High School, placed 10th on the robot game table and received the Motivate Award. This award recognizes a team that performs well across all aspects of competition while fully embracing the culture of FIRST LEGO League through strong team building, spirit, and enthusiasm.

Team #46411, Octobots, from Plank Junior High School, earned an impressive 3rd place finish on the robot game table and won the Innovation Project Award. This award is presented to the team whose research presentation demonstrates in-depth knowledge, creativity, and an innovative solution to a real-world problem. The Octobots researched bronze disease in artifacts and designed a method to help archaeologists reduce its impact, highlighting both technical understanding and a commitment to sharing their findings with others.

Team #44445, Tech Preservers, from Traughber Junior High School, received the Core Values Award, which honors teams that best demonstrate FIRST LEGO League’s core values of discovery, inclusion, teamwork, innovation, impact, and gracious professionalism.

Additional SD308 teams competing at the qualifier included Team #46410, Geobotic Rock Monsters from Bednarcik Junior ; Team #45441, Ancient Algorithms, from Murphy Junior High School; and Team #48400, Electronic Axolotls, from Thompson Junior High School. Each team demonstrated perseverance, creativity, and strong collaboration throughout the competition.