UDRI

Home of FIRST Tech Challenge Team Ampere 230

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education paired with teamwork and community involvement

The Upper Dublin Robotics Initiative brings science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning to students while developing teamwork and a regular practice of community service. Through hands-on participation in designing, building, programming, and driving robots, middle school and high school students gain technical skills applicable to many careers and conquer the challenges of group work, problem solving, and leadership in a fun and exciting environment.

UDRI runs four robotics teams and an intramural program from the four elementary schools in Upper Dublin School District and Upper Dublin High School in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

We are in our 15th year of participation in the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) competitions. FIRST is an international organization founded to inspire students to pursue careers in science and technology through mentor based programs. These programs build science, engineering, math, and technology skills that inspire innovation, as well as building life skills such as self-confidence, communication skills, and leadership.

FIRST is a dynamic head-to-head robotics contest that joins over 248,000 students from around the world at local and international tournaments each year. The FIRST program fosters interest in engineering, student leadership, engagement in the community, and “gracious professionalism” – high-level competition with respect and cooperation.

A recent study from Brandeis University showed that students who have participated in FIRST competitions were more likely to have an apprenticeship, internship, or co-op job in college, plan on attaining a post-graduate degree, pursue a career in engineering, science, or technology, and participate in community service.

The Upper Dublin Robotics Initiative consists of one high school FIRST Tech Challenge team: UDRI Ampere (230) - and an intramural elementary Lego League, providing over 30 students each year with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.

UDRI places a strong emphasis on community outreach activities and charity, bringing communities together as students, educators, community members, and industrial mentors collaborate to spread science and technology awareness.

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