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The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation sparks interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by engaging students in hands-on, sustainable, and affordable curriculum-based robotics programs.
The Robotics Education and Competition Foundation has partnered with Google.org and native tribes across the U.S. to bridge a technological and educational divide that exists in many indigenous communities.
This set of resources and articles will help you encourage and support your student’s STEM journey.
Coaching a robotics team can be an intimidating concept for some new coaches, but we are here to support and encourage you on this journey!
When Ifeoluwa Ogunfolu’s guidance counselor suggested she try joining a drone team, she never imagined drones would play such a defining role in her education and career path. Now a junior at Texas A&M University studying Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technologies, she was recently hired as a Regional Support Specialist for the Robotics Education & […]
For Nathan Matlack, robotics has always been more than just a hobby; it’s been a family affair and the foundation of his career. His journey began early, inspired by his mom, Kristi Matlack, who started the robotics program at their local school district and remains a coach today. Additionally, Kristi is part of the RECF’s esteemed […]
For McKenzie Koch, robotics has never just been about the competitions. It’s about growth, both on and off the competition field, by building skills, communities, and confidence. Now, as a soon-to-be college graduate and dedicated volunteer, she’s using her experience to inspire the next wave of young innovators in Kentucky and beyond. In high school, […]
When Jason Eng first introduced robotics at Mount Stuart Elementary in Ellensburg, Washington, he wanted to give his students a unique learning experience. Looking back, Eng had no idea that nearly a decade later, he’d lead one of the most accomplished elementary robotics programs in Central Washington. Now in his 22nd year of teaching and […]
During high school, I competed on a VEX Robotics team. During this time, I had many opportunities because I was part of this community. For example, my high school robotics coach also worked for NASA, which led to two field trips to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston and an opportunity to talk with an […]
The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF) partners with Eaton, a power management company, to bring access to student-centered robotics programs that embrace inclusivity and innovation. With their support, the RECF is breaking down barriers so that students of all backgrounds and abilities, including beginners, can explore STEM and discover pathways to future careers. Expanding […]
As the Director of Corporate Citizenship at Northrop Grumman, Carleen Beste leads the development and execution of the company’s Corporate Citizenship strategic plan and programs. Her responsibilities encompass K-12 education, support for military personnel and veterans, environmental stewardship, employee volunteer initiatives, community engagement, and corporate philanthropy. In her role as manager of the Northrop Grumman […]
In this edition: The Space Cookies Soar High and Shatter Stereotypes as the Next Generation in STEM Located in Mountain View, CA, this team is building much more than robots; they’re building a future where women are at the forefront of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Meet Space Cookies VEX, team 1868A, an all-girls […]
Share Your Story We Want to Hear From You! We’d love to share your journey with the robotics community! Your story can inspire the next generation of innovators. Alumni Home Name* Email* VEX Robotics Team Name & Number School or Employer Name Story Submission Photo Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. jpg, jpeg, […]
Houston, TX – January 10, 2013 – Robot-bearing students from VEX Robotics Competition (V5RC) team DiscoBots, secured top honors with the overall Excellence Award and Tournament Champions at the Army All-American Bowl VEX Robotics Competition in San Antonio this past weekend. The students competed with and against 44 teams from Texas and Oklahoma. The action-packed […]
Our REC Foundation colleague Roger P. Proulx passed away at home in Bradenton, FL on February 18, 2013 at the age of 67. He is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, Martha Jane Proulx. The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation and all of us in the youth STEM community lost a respected coworker, […]
We are very excited to kick off a new blog series that will feature a Q&A with the strong women mentors, coaches, teachers, and more within VEX Robotics and CS-STEM that inspire our young girls to aim high when it comes to their goals. The first woman we are featuring is Mrs. Belt-Robinson. She teaches […]
Kodiak was founded in April 2018 to develop autonomous technology that carries freight forward—so people, partners, and the planet thrive. Navigating highway environments present vastly different challenges than urban streets…
Janeen Uzzell is the Chief Executive Officer at the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), the largest Black STEM community impacting society and industry. In her former role as the Chief Operating Officer for the Wikimedia Foundation, which operates Wikipedia, Janeen drove process improvement and helped launch the Wikimedia Knowledge Equity Fund to address racial […]
Thank you to the students from all over the globe who participated in this season’s Online Challenges! We are so impressed by all of the entries we received, and we are thrilled to share the 2025 challenge winners. Congratulations to all of these teams! Click the links below to view the winning entries. Build Instruction […]
Located in Mountain View, CA, this team is building much more than robots; they’re building a future where women are at the forefront of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Meet Space Cookies VEX, team 1868A, an all-girls robotics team whose recent competitive season has been nothing short of extraordinary, culminating at the 2025 VEX […]
In this edition: From Family Roots to Career Success: Nathan Matlack’s VEX Robotics Journey For Nathan Matlack, robotics has always been more than just a hobby; it’s been a family affair and the foundation of his career. His journey began early, inspired by his mom, Kristi Matlack, who started the VEX Robotics program at their […]
From Worcester to Worcester: A 7,781 Mile Robotics Journey Imagine building a competition-ready robot in just 24 hours with minimal knowledge of the game and limited experience with a robotics kit. That was the reality for VEX V5 Robotics Competition team 22935A, Galactic Einsteins, who traveled from Worcester, South Africa, to Worcester, Massachusetts, coincidently to […]
John V’Soske, a dedicated educator and VEX Robotics coach at Black Rock Middle School in Villanova, PA, is watching robotics reshape the trajectory of his students’ lives, one challenge and competition at a time. In only its third year, the school’s VEX robotics team, team 19085C, made its debut on the global stage at the […]
