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FIRST Washington @first_wa

A non-profit organization that implements FIRST Robotics programs in WA State, inspiring young people to become science and technology leaders #FIRSTisSTEM

Joined November 2012
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FIRST Washington retweeted
AJAC Apprenticeships@AJACtraining
9 Nov 2021
AJAC will invest the $1.3 million into new equipment and training facilities, support bridge programs for English as a Second Language (ESL) workers, and create a Veterans Liaison position to connect military members to AJAC's registered apprenticeship programs.

AJAC Awarded $1.3 Million in Aerospace Apprenticeship Expansion Grant

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FIRST Washington retweeted
FIRST@FIRSTweets
9 Nov 2021
We are so thankful for every individual, organization, and company that help us inspire kids around the world through #STEM and robotics!
NAF@NAFCareerAcads
4 Nov 2021
Replying to @NAFCareerAcads
"All I ever wanted to do from that point on was to build robots and you guys are giving us the opportunity." - Vynicio R., @NAFMiami Thank you @RaytheonTech for helping our students showcase their skills, knowledge, and ingenuity through @FIRSTweets robotics competitions!
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FIRST Washington retweeted
FIRST@FIRSTweets
8 Nov 2021
For over 30 years, FIRST has been on a mission to inspire talent, interest & excitement in STEM, while creating a pipeline of innovators & problem solvers for the future workforce. In a world facing a multitude of pressing challenges, that mission feels more relevant than ever.
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Check out this piece on FIRST programs and our future workforce! You can find the link in our bio!
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FIRSTWa is dedicated to ensuring a welcoming and equitable environment for all of our participants! All of you are critical in making that happen! Find out how you can be involved in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion of our community by clicking the link in our bio!
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Join FIRST Washington for our Virtual Luncheon happening Thursday, May 13 at 11:30am! Support the important work of STEM after-school programming and celebrate the highlights of a challenging year for FIRST Washington’s students, volunteers and mentors. The link is in our bio!
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Nominate your coaches, mentors and teachers for the GeekWire Awards! The deadline is this Friday, April 2, 2021!
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FIRSTWa is dedicated to ensuring a welcoming and equitable environment for all of our participants! All of you are critical in making that happen! Find out how you can be involved in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion of our community here: bit.ly/FIRSTDEIForm
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Today is #GivingTuesday! We could not make our programs available without the generous support of our donors. FIRST Washington strives to bring the STEM experience to ALL students in Washington State. Thank you for joining us on this Giving Tuesday journey! You can donate below!
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secure.givelively.org/donate…

Donate Now | FIRST Washington Giving Tuesday 2020 by FIRST Washington

One thing that isn't canceled this year is hope and generosity.  Support FIRST Washington on Giving Tuesday by making a meaningful gift this holiday season to Was...

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Only one more day until #GivingTuesday!! All funds will support FIRST Washington’s innovative STEM program! Follow the link below to donate! secure.givelively.org/donate…

Donate Now | FIRST Washington Giving Tuesday 2020 by FIRST Washington

One thing that isn't canceled this year is hope and generosity.  Support FIRST Washington on Giving Tuesday by making a meaningful gift this holiday season to Was...

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FIRST Washington@first_wa
23 Nov 2020
There’s only ONE WEEK LEFT until #GivingTuesday arrives on December 1! Here’s how we are aiming to have the most impactful giving season ever.   We set a #GivingTuesday goal of $20,000. All #GivingTuesday funds will support FIRST Washington’s innovative after school STEM program.
There’s only ONE WEEK LEFT until #GivingTuesday arrives on December 1! Here’s how we are aiming to have the most impactful giving season ever.   We set a #GivingTuesday goal of $20,000. All #GivingTuesday funds will support FIRST Washington’s innovative after school STEM program.
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If you want to get a head start, you can make a donation here   And don’t forget to share that you’re participating in #GivingTuesday and tag #FIRSTWA so we can celebrate with you!
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FIRST Washington retweeted
F5
@F5
8 Nov 2020
[#NationalSTEMDay] F5's Kara Sprague (@ksprague08) reflects on how she was exposed to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) at a young age, and discusses how to close the gap for women and girls of color in technology: go.f5.net/7fncc #STEM
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This is why we love what we do! Check out this awesome video from FRC team 2412 - The Robototes! youtu.be/6zwaSFF7lLQ
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Thank you T-Mobile!
T-Mobile Park
@TMobilePark
25 Aug 2020
.@TMobile is donating $10,000 to @first_wa for their work that engages today’s tech-native youth to build on their passions and prepare them to be the STEM leaders of tomorrow.
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FIRSTWa would like to introduce our new President!
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Check out the new FTC game teaser! Are you up for the challenge? youtube.com/watch?v=03De6IY2…

ULTIMATE GOAL Presented by Qualcomm Teaser

Are you up for the challenge? In ULTIMATE GOAL presented by Qualcom...

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Did you know you can donate to FIRSTWa while shopping on Amazon? Login to smile.amazon.com and add “Washington First Robotics” to your charity!
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Thank you to all who participated in this year’s GiveBIG event! You make it possible for us to continue to support our next generation of STEM leaders! #givebigwa
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