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FIRST® Long Island
FIRST® Long Island
FIRST® Long Island is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded by Frederick Breithut In 1984. Our vision is to create an educated workforce for Long Island by opening the minds of middle school and high school students to career opportunities through a collaborative partnership of schools, businesses, community organizations and government. More...
News and Announcements
News and Announcements
2025 FIRST® Robotics Competition
The 2025/2026 season is now underway. Look for the following upcoming FIRST Robotic Competition Long Island events:
Kenneth R. Vessey Invitational
This invitational at Half Hollow Hills H.S. West on October 26, 2025 is the largest off season event on Long Island.
2026 FIRST Robotics Competition Kickoff
The kickoff, which will be a kit distribution event will be held on January 10, 2026 at Schenck USA.
2026 FIRST Robotics Competition Regional
FIRST Long Island Regional 2026 will be held from March 18th to March 21st.
David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, Hofstra University.
HOTEL INFORMATION
We have an arrangement with the Courtyard by Marriott in Westbury for $189 a night and strongly encourage you to consider it. Use this link to make your reservation. While rooms are available from March 17, 2026 to March 22, 2026, you can adjust the dates for your needs.
Use this link: Book your group rate for FIRST LI Robotics 2026
The Public Agenda is now available here.
The Program Book is now available here.
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Program Contacts
Program Contacts
FIRST® LEGO League Discover/Explore
Rick Ramhap: rick.ramhap@firstlongisland.org
JJ Gembinski: jj.gembinski@firstlongisland.org
FIRST® LEGO League Challenge
Troy Douglas: troy.douglas@firstlongisland.org
Annabelle May: annabelle.may@firstlongisland.org
FIRST® Tech Challenge
Marin Kobin: marin.kobin@firstlongisland.org
Caryn Meirs: caryn.meirs@firstlongisland.org
FIRST® Robotics Competition
Larry Toonkel: lawrence.toonkel@firstlongisland.org
www.firstlongisland.org
631-627-8400
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