We are a community-based robotics team founded in 2023, and we’re excited to have your child on board! As a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Team #9709 member, your child will be part of a dynamic group of high school students (ages 14-18, grades 9-12) passionate about robotics, engineering, and innovation.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a hands-on learning experience that fosters teamwork, leadership, and collaboration skills while promoting STEM education and innovation. We aim to inspire and empower our team members to become the next generation of leaders in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Team Structure
Our team is hosted by the BUILD, RVA Makerspace in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition neighborhood. We have a dedicated team of volunteer professional mentors who lend their time and talents to guide our team. Our team members are divided into sub-teams, each focusing on a specific aspect of the robot’s design, build, and programming.
Meeting and Event Schedules
- Kickoff event: First weekend in January
- Build season: 8 weeks, January-February
- Competition season: March-April
- Post-season: May-June
Competitions
Each season, we attend two competitions within our state or multi-state region. Depending on our success, we may go on to compete at the FIRST Chesapeake regional championship (for DC, MD, and VA) in Upper Marlboro, MD, and even at the global FIRST World Championship in Houston, TX.
Join Our Journey!
We’re excited to have your child on board and look forward to a successful season! If you have any questions or would like to learn more about Team Isotope 9709, please don’t hesitate to reach out.