With over 1,200 afterschool program teams across Washington State and in-class FIRST programs taught by teachers across the state popping up, FIRST Washington is a deepening impact for communities, higher education, and employers across Washington State. Over 15,000 students across Washington are engaged in this seamless progression of programs that engages K-12 (6-18 years of age) into the world of STEM.
Take a peek at our most recent Impact Statement:
If you are curious and want to dig even deeper into FIRST’s Impact, review our national non-profit that has led a multi-year independent study of which Washington State students are participants here.
FIRST Washington has a vision of bringing FIRST programs into every school. We are committed to equity and access and believe that if students are exposed to FIRST programs, they will see “see what they can be one day.”
Please review, FIRST Washington’s Strategic Plan:
Our commitment to equity and access is a foundational pillar to what we do. Over the last few years, we have grown female participation from 28% to 42% through our Girls FIRST Initiative and we host annual DEI workshops, encouraging courageous conversations within our volunteer, coaches and mentor community in building FIRST program teams that represent the school/community that they are in. Learn more about our DEI effort, at a national level here.
Or at a state level:
