Our Mission
The Irrational Engineers' Mission is to inspire the next generation of students to inventively solve tomorrow’s problems.
Our Vision
The Irrational Engineers' seeks to provide STEM/STEAM opportunities for all types of students, including public, private & home-schooled students.
What is "FIRST"?
FIRST ( For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology. Based in Manchester, NH, the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills.
Team Composition
Our robotics team is made up of students from many different backgrounds, ethnicities, and communities. Our current team is comprised of 14.3% Female Students, 71.4% Minority Students, 68.6% Homeschooled Students, and 70% New Students.
Sponsorships
The Irrational Engineers are actively seeking sponsors. We are interested in support in terms of tools, materials and money gifts to help us build our robot and help us fund our outreach endeavors and team image. We will list all of our sponsors on our website, and our major sponsors will be printed on our Team Banner and Robot!
Mentors Needed
If you are interested in helping motivated high school students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics as well as in Business and the Arts, you may contact us and ask for an interview with our Board and coaches.