About ThE Program
What is FTC?
Want to be a part of a global community of student inventors, programmers, and engineers? Join our FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Team!
The FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is an international robotics competition for students aged 12 to 18, where the task is to design, build, and program a robot to compete against other teams.
TSP & Lauremont School Collaboration
In the 2025-2026 school year, the STEAM Project will be running one FTC robotics team composed of Grade 9-12 students from Lauremont Upper School. This team will have two weekly meetings at The STEAM Project’s state-of-the-art makerspace where they will have access to tools, tech, mentors, and a practice arena!
Skills to Explore
Students will be introduced to using the electronics and hardware involved in powering and controlling their robot (motors, sensors, controllers, control hub, etc). Students will be trained to use hand tools and equipment required to design, build and test their team’s robot.
2025-2026 Theme
2025-2026’s FTC theme is Decode, where teams will use their STEM and collaboration skills to explore an archaeology-inspired robotics challenge. Join us to code, design, and build robots to uncover ancient artifacts and solve challenges.
Our team welcomes students of all skill levels, willing to learn and share their skills. Join us on our build team or pit crew, or as a programmer, driver, speaking representative, or designer!
Skills to Explore
Students will be introduced to using the electronics and hardware involved in powering and controlling their robot (motors, sensors, controllers, control hub, etc). Students will be trained to use hand tools and equipment required to design, build and test their team’s robot.
2025-2026 Theme
2025-2026’s FTC theme is Decode, where teams will use their STEM and collaboration skills to explore an archaeology-inspired robotics challenge. Join us to code, design, and build robots to uncover ancient artifacts and solve challenges.
Our team welcomes students of all skill levels, willing to learn and share their skills. Join us on our build team or pit crew, or as a programmer, driver, speaking representative, or designer!
This year’s theme is DECODE. Register today to code, design, and build robots to uncover ancient artifacts and solve challenges!
Outcomes
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Pathway to Success
This program is the perfect extracurricular activity to set students apart for future university and scholarship applications, and job opportunities!
Hands-on Learning
Participants will gain hands-on experience in topics such as robotics, electronics, programming, marketing, business and more!
STEAM Skills
Students will be introduced to robotics essentials: electronics, hardware, and tools like drills, wrenches, CAD software, and 3D printers.
Guided Mentorship
The program provides mentorship opportunities to students who are interested in STEAM, allowing them to be coached and guided by experienced staff.
DETAILS
Program Times & Dates:
Thursday and Friday 4-6 pm
September 25, 2025 – February 27, 2026
No Meeting on the Following Dates:
October 10, 2025, November 7, 2025
December 18, 2025 – January 2, 2026
February 13, 2026
Pricing:
Program Fee: $1280.00 + HST
Material Fee: $200 + HST
*Competition and travel fees may apply.
HOW TO JOIN
The STEAM Project Makerspace
561 Edward Avenue (Unit 1)
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9W6
The STEAM Project Makerspace
561 Edward Avenue (Unit 1)
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9W6
FAQ
All tools, technology, and software will be available at the Makerspace, so just bring your creativity and curiosity!
For safety reasons, you will also need to wear closed-toe shoes when working in our Makerspace.
All of the necessary software and tools will be provided to the students.
No. You don’t need to drop off your child from Lauremont School to The STEAM Project. A teacher from Lauremont School will walk the students over to The STEAM Project.
More Questions?
Feel free to reach out if you need further information about our programs.
