Welcome to decatur robotics

Decatur Robotics Team 4026 is a student-led FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team at Decatur High School in Decatur, GA. FRC combines the rigor of STEM learning with the fun and excitement of traditional sports. Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, we are challenged to build and program industrial-size robots to play a tough field game in alliance with other teams. We are not only learning valuable trade skills while getting hands-on experience but are also getting a crash course in collaboration, teamwork, and learning how to bounce back after failure. We compete at regional, state, and world championship events. We have been competing since 2012 under the name Global Dynamics.

In addition to competition, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (officially Decatur Robotics, Inc.) that promotes STEM in our community through outreach and training events. We also support local FIRST LEGO League and FIRST Tech Challenge teams.

Not quite ready for high school robotics? We can help you get started at the elementary and middle school levels. Contact us on this site or visit us at an event. There are options for kids ages 6 through18 (grades 2 - 12).

OTHER TEAMS

Upcoming Events (2023-24 School Year)

All dates and times are TBD

AUGUST 2023

FRC and FTC Recruiting Events

FRC team practices resume every Tue/Thu after school (all high school students welcome to check us out)

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Kick Off

SEPTEMBER 2023

FRC Recruiting Events

FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Kick Off

OCTOBER 2023

GRITS (Georgia Regional Invitational Tournament and Showcase)

FTC League Meets Begin

NOVEMBER 2023

FTC League Meets Continue

FLL Scrimmage

DECEMBER 2023

FTC League Championship

FLL Tournaments Begin

what is first robotics?

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is the world’s leading youth-serving nonprofit advancing STEM education. For 30 years, FIRST has combined the rigor of STEM learning with the fun and excitement of traditional sports. Decatur Robotics compete in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) but there are other levels open to 3rd - 12th grades. You can explore all their programs at FIRST Inspires or reach out to our team for guidance. Many of our team members have participated in FIRST robotics since elementary school and are happy to share their experiences.