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).
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.
Connect with us
Please check out The Blue Alliance to track our team and events, see team history, watch match videos, and get live scores of competitions.
Thanks to our PARTNERS!
Thanks to our ADVOCATES!
Thanks to our SUPPORTERS!
Individual Contributors
The Torrance Family
The Ebersold Family
The Dell’Osso Family
Hill Foley Rossi & Associates
The Krause Family
The Beck Family
Martha & Dayton Miller
The Whalin Family
The Aburime Family
The Thompson Family
Darien Craig
Ford’s BBQ