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TEAM UPDATES

  • Snow Much Love

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    Sid

    Snow Much Love, held on January 17, 2026, was a hands-on assistive technology build event hosted by Team TeraBridges (FTC #18603). The event brought together nearly 40 participants—students, families, engineers, and community volunteers from across the Pittsburgh region—who ventured out in sub-zero temperatures on a snowy morning to build assistive toys for children with disabilities.…

  • Bridging the Gap – Meeting with Representative Venkat

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    Ashwin

    On January 13, 2026, Terabridges had the chance to meet with Representative Arvind Venkat to discuss our FIRST robotics advocacy movement. In Western PA, there is less involvement in FIRST opportunities compared to the other side of the state, highlighted by the far fewer teams and competitions in all three programs of FLL, FTC, and…

  • Ablegamers and ATDev Visit

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    Ashwin

    On January 13, 2026, our team had the opportunity to participate in a virtual meeting with Zach Runyan from AbleGamers, along with Owen Kent and William Emfinger from ATDev. AbleGamers is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating devices that help people with disabilities play video games, while ATDev focuses on developing innovative assistive technology to…

  • Switch Adapt: Plush Musical Light up Toy

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    ftc18603

    Step-by-Step Demo Video Printable Instructions Download instructions to print (PDF) Make your own 3D printed switches We 3d Printed and built our switches using free files from Switched Adapted Toys. View file on Switched Adapted Toys. Share your build with us! We would love to see what you built. If you would like to share with us,…

  • Switch Adapt: Bluey/Bingo Talking Stuffed Plush

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    ftc18603

    Step-by-Step Demo Video Printable Instructions Download instructions to print (PDF) Make your own 3D printed switches We 3d Printed and built our switches using free files from Switched Adapted Toys. View file on Switched Adapted Toys. Share your build with us! We would love to see what you built. If you would like to share…

  • Raiders Qualifier

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    Ava

    Following our early success in the season, we traveled to Seneca Valley Senior High School in Harmony, PA, on January 11, 2026, to compete in the Raiders Qualifier. This year’s game, DECODE, continues to push our limits. After a long day of intense matches, collaboration, and high-energy competition, we are thrilled to share our results…

“FIRST IS MORE THAN ROBOTS. The robots are a vehicle for students to learn important life skills. Kids often come in not knowing what to expect of the program nor of themselves. They leave, even after the first season, with a vision, with confidence, and with a sense that they can create their own future.”

Dean Kamen

Founder, FIRST