Reserve your Ticket for 2024-25 iSTEAM Massachusetts Robotics State Championship
@Lexington High School, MA
15 March 2025 10 AM – 4 PM
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Massachusetts VEX IQ State Championship
What Is VEX IQ Robotics Competition Rapid Relay
The Game:
VEX IQ Robotics Competition Rapid Relay is played on a 6’ x 8’ rectangular field configured as seen above. Two robots compete in the Teamwork Challenge as an alliance in 60 second long teamwork matches, working collaboratively to score points.
Teams also compete in the Robot Skills Challenge where one robot takes the field to score as many points as possible. These matches consist of Driving Skills Matches, which will be entirely driver controlled, and Autonomous Coding Skills Matches, which will be autonomous with limited human interaction.
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VEX V5 Invitational Scrimmage for Worlds
What Is VEX V5 Robotics Competition High Stakes
The Game:
VEX V5 Robotics Competition High Stakes is played on a 12’ x 12’ square field configured as seen above. Two (2) Alliances – one (1) “red” and one (1) “blue” – composed of two (2) Teams each, compete in matches consisting of a fifteen (15) second Autonomous Period, followed by a one minute and forty-five second (1:45) Driver Controlled Period.
The object of the game is to attain a higher score than the opposing Alliance by Scoring Rings on Stakes, Placing Mobile Goals, and by Climbing at the end of the Match.
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FTC Showcase
What Is FIRST® Tech Challenge INTO THE DEEP℠
The Game:
INTO THE DEEP℠ challenges teams to program robots for underwater exploration and marine conservation in a simulated ocean environment. During matches, alliances of two teams each score points by collecting plastic samples (2–8 pts), attaching alliance-specific clips to create specimens (6–10 pts), and ascending a central submersible structure during the Endgame (15–30 pts). The 2.5-minute match includes a 30-second autonomous period for pre-coded tasks and a 2-minute driver-controlled phase where human players collaborate to process specimens. Designed for grades 7–12, the game emphasizes precision robotics, environmental stewardship, and real-world STEM problem-solving.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Event volunteers are the heart and soul of VEX competitions. We rely on Referees to keep things fair, Emcees to keep things exciting, and Queuers to keep things on schedule! Volunteering at a competition is easy to learn, fun to do, and rewarding for everyone involved.
Be a part of the excitement and help make our robotics competitions a success! iSTEAM Academy is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to fill key roles such as judges, referees, scorekeepers, field resetters, team check-in assistants, photographers, and more. Volunteers are essential to ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for all participants. Whether you're a seasoned robotics enthusiast or new to the field, we welcome individuals of all backgrounds—training will be provided for specific roles.
This is a great opportunity to support STEM education, inspire young innovators, and contribute to an inclusive community event. High school students and adults are encouraged to apply, with age-appropriate assignments available.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor
We are honored to invite your organization to sponsor the Massachusetts Robotics State Championships. This premier event is a vital part of the VEX Robotics competition series, which is dedicated to advancing robotics in STEM education for elementary, middle, and high school students.
Co-hosted by RECF official event partners, iSTEAM Academy and Vinci STEAM Edu., the tournament showcases how robotics can transform classroom learning into solutions for real-world technological challenges. It plays a pivotal role in fostering essential skills for future leaders.
Why Sponsor Us?
Sponsoring this top-tier STEM event is a great strategic opportunity to boost your brand visibility and support future technology leaders.
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Expand your brand influence in STEM education across the Great Boston area.
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Positions your organization as a leader in STEM innovation and STEM education.
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Provides engagement opportunities with a motivated and enthusiastic audience.
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Supports a state-recognized initiative that bridges industry and education.
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Gain extensive media exposure: The event will receive coverage from major media outlets, including on-site interviews, video broadcasts, multimedia, and print media, ensuring maximum visibility for sponsors.
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