Join Team 291

Find your place.

High school students from any school or community are welcome. Bring your interests. Discover what you can build.

More ways to contribute

You bring the curiosity.
We learn together.

Explore mechanical design, programming, electronics, or the work that supports the team. Engineers, mentors, and students share what they know and learn together.

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Meet the team

Wednesdays, 6–8 PM

Use the French Street entrance.
Collegiate Academy · Erie, Pennsylvania

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Team 291 people gathered in the 2026 competition pit
The people behind 291 / 2026

A few things to know.

Who can join?

Team 291 welcomes high school students from any school or location. FIRST Robotics Competition is a high school program, generally for grades 9–12 and ages 14–18.

Where do I start?

Check the current meeting information and use the French Street entrance at Collegiate Academy. You can also ask about joining through Contact.

Can I help as a mentor?

Use Contact to ask about mentoring or volunteering. Technical experience, communication, and team organization all support the work.