Reuther has two established FTC teams each consisting of 15 students. This is the size limit for all FTC Teams. As a result we are only able to select 30 students out of all those that apply to join one of our teams. Our goal is to have five 6th, 7th and 8th grade students on each FTC Team with an equal number of boys and girls. 

We meet every Monday and Wednesday from 6 pm to 8 pm on all school days thru early December. Attendance to all meetings is expected. If you are unable to attend a particular meeting please email head coach before 6pm that day. Students are also expected to put in extra hours each week researching various areas that are key for a successful robotics season. There will be several weekend competitions that all team members are expected to attend.

Each student must complete their own student application form in order to be considered. The student application needs to be completed by the student and will be evaluated for its completeness and clarity.

Cost for this year is $125, plus the school club fee of $30. Please keep in mind that this cost does not come close to covering our expenses. We are sponsored by the Rochester High School FRC (FIRST Robotics Competition) team, the FEDS. Since our graduating team members are destined for RHS, the FEDS are investing in the future of Reuther Students as well as the FEDS.  

Parents that are willing to be Mentors earn extra points for their student. Yes, it is a form of bribery, but we can't have successful teams without a lot of parent-mentor help. Parents willing to become Mentors must complete their application in addition to their student's. Please keep in mind that parents who volunteer to become Mentors will be required to register with FIRST, and most importantly assist with our weekly team meetings.

All parents attending meetings are expected to have a current iChat on file with RCS.

2026-2027 PARENT MENTOR APPLICATION

The links below should auto-update after the September 12th kickoff. 

Come back and download information after the 12th.

Meeting Slides:

8-26-26 Intro

9-2-26 Budget/Outreach

9-14-26 Season Game Intro