Full Metal Jackets are FIRST Robotics Team 1296, of Rockwall High School in Rockwall, Texas. It was founded in the fall of 2004 through a partnership with local companies. The team includes numerous volunteers and 45 students. Volunteers range from electrical engineers to programmers. During our rookie year 2004, we won the Rookie Inspirational Award. Since then, Team 1296 has continued to be a dominate force in robotics. Each year Team 1296 adds to the legacy of FIRST through team work, relationships and gracious professionalism.
Rockwall High School, located in a residential suburb of Dallas, Texas, offers a comprehensive curriculum for students in grades 9-12. In addition to traditional core subjects, students can choose from a wide variety of Advanced Placement offerings for college credit, as well as numerous electives in arts, music, engineering, business and more. Vocational and alternative education experiences are also made available to students. The team is in need of funds for building the competition robot, competition fees, and travel to the competitions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5TFr4c-hvY
With the support of volunteer mentors who promote gracious professionalism, the mission of Rockwall Robotics is to provide opportunities to enrich educational experiences through practical applications of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Funds to purchase supplies for the season
We do not discriminate, but must attend Rockwall High to be on the team.
Organization name
Rockwall High School Robotics Booster Club, Inc.
Causes
Education - K-12, Education - STEM, Education - Career Prep
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Rockwall
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
PO Box 59