WCDC FireFox Team Advances to FLL Regional Competition, Wins Prestigious Motivate Award

Westchester, NY — Westchester Child Development Center (WCDC) is proud to celebrate another major milestone in its LEGO Robotics program. The WCDC FireFox Team has officially advanced to the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Albany Regional Competition. In addition to qualifying for the next round, the team was honored with the Motivate Award, one of the most meaningful recognitions in FLL competitions.

This achievement further reinforces WCDC’s reputation as a leading STEM education provider for elementary students in Westchester County.

What Is the FLL Motivate Award?

The Motivate Award recognizes teams that best embody the FIRST LEGO League Core Values, including:

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Gracious professionalism

• Inclusion and positive team culture

• Enthusiasm for learning and innovation

Winning this award means the FireFox Team stood out not only for their technical abilities, but also for their character, communication skills, and positive impact on other teams and the competition community.

From Weekly Training to Regional Recognition

The FireFox Team’s success is the result of season-long preparation through WCDC’s structured LEGO Challenge program. Students participate in:

• Hands-on robot design and engineering using LEGO SPIKE Prime

• Block-based coding with sensors, loops, and conditionals

• Mission strategy optimization and real-world problem solving

• Innovation project research and presentation coaching

• Team-building, mock judging sessions, and communication practice

With small team sizes and personalized coaching, WCDC ensures every child has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and lead.

A Growing Legacy of FLL Success at WCDC

The FireFox Team now joins other successful WCDC LEGO teams that have advanced in competitive FLL seasons, reflecting the program’s consistent focus on:

• STEM skill development

• Confidence-building through public speaking and presentations

• Growth mindset and iterative learning

• Collaboration over competition

Advancing to the Albany Regional Competition places the FireFox Team among top-performing teams in New York State and highlights the effectiveness of WCDC’s LEGO learning pathway from LEGO Explore (K–2) to LEGO Challenge (Grades 3+).

Why LEGO Robotics at WCDC Makes a Difference

Parents choose WCDC’s LEGO Robotics and FLL programs because they go beyond coding and robotics. Students develop:

• Critical thinking and engineering mindset

• Communication and leadership skills

• Creativity and resilience

• A strong foundation for future STEM learning

Most importantly, children learn that success is built through teamwork, curiosity, and perseverance.

Congratulations, FireFox Team!

WCDC extends heartfelt congratulations to the FireFox Team, their dedicated coaches, and supportive families. Winning the Motivate Award and advancing to the Regional Competition is an achievement worth celebrating—and just the beginning of what these young innovators can accomplish.

We look forward to cheering them on as they represent WCDC at the next level of competition.

Interested in Joining WCDC LEGO Robotics?

If your child is interested in LEGO Robotics, coding, or FIRST LEGO League competitions, learn more about WCDC’s Saturday Enrichment and LEGO Challenge programs and how students can join future FLL teams.

📍 Class Time: 1/24 Saturdays, 1:00–2:30 PM

📍 Location: Westchester Child Development Center

📩 Contact: office@nywcdc.com | 914-829-2694

📝 Registration: https://bit.ly/newlegochallenge