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Umatilla reports 45 students in robotics program; FTC and FRC teams preparing for competitions

Umatilla School District Board · January 15, 2026

Summary

District staff reported 45 students participated in robotics this year, with 14 FTC teams and two FRC teams preparing for upcoming competitions (FTC next Saturday; FRC in Yakima in March).

District administrators told the board that 45 Umatilla students are involved in robotics this season. The district has 14 FTC teams preparing for a competition next Saturday at the middle school; two FRC teams will compete in Yakima in March.

Superintendent Heidi Sipe and STEAM Coordinator Stephanie Williams-Strege thanked volunteers and staff for returning to support the robotics programs; the district said most volunteers and returning students continued from prior seasons. Board members were encouraged to attend upcoming competitions.

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