Currently enrolled students in grades 4–12 from any K12-powered school are welcome to sign up. Students compete in grade-level groups: 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12.

Your child can compete solo or team up with one or two friends currently enrolled in any K12-powered school. Each team needs a registered adult instructor — this can be a parent, teacher, or other trusted adult. Students learn at their own pace with tutorial videos and resources, then drop into weekly open office hours for questions, troubleshooting, and personalized support as they code and compete.

All students need is the Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) — just $55 for a full-year license. It’s a powerful software platform where students design, program, and test robots in a virtual space. No physical robot required!

Every team must have an instructor who is 21 years or older. The instructor is the team’s primary adult contact and helps oversee participation throughout the competition. An instructor can be a parent, guardian, teacher (with their permission), coach, mentor, or another trusted adult. They do not need robotics experience.

Important: Do not list a teacher as your instructor unless they have agreed to serve in that role. Being your teacher does not automatically make them your team’s instructor.

Sign up by 5 PM (ET) on November 16, 2026. After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with next steps and a link to purchase the VRT software. Be sure to include accurate contact information so we can send helpful updates, reminders, and support throughout
the season.