This month set the stage for the most exciting part of every competition season: the VEX Robotics World Championship. As we look ahead to this moment in VEX Robotics history in a new city and to fresh opportunities ahead at ISTELive 26, we’re grateful for the incredible VEX Community who’s there every step along the way. Here’s what you need to know.
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- 2026 VEX Robotics World Championship: A Community Celebration
- VEX Robotics Educators Conference Spotlight
- Pre-Order Now: 2026-2027 Game & Field Element Kits
- VEX Robotics Reaches MOU in Belize
- New My Robotics Journey Episode Featuring Kathy Cepo & Michelle Massaro
- After the VEX Robotics World Championship: We’re Heading to ISTELive 2026
- Empower Your Students Beyond the Classroom with VEX Extended Learning
2026 VEX Robotics World Championship: A Community Celebration
We are about to do this together. The heart of our global community will fuel the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championship, showcasing incredible engineering and strategy.
From the teams arriving from across the globe to the volunteers and educators standing by to support them, the energy is already building. Your dedication to excellence is the reason VEX Robotics exists: to inspire the next generation of leaders.
This year’s competition is set to shatter records. The innovation about to hit the field and the sportsmanship displayed in the heat of competition will prove that robotics builds much more than machines—it builds character and lasting bonds. Every alliance, every match, and every moment of collaboration will strengthen the community that makes VEX Robotics special.
In the coming days, we expect to see our students at their best. We look forward to seeing competitors help each other troubleshoot, teams mentoring rookies, and champions opening their pits to curious minds.
As the first matches begin, remember that Worlds is more than an end—it is a beginning. The lessons learned and connections made here will ripple throughout our community for years to come. To every student, coach, parent, and volunteer—this championship is yours.
We can’t wait for you to show us what’s possible.
VEX Robotics Educators Conference Spotlight
By: Nicole Champagne
The VEX Robotics Educators Conference brings together educators who want practical ideas they can use in their classrooms right away. Whether you’re new to VEX or building on what you already do, the focus is on real strategies from educators who are doing the work every day.
The mix of hands-on workshops, small group conversations, and time with the VEX Education team gives you space to try things out, ask questions, and learn from others. More than anything, it’s a chance to connect with people who understand your classroom and walk away with ideas you can actually use. Looking forward to connecting in St. Louis.
Pre-Order Now: 2026-27 Game & Field Element Kits
Mark your calendars and get ready: the 2026-27 Full Game & Field Element Kits are available for pre-order NOW!
Every spring, teams across the world eagerly await the reveal of next season’s challenge. What will the game look like? What strategies will emerge? How will students innovate to overcome new obstacles?
Whether you’re gearing up for fall registration, planning your season’s budget, coaching a returning team, or building a program from scratch, you can secure what you need to play next season’s games now!
These game and field element kits are more than plastic and metal. They’re the foundation of next season’s competition. They’re the challenge that will push your team to think creatively, collaborate under pressure, and experience the thrill of solving a problem no one else has seen before. They’re designed to inspire teams of all skill levels.
Supplies are limited. This opportunity isn’t the kind of thing you want to wait on. Teams who secure their kits early have more time to practice, strategize, and prepare. They have time to fail, learn, and improve, which is precisely what competition is about.
Don’t miss out. The 2026-2027 season is closer than you think.
Pre-Order the 2026-27 VEX V5 Competition Full Game & Field Element Kit
Pre-Order the 2026-27 VEX IQ Robotics Competition Full Game & Field Element Kit
VEX Robotics Reaches MOU in Belize
We’re thrilled to announce that VEX has reached a Memorandum of Understanding with Belize and the Belize Robotics Federation that opens doors for students and educators in a new region. This collaboration reflects the parties’ commitment to making robotics accessible and meaningful to young people who are ready to learn. With plans to compete, collaborate, and build confidence through robotics, we can’t wait to see the innovation that emerges from this new community.
New My Robotics Journey: Kathy Cepo and Michelle Massaro Share Their Story
The latest episode of My Robotics Journey features two incredible educators from Canada, Kathy Cepo and Michelle Massaro, who are transforming robotics education in their region. In their words, they share how they built their programs, the challenges they overcame, and the impact they’ve seen in their students’ lives. If you’re looking for inspiration, real strategies, or just want to meet educators doing amazing work, this episode is for you.
After the VEX Robotics World Championship: We’re Heading to ISTELive 2026
The excitement from the VEX Robotics World Championship doesn’t stop when the final champion is crowned, it travels with us to ISTE Live 2026 (Booth #2838), one of the largest education conferences in the world.
Join us as we showcase how VEX Robotics is transforming classrooms, building confidence in students, and preparing young people for careers in STEM. Whether you’re an educator exploring robotics for the first time or a seasoned coach looking for what’s new, ISTE is the place to connect, learn, and imagine what’s possible.
We’ll have hands-on demos, sessions featuring educators and student leaders, and announcements about what’s coming next for VEX Robotics. This is your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of robotics education.
Ready-to-Run: Launch Your After-School or Summer Robotics Program Today
The learning doesn’t have to stop when the final bell rings. VEX Extended Learning offers ready-to-run programs that grow with your students, providing hands-on STEM engagement. From flexible club formats to immersive summer camps, these “turn-key” resources are designed to help you build a high-impact program that fits your school’s unique needs and budget. Give your students the space to apply their knowledge and build the real-world skills, like collaboration and problem-solving, they need to thrive. Ready to extend the learning in your community? We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Get Started with VEX Extended Learning
We’re glad you’re a part of the VEX Robotics community. We hope to see you in St. Louis later this month!
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