Upcoming Events
2026 FLL Challenge Scrimmage
We are excited to announce that the ACP MetroCon FLL-Challenge Scrimmage is returning for another year! FTC 18227 Area 52 is proud to host this event for the 5th consecutive year.
This scrimmage will include a full judging session and robot match experience, designed to mirror an official qualifier, a perfect opportunity for teams to practice, learn, and prepare for competition season.
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location: Plano Event Centre
Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Virtual Coaches Information Session: TBD
Team Registration will open at 7:00pm on October 17th
https://forms.gle/QuvveWjdQXErij668
A huge thank you to the ACP Foundation for their continued sponsorship and support and to all the teams and mentors who have made this event a success year after year.
AREA 52 BOBA FUNDRAISING
We are raising funds to give local kids hands-on access to Robotics!
$2 from every dring sold goes toward the fundraiser!
Every sip helps local kids build, explore, and discover the excitement of STEM!
2026 DFW Youth Leaderhsip Forum
Join us for the 2026 DFW Youth Leadership Forum, hosted by 5C Leadership Foundation, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Hope Center in Plano (Custer & Plano Pkwy).
This year’s theme, “Impact: The Power of Action,” focuses on helping young people grow as leaders, learn from real-world professionals, and see how youth can create meaningful change in their communities.
A special highlight this year is multiple breakout sessions on AI, giving students exposure to a field that is increasingly shaping education, business, healthcare, and everyday life. Alongside leadership development, the forum offers students a chance to engage with innovation in a practical and inspiring setting.
The forum will feature:
Opening remark from Mayor Muns of Plano.
Opening keynote from Sam Mudro, President and CFO of HKS, Inc.
Closing keynote from Kimia Penton, Ted Talk speaker, author, musician, Sr. Director at McKesson, PMI Dallas Chapter President.
AI-focused breakout sessions by Bank of America, Amazon Web Services, and Palo Alto Networks.
Fireside chat with Orchid Giving Circle
Youth Impact Showcase
5C youth leader graduating senior panel
Registration: $10 per family, with $5 early bird pricing through May 2.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/5c-impact
All proceeds will be donated to Scottish Rite for Children. Please share with families, educators, and community members who may be interested.
We hope to see you there!
FLL Summer Camp
FTC Team 18227 Area 52, a 2024 FIRST World Championship team, is hosting its FLL Challenge Summer Camp for a third consecutive year at QD Academy in Plano.
Date: June 9 – June 13
Time: 9AM – 4PM
Cost: $465 (lunch included)
Location: QD Academy (4100 Legacy Dr, #404, Plano, TX 75024)
This camp is perfect for rising 4th – 6th graders who are interested in competing in FIRST LEGO League Challenge (FLL-C).
Join us to learn FLL Challenge essential skills, including how to build and program a robot using Block Coding.
Bake Sale:
Area 52 New Year Bake Sale – Start 2025 on a Sweet Note!
After a successful Thanksgiving bake sale, Area 52 gourmet bakers are back with more irresistible treats! All items are made-to-order from scratch with free delivery to Plano, Frisco, and McKinney.
- Matcha Crinkle Cookies
- Swedish Chocolate Balls
