What is the Newton Robotics Team?
We are the award-winning robotics division of Newton Public Schools in Newton, NJ. A part of FIRST Robotics, we have proudly served and contributed to expanding STEM Education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to the community and students since our establishment in 2009.
Coached by past leaders, James Hofmann, Samuel Casquiera, and now current coach, Ciana Roman, our program ensures that students from grades nine through twelve are provided with an exploration of careers with more hands-on opportunities in Engineering, Science, Business, Public Relations, Marketing, Industrial Safety, and more.
Students participating in our FIRST Robotics Competition team, “Aperture” are given six weeks to construct a robot out of industrial materials to complete a sport-like challenge. Students are also given the chance to present other useful skills in real-world working fields, including business, marketing, art, and public speaking skills.
About Team 3142 Aperture
January-February 2025
Our team name references the popular Portal video gaming series and its fictional location in the “Aperture Science Laboratories.” The name “Aperture” also references a camera’s aperture, an opening that allows light in, making an impression on the film.
2025 FRC Game
2024 FRC Game
What is FIRST Robotics?
FIRST, the acronym for “For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology,” is an organization founded in 1989 by Dean Kamen that inspires children and teens to become involved in science and technology.
FIRST is a passionate form of robotics available to students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. There are many opportunities provided by the organization for students who wish to succeed in pursuing a career in the science and technology field.
There are four levels of FIRST robotics: FLL Jr., FLL, FTC, and FRC. Each level provides a real life engineering challenge every year.
FIRST also helps its participants by providing over twenty-million dollars in scholarship opportunities for students registered in the more advanced levels.
Contact our team for more information about all four FIRST levels and how you can start your own FIRST team!