Coaches

Dr. Dechao Guo

My name is Dechao Guo and I earned my  bachelor’s degree in Microelectronics from Peking University, and my Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from Yale University. Currently, I am Director of Advanced Semiconductor Technology in IBM Research. I am passionate about creating cutting-edge technologies for future computing, and mentoring the next generation of talents in science and technology.

Jin Mao

My name is Jin Mao. I am a computer system engineer with specialties in low-latency infrastructure and IT security. I am always curious about new information technology that improves our daily work and life. FIRST is a great platform for me to learn new stuff with a group of people like myself. ​

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Joe Wang

My name is Joe Wang. I am a senior electrical engineer, I have a Master’s degree in Computer Science, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

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Team Members

Patrick Z.

Hi, my name is Patrick and I'm a senior at Highland Park High School. This is my 4th year on the team and I enjoy playing tennis and listening to music in my free time.

Karis M.

Hi my name is Karis and I’m a senior at East Brunswick High School. This is my fifth year on the team. In my free time, you can find me playing volleyball and listening to music.

Edward L.

My name is Edward and I am a senior at East Brunswick High School. Some of my hobbies include playing the violin and playing basketball.

Allan G.

Hi, my name is Allan and I’m a junior at East Brunswick High School. This is my fourth year on the team. I like playing volleyball and listening to music.
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Larry L.

Hello! My name is Larry, and I'm a Rutgers Preparatory High School Junior. I've been with the team for three years. I enjoy computer programming and game design in my free time.

Steven C.

My name is Steven and I am a junior at Highland Park High School. My only interest is learning and developing skills that will help me in the future. 
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Valery M.

My name is Valery and I am a junior at East Brunswick High School. In my free time, I enjoy running, reading, and playing with my cats. ​

Maxwell F.

My name is Maxwell. I am a 9th grader at Highland Park High School. I am 14 years old, and this is my second year on the team

Alex G.

My name is Alex. I am a 9th grader at Millburn High School. I enjoy playing chess and running.
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Kevin X.

Hello, l’m Kevin. I’m in 9th grade and I go to Churchill Junior High School in East Brunswick. I like designing and building things. I also enjoy cooking.

Ethan P.

My name is Ethan and I'm in eighth grade. This is my first year on the team. I've been learning to code for two years. I also play viola and tennis.

Adalyn S.

My name is Adalyn Shen and I'm an 8th grader at Warren Middle School. Some hobbies of mine are digital painting and playing games.

Derek Y.

My name is Derek and I am an 8th grader at John Adams Middle School. I enjoy coding, math, and playing outside. This is my first year on the team.

Stephen S.

Hi, my name is Stephen Shen and I'm 7th grader at Churchill Junior High School. I like playing violin and cooking. In my free time I like to go for long runs & playing games.