For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Team 1511 Student Info Session September 12th, 2006 Kim

FIRST Vision FIRST’s vision is to positively transform culture by inspiring young people, their schools, and communities to appreciate science and technology. Mission FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that build not only science and technology skills and interests but also self-confidence, leadership and life skills. Kim

FIRST Dean Kamen, Founder “…to create a world where science and technology are celebrated… …where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes” Dean Kamen Founder Kim

FIRST: How It Works “…It’s like life. You never have enough information. You never have enough time. The kit of materials is what you have in the warehouse. There are always competing things and you must have a strategy. We’ve created a microcosm of the real engineering experience.” Woodie Flowers Co-Founder FIRST Robotics Competition Kim

Student Leadership Team 1511 FIRST Students: Student Leadership Team Student Leadership Team Mark Mascadri: Team Leader & School Relations Jackie Nielson: FLL Coordinator Steve Wolf: Meeting Coordinator Graeme Buckley: Subteam Coordinator Josh Goodman: Activity Coordinator Bethany Griswold: Treasurer Mark

1511 FIRST Students: Introductions Introductions!! Name Grade Why are you Here? Mark

1511 FIRST Students: Outline What Is FIRST? 2006-2007 Schedule The 2006 Game Team Goals Chairman’s Award Subteams How to Get Involved Mark

1511 FIRST Students: What Is FIRST FIRST Stands for For Inspiration and Recognition of Science & Technology FIRST Robotics is designed around a 6 Week Design & Build Period There are now over 1000 teams in all 50 states, North America, South America, and Europe, with sponsors like NASA, Kodak, Bausch & Lomb, BAE, UTC, GM, Lockheed Martin, Boeing and more! Harris Sponsors our team 1511 GCSD Sponsors South Brevard Team386 Jackie

1511 FIRST Students: What Is FIRST FIRST Robotics Competition FIRST Vex Competition FIRST Lego League Competition Jackie

1511 FIRST Students: Schedule Recruiting: September 2006 Preseason: October-December 2006 Kickoff: January 6th, 2007 Build Season: January-February 2007 Ship Date: February 20th, 2007 Competition Season: March-April 2007 Championships: April 11th–14th 2007 Josh

1511 FIRST Students: Schedule Preseason: 1 Team Meeting/week Subteam Meetings as needed Build Season: 2 Team Meetings/week 1 Weekend Build Day (5 days/week) Time Commitment: Its Up to You!!                           Josh

1511 FIRST Students: 2006 Game 3 Point Goals (30” 8’ High) 1 Point Goals (on floor) 4 Person Drive Team Robots 5’x28”x38” Autonomous, & 3 Periods Graeme

Develop Student Leadership FLL Focus in Rochester 1511 FIRST Students: Team Goals Develop Student Leadership FLL Focus in Rochester Community Involvement & 1511 Thunderbolts Organization & Communication Education Design Process Focus Individual & Team Growth, Teambuilding HAVE FUN!! Beth

1511 FIRST Students: Chairman’s Award This award represents the spirit of FIRST. The Chairman’s Award honors the team that, in the judges’ estimation, best represents a model for other teams to emulate, and which embodies the goals and purpose of FIRST. It remains the most prestigious award FIRST presents. Beth

Electrical/Pneumatics Programming Webpage Flare Animation Strategy 1511 FIRST Students: 2006 Preseason Subteams Mechanical Electrical/Pneumatics Programming Webpage Flare Animation Strategy Corporate Team Leadership Graeme

Student Requirements for Travel 1511 FIRST Students: Student Requirements for Travel   50% Preseason Team Meetings   Preseason Subteam Participation o       At least one sub team o       Declare Main Subteam by 10/1 o       50% of one subteam’s meetings   50 hrs Build Season Work o       Includes 18 Homework Hours   Community Service o       5 hours, 3 activities, 2 demonstration   Fundraising o       Patron Drive: 6 businesses or $500 o       Participate in 5 Fundraisers (or organize 1 part 4) o       Pizza/Candy sales   Promotes One Activity   Participates in One FLL Activity   Family Brings One Meal for Build Season   Parent Attends Info Session & One Team Event   Pass Test on 2006 Game o       100% Drive Team / 90% Team   Interview Engineer/ Robotics Report   Student Eligibility   Acceptable Behavior   Registers on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi Forums     Application Due 9/26   Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/10 Steve

Sept 19th: Our first all team meeting. 1511 FIRST Students: Important Dates to Remember Sept 19th: Our first all team meeting. Sept 26th: Student Applications Due Steve

Sign Up Today!! Fill out a Student Application 1511 FIRST Students: How to Get Involved Sign Up Today!! Fill out a Student Application Show up to our meetings! Tuesdays in the Commons www.penfieldrobotics.com Steve