For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Team 1511 Parent Info Session.

For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology

Team 1511

Parent Info Session

“…to create a world where science and technology are

celebrated….where young people dream of becoming

science and technology heroes….”

Dean Kamen, Founder

FIRST

» Larry LewisLead Test Engineer, Harris Corp.8 Years in FIRST

» Val Drake: Parent

» Ms. MacLean: Faculty Advisor

» approx. 40 Students

» 13 Mentors from Harris

» 12 Community Mentors

Who Are We?




Dean Kamen, Founder

» What is FIRST?

» Why Are we Here?

» 2011-2012 Schedule & Subteams

» Team Goals & Student Achievements

» Student/Parent Benefits

» How can parents get involved?

Outline1511 FIRST Parents:




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» 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 2000 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

What Is FIRST?1511 FIRST Parents:




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» FIRST Robotics Competition

» FIRST Tech Challenge

» FIRST Lego League & Jr. FLL

What Is FIRST?1511 FIRST Parents:




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FIRST

FIRST’s vision is to positively transform culture by inspiring young people, their schools, and communities to appreciate science and technology.

Vision

Mission

FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that build not only science and technology skills and interests but also self-confidence, leadership and life skills.




Dean Kamen, Founder

“…to create a world where science and technology are celebrated…

…where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes”

Dean KamenFounder

Dean Kamen, FounderFIRST




Dean Kamen, Founder

“…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

How It WorksFIRST:




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» To Let you know what your student is involved in & what to expect

» To Discuss the Team Schedule and Travel Achievements

» Show the Positive Impact of the FIRST Program

Why Are We Here??1511 FIRST Parents:




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2011 Game1511 FIRST Parents:

LOGO MOTION» Score tubes onto peg grid» Top Pegs – 3 pts» Middle Pegs – 2 pts» Low Pegs – 1 pt» Minibots race near end of

match» 3 Team Alliance: Red vs Blue» 4 Person Drive Team» Robots 5’x28”x38”, 120lb» 2 minutes 15 seconds




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» Recruiting: September 2011

» Preseason: October-December 2011

» Kickoff: January 7th 2012

» Build Season: January-February 2012

» Stop Build Date: February 21st 2012

» Finger Lakes Regional at RIT: March 8th – 10th 2012

» Connecticut Regional: March 29th – 31st 2012

» Championships in St. Louis:April 25th – 29th 2012

Schedule1511 FIRST Students:




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Schedule1511 FIRST Parents:

» Preseason:1 Team Meeting/weekSubteam Meetings as needed

» Build Season:3 Team Meetings/week2 Weekend Build Days(5 days/week)

» Competition Season:Student may miss days of school

» Time Commitment:It’s Up to Your Student!!




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» Mechanical

» Electrical/Pneumatics

» Programming

» Webpage

» Animation

» Strategy

» Team Leadership

» Marketing

» FLL

Preseason Subteams1511 FIRST Parents:




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1. Education2. Individual Growth, Team

Growth and Team Building3. Continue Student Leadership4. Community Involvement

& 1511 Thunderbolts5. Organization &

Communication6. Design Process Focus7. Fundraising8. HAVE FUN!!

Team Goals1511 FIRST Parents:




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Student Achievements for Travel1511 FIRST New Students:

PRESEASON – DUE BY DECEMBER 31st50% Preseason Team MeetingsPreseason Subteam Participationo At least one subteamo Declare main subteam by the beginning of Octobero 50% of one subteam’s meetingsCommunity Serviceo 3 hourso 1 activityo 1 demonstrationFundraisingo Patron Drive: 5 businesses or $250o Participate in 3 Fundraiserso Pizza/Candy salesParticipate in One FLL ActivityParent Attends Info Session & One Team EventRegister on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi ForumsBUILD SEASON – DUE BY MARCH 3RD50 hrs Build Season Worko Can Include up to 10 Homework HoursFamily Brings One Meal for Build SeasonParent Attends Ruckus, Rally, or FLRPass Game Testo 100% Drive Team & Pit Crewo 80% TeamStudent EligibilityAcceptable BehaviorApplication Due 9/27/2011Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/11/2011




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Student Achievements for Travel1511 FIRST Returning Students:

PRESEASON – DUE BY DECEMBER 31st10 of 15 Preseason MeetingsPreseason Subteam Participationo At least one subteamo Declare main subteam by the beginning of Octobero 50% of one subteam’s meetingsCommunity Serviceo 10 hourso 3 activitieso 3 demonstrationo Organize 1 Demo or Community Service In PreseasonFundraisingo Patron Drive: 10 businesses or $500o Participate in 5 Fundraiserso Pizza/Candy saleso Organize 1 Fundraiser in Preseasono Participate in 1 CarwashAttend the NYS Fair and/or Monroe County Fair for a combined 10 hoursParticipate in TWO FLL ActivitiesParent Attends Info Session & One Team EventRegister on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi ForumsBUILD SEASON – DUE BY MARCH 3RD60 hrs Build Season Work• Can Include up to 10 Homework HoursFamily Brings One Meal for Build SeasonParent Attends Ruckus, Rally, or FLRPass Game Testo 100% Drive Team & Pit Crewo 90% TeamStudent EligibilityAcceptable BehaviorApplication Due 9/27/2011Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/11/2011




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Patron Drive and Fundraisers

» Fundraising is our way of keeping trip costs down.

» Patron Drive is our main fundraiser

» How many achievements a student completes will determine how much of their trips are funded by the team.

» Deposit amount will depend on money raised

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Student and Parent Benefits

» Inspiration

» Growth

» Leadership Skills

» Technical Knowledge

» Over $14 million in Scholarships!

» Real World Engineering & Business

» FUN!!!

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How can parents get involved?1511 FIRST Parents:

» Support and help organize fundraiser as and community service events.

» Help with student transportation to events.

» Provide meals during build season.

» Chaperone team trips.» Mentor students.




Dean Kamen, Founder

» WE HAVE FUN!!!!» “This is the hardest fun

you will ever have..” ~Dr. Woodie Flowers

Number One Rule on 15111511 FIRST Parents:

For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Team 1511 Parent Info Session.

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