Outreach and First
Outreach in the community
Things to consider Events currently in your community Passions within the team Impact on the team and community
How to get started Student lead Contacts in the community City Website Scouts Churches and Schools Documentation Get the team excited
Talon Robotics Community events 4th of July Air Show Vacation Bible School Scout Demonstrations School Presentations Drone Race Car Show
Outreach geared toward Kids Camps and Demonstrations
Things to consider Attention Span Skill Level Motivation Everything Takes Longer than Expected except when you Need it to Take Time (Be Flexible and Have Back Up Plans)
How to get started (classes) Student Lead Talk to Community Education or Elementary/Middle School Activity Providers Brainstorm fun STEM activities Create a Curriculum Practice and Test with Children Advertise Order Parts and Organize Students and Adults for Teaching
How to get started (Demos) Talk to Activity Providers (Scout Leaders or Activities Coordinator) Choose a Robot Suited for Play with Children Create a Plan (remember kids don't have a long attention span) Be Prepared for Problems Get Team Members and Mentors to help Lead
Talon robotics events After School Camps Summer Camps School Demos Scout Demos
Outreach within First Fll, Ftc, and FRC
Things to consider What do you have to offer? Teams Already in the Community Level of Interest in Robotics Programs Invite others to Join you
How to get started Offer help to Others Teams Research and Plan How to Start a Team Registration Funding Facility Reach out to Interested Community Members Provide your Time and Skills Remember this is a Great Learning Opportunity for all People Involved
Talon robotics events Talon Think Tank Mentoring FTC Mentoring FLL Supporting FRC Starting teams
Go FIRST and MN First
Go FIRST University of Minnesota MN SPLASH Summer Summit Ri3D Snow Problems
MN FIRST Kick off FRC Regionals Off Season Events Volunteers are always needed Students and Mentors/Parents