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 Lewis Lead 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?

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »What is FIRST? »Why Are we Here? » Schedule & Subteams »Team Goals & Student Achievements »Student/Parent Benefits »How can parents get involved? Outline 1511 FIRST Parents:

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

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »FIRST Robotics Competition »FIRST Tech Challenge »FIRST Lego League & Jr. FLL What Is FIRST? 1511 FIRST Parents:

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

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

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” 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 Works FIRST:

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

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder 2011 Game 1511 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

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Recruiting: September 2011 »Preseason: October-December 2011 »Kickoff: January 7 th 2012 »Build Season: January-February 2012 »Stop Build Date: February 21 st 2012 »Finger Lakes Regional at RIT: March 8 th – 10 th 2012 »Connecticut Regional: March 29 th – 31 st 2012 »Championships in St. Louis: April 25 th – 29 th 2012 Schedule 1511 FIRST Students:

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder Schedule 1511 FIRST Parents: »Preseason: 1 Team Meeting/week Subteam Meetings as needed »Build Season: 3 Team Meetings/week 2 Weekend Build Days (5 days/week) »Competition Season: Student may miss days of school »Time Commitment: It’s Up to Your Student!!

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Mechanical »Electrical/Pneumatics »Programming »Webpage »Animation »Strategy »Team Leadership »Marketing »FLL Preseason Subteams 1511 FIRST Parents:

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder 1.Education 2.Individual Growth, Team Growth and Team Building 3.Continue Student Leadership 4.Community Involvement & 1511 Thunderbolts 5.Organization & Communication 6.Design Process Focus 7.Fundraising 8.HAVE FUN!! Team Goals 1511 FIRST Parents:

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder Student Achievements for Travel 1511 FIRST New Students: PRESEASON – DUE BY DECEMBER 31st 50% Preseason Team Meetings Preseason Subteam Participation o At least one subteam o Declare main subteam by the beginning of October o 50% of one subteam’s meetings Community Service o 3 hours o 1 activity o 1 demonstration Fundraising o Patron Drive: 5 businesses or $250 o Participate in 3 Fundraisers o Pizza/Candy sales Participate in One FLL Activity Parent Attends Info Session & One Team Event Register on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi Forums BUILD SEASON – DUE BY MARCH 3RD 50 hrs Build Season Work o Can Include up to 10 Homework Hours Family Brings One Meal for Build Season Parent Attends Ruckus, Rally, or FLR Pass Game Test o 100% Drive Team & Pit Crew o 80% Team Student Eligibility Acceptable Behavior Application Due 9/27/2011 Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/11/2011

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder Student Achievements for Travel 1511 FIRST Returning Students: PRESEASON – DUE BY DECEMBER 31st 10 of 15 Preseason Meetings Preseason Subteam Participation o At least one subteam o Declare main subteam by the beginning of October o 50% of one subteam’s meetings Community Service o 10 hours o 3 activities o 3 demonstration o Organize 1 Demo or Community Service In Preseason Fundraising o Patron Drive: 10 businesses or $500 o Participate in 5 Fundraisers o Pizza/Candy sales o Organize 1 Fundraiser in Preseason o Participate in 1 Carwash Attend the NYS Fair and/or Monroe County Fair for a combined 10 hours Participate in TWO FLL Activities Parent Attends Info Session & One Team Event Register on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi Forums BUILD SEASON – DUE BY MARCH 3RD 60 hrs Build Season Work Can Include up to 10 Homework Hours Family Brings One Meal for Build Season Parent Attends Ruckus, Rally, or FLR Pass Game Test o 100% Drive Team & Pit Crew o 90% Team Student Eligibility Acceptable Behavior Application Due 9/27/2011 Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/11/2011

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder 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 1511 FIRST Parents:

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder Student and Parent Benefits »Inspiration »Growth »Leadership Skills »Technical Knowledge »Over $14 million in Scholarships! »Real World Engineering & Business »FUN!!! 1511 FIRST Parents:

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

“ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »WE HAVE FUN!!!! »“This is the hardest fun you will ever have..” ~Dr. Woodie Flowers Number One Rule on FIRST Parents: