1. For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
Team 1511
Penfield HS Info Session
September 13 & 14, 2005

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. 1511 FIRST Students: Introductions Introductions!! Name
What Grade Are You In?

6. 1511 FIRST Students: Outline What is FIRST? Subteams
Schedule
Team Goals
Chairman’s Award
Challenge
Top 4 Things to Remember

7. FIRST: For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology
1511 FIRST Students:
What Is FIRST?
FIRST: For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology

8. The Game Different Every Year 2005 Rules: Triple Play
1511 FIRST Students:
What Is FIRST?
The Game
Different Every Year
2005 Rules: Triple Play

9. 1511 FIRST Students: Schedule Recruiting: September 2005
Preseason: October-December 2005
Kickoff: January 7th, 2006
Build Season: January-February 2006
Ship Date: February 21st, 2006
Competition Season: March-April 2006
Championships: April 27th–29th 2006
*Calendar Handout

10. 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)
                         

11. Mechanical/Fabrication Electrical/Pneumatics Programming Webpage
1511 FIRST Students:
2005 Preseason Subteams
Mechanical/Fabrication
Electrical/Pneumatics
Programming
Webpage
Photo/Video/Marketing
Spirit/Logo
Awards/Community Service
Animation
Strategy/Drive/Rules
Business
Fundraising
Team Leadership

12. Inspiration Fundraising: $25,000 Community Service
1511 FIRST Students:
Team Goals
Inspiration
Fundraising: $25,000
Community Service
“Spreading the word”
Chairman’s Award
Have Fun!!
*Calendar Handout

13. 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.

14. 1511 FIRST Students: New Since Last Year
The Professional World of Business Series
Team Handbook: Student Requirements
Extra emphasis on the Subteams outside of engineering
Extra emphasis on community involvement and fundraising
A College & Career Program
A Team Leadership Group, focused on Student Leadership
Two Storage Locations at the School

15. 1511 FIRST Students: Student Requirements
To have TRAVEL Paid by the Team:
50% Preseason Team Meetings
Preseason Subteam Participation
50% of one subteam’s meetings
60 hrs Build Season Work
Community Service
10 hours, 3 activities, 3 demonstration
Fundraising
Family Brings One Meal for Build Season
Parent Attends Info Session
Pass Test on 2006 Game
Interview Engineer/ Robotics Report
Student GPA: 70% average
Acceptable Behavior

16. Professional World of Business Series
1511 FIRST Students:
Professional World of Business Series
WORKSHOPS
Marketing & Communications
Leadership Skills
Interview Skills/Resume Building
Fundraising
Presentation Skills
Basics of Finance
Technical Writing
PANELS
Spectrum of Engineering
Women in Science & Engineering
Business & Management
Entrepreneurialship

17. Take Advantage of Mentorship, Scholarships & The Opportunity to Grow
1511 FIRST Students:
Challenge
LEARN SOMETHING NEW
PUSH YOURSELF!!!
Take Advantage of Mentorship, Scholarships & The Opportunity to Grow

18. Top 4 Things to Remember about Team 1511
1511 FIRST Students:
Rules on 1511
Top 4 Things to Remember about Team 1511

19. It Can Get a Little Wacky!!
1511 FIRST Students:
Number Four Rule on 1511
It Can Get a Little Wacky!!

20. It’s NOT Just about Engineering!
1511 FIRST Students:
Number Three Rule on 1511
It’s NOT Just about Engineering!

21. 1511 FIRST Students:
Number Two Rule on 1511
It’s a great opportunity to get experience you CAN’T get anywhere else!

22. 1511 FIRST Students:
Number One Rule on 1511
WE HAVE FUN!!!!
“This is the hardest fun you will ever have..” ~Dr. Woodie Flowers

23. Questions?? First Team Meeting Tuesday 9/20!! 1511 FIRST Students:
Number One Rule on 1511
Questions??
First Team Meeting
Tuesday 9/20!!