1. For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Team 1511 Student Info Session September 16th, 2008

2. Click to edit Master title style “ …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.

3. Click to edit Master title style “ …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

4. Click to edit Master title style “ …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:

5. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Student Leadership Team Josh Goodman: Team Leader, Meeting Coordinator, & School Relations Rika Lee: Subteam Coordinator, Scribe Becca Hasman: Treasurer, Public Relations Theo Matt: Activity Coordinator, FLL Coordinator Crystal Vongnophone: New student interface, Communications Director Student Leadership Team 1511 FIRST Students:

6. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Introductions!! »Name »Grade »Why are you Here? Introductions 1511 FIRST Students:

7. Click to edit Master title style “ …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? »2008-2009 Schedule »The 2008 Game »Team Goals »Chairman’s Award »Subteams »How to Get Involved Outline 1511 FIRST Students:

8. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 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 What Is FIRST 1511 FIRST Students:

9. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 Competition »FIRST Lego League Competition What Is FIRST 1511 FIRST Students:

10. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 2008 »Preseason: October-December 2008 »Kickoff: January 3 rd, 2009 »Build Season: January-February 2009 »Ship Date: February 17 th, 2009 »Competition Season: March-April 2009 »Championships: April 16 th –18 th 2009 Schedule 1511 FIRST Students:

11. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 Students: »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!!

12. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder 2008 Game 1511 FIRST Students: FIRST OVERDRIVE »Robots Across Line – 2pts »Balls Across Line – 2pts »Balls Over Overpass – 8pts »Balls on Overpass – 12pts »3 Team Alliance: Red vs Blue »4 Person Drive Team »Robots 5’x28”x38”, 120lb »2 minutes 15 seconds

13. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »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. Chairman’s Award 1511 FIRST Students:

14. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder 1. Develop Student Leadership 2. FLL Focus in Rochester 3. Community Involvement & 1511 Thunderbolts 4. Organization & Communication 5. Education 6. Design Process Focus 7.Individual & Team Growth, Teambuilding 8.HAVE FUN!! Team Goals 1511 FIRST Students:

15. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 »Flare »Animation »Strategy »Corporate »Team Leadership »FLL 2008 Preseason Subteams 1511 FIRST Students:

16. Click to edit Master title style “ …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 Students: PRESEASON – DUE BY DECEMBER 31st 50% Preseason Team Meetings Preseason Subteam Participation At least one sub team Declare Main Subteam by 10/7 50% of one subteam’s meetings Community Service 3 hours 1 activitiy 1 demonstration Fundraising Patron Drive: 5 businesses or $250 Participate in 3 Fundraisers Pizza/Candy sales Participates in One FLL Activity Parent Attends Info SessionParent Attends Info Session & One Team Event Registers on 1511 Forums & Chief Delphi Forums BUILD SEASON – DUE BY MARCH 3rd 50 hrs Build Season Work Can Include up to 10 Homework Hours Family Brings One Meal for Build Season Parent Attends Ruckus (11/1), Rally (2/16?), or FLR (3/7?) Pass Test on 2008 Game 100% Drive Team & Pit Crew 80% Team Student Eligibility Acceptable Behavior Application Due 9/30 Contract Signed & Submitted by 10/14

17. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Sept 23 rd : Our first all team meeting. »Sept 30 th : Student Applications Due Important Dates to Remember 1511 FIRST Students:

18. Click to edit Master title style “ …to create a world where science and technology are celebrated….where young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes…. ” Dean Kamen, Founder »Sign Up Today!! »Fill out a Student Application »Show up to our meetings! Tuesdays in the Commons »www.penfieldrobotics.com How to Get Involved 1511 FIRST Students: