For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology

FIRST® OverviewSeaside Robotics

Team 3673

Team 3673Seaside High SchoolCyborg Seagulls

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I. Vision & Mission

Vision“To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming

science and technology heroes.” Dean Kamen, Founder

Mission

To inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

II. Organization & Programs

FIRST Learning…

never stops building upon itself, starting at age six and continuing through middle and high-school levels up to age eighteen. Young people can join at any level. Participants master skills and concepts to aid in learning science and technology through robotics.

Gracious Professionalism

We learn and compete like crazy, but treat one another with respect and kindness in the process.

“Sport for the Mind™,” combining the excitement of sport with science and technology

Problem solving and creativity with new challenges every year

Teams of young people with mentors

A tight timeline to learn efficiency and effectiveness

A value system based on “Gracious ProfessionalismTM,” “Teamwork,” and “CoopertitionTM”

II. Organization & Programs

II. Organization & Programs

Mission is to INSPIRE, not EDUCATE

BUT look at what is involved:

Math (algebra, geometry, trig, calculus)

Science (physics, chemistry, experimentation)

Language arts (writing, public speaking)

Business (marketing, PR, fundraising)

Finance (accounting)

Computer Science (programming, 3D animation)

Fabrication (woodworking, metalworking)

Mentorship: Working side-by-side with professionals

Teamwork

Growth

Combines the excitement of sport with science and technology

Creates a unique varsity Sport for the Mind™

Grade 9-12 students (ages 14-18) discover the value of education and careers in science, technology, and engineering

New game each year

Common kit of parts

6-week build period

FRC:

II. Organization & Programs

FIRST ® Robotics Competition (FRC®): How It Works

II. Organization & Programs

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FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC®):

2010 Season

1,809 teams

45,000+ high-school-age students

Average 25 students per team

44 Regionals/State Championships7 District Competitions

340 teams advance to FIRST Championship

FIRST Robotics Competition Team Growth

Education in Science & Technology

FIRST Students vs. Comparison Group Seek Education in Science &Technology

Twice as likely to major in science or engineering More than three times as likely to major specifically in engineering

III. Impact

Source: Brandeis University, Center for Youth and Communities, Heller School for Social Policy and Management

Careers in Science & Technology

FIRST Students vs. Comparison Group Earn Career Opportunities:

Almost ten times more likely to have internship

Expect to Pursue Science & Technology Careers:

More than twice as likely to pursue S&T career

Nearly four times as likely to pursue career specifically in engineering

Source: Brandeis University, Center for Youth and Communities, Heller School for Social Policy and Management

III. Impact

III. Impact

FIRST Scholarships

$12.2 million in scholarship funds available to FIRST participants

“I am very thankful for the inspiration that the FIRST experience gave me, and for this scholarship that allows me to be at a top institution, headed for a challenging and intriguing career.”

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IV. Sponsor Investment

More than 3,000 leading corporations, foundations, agencies, including Founding Sponsors and Strategic Partners (shown below):

130+ colleges, universities, and corporations provide more than $12 million in scholarship opportunities and host events, including:

IV. Sponsor Investment

FIRST

V. Media: National Broadcast

FIRST Championship, Georgia Dome, Atlanta

VI. Your Help

Get Involved with FIRST

OpportunitiesFinancial support

Equipment/parts

Scholarships

Facilities for teams and events

Mentors, volunteers, consultants

Internships

BenefitsStrengthens reputation and community relations

Builds technological literacy

Pipeline for interns and future employees

Motivating volunteer opportunities for employees

Applied professional development for employees

Parent Meeting

Attendance required Play FIRST promo video Talk about expectations What the kids get out of it. Scholarships, university

recognition, leadership opportunities

Ask for donations and announce any fees

Recruit mentors, food providers, logistics help, etc.

OMSI Showcase Oct 23rd

FIRSTFare – Oct 30th

BunnyBot 2010 Dec 18th

Kickoff Jan 8th

Mentor Involvement Some team’s robots are

entirely student designed and built.

Some team’s mentors and students work side by side.

Some team’s mentors pretty much do it all with students helping where they can.

All mentors should read FIRST Mentoring Guide at www.usfirst.org/uploadedFiles/Community/FRC/Team_Resources/Mentoring%20Guide.pdf

Team Management

Team 1540 Organization Chart

Time Requirement

It will take over 1500 person hrs to make a competitive FRC robot. Data Point: Last year Team 1540’s members logged 2,900 student-

hours over six weeks with 25 members. Teams with mentors doing much of the work MIGHT be less. Team 1540 requires students to log at least 50 hours in the fall and

50 in the build season. Average was 116

Sample Budget

$6,500 Registration for a regional$2,700 Additional materials $500 Practice field components $200 Shipping crate (optional) $100 Robot cart $100 Publicity materials $500 T-shirts & marketing $0 Robot shipment –FedEx? $400 Pre/Post-season events.

Total:$11,000 not including tools and shop fixtures

BunnyBots

Pit Appearance Matters

Pit Appearance Matters

Catlin Gabel Examples

SHS Student Requirements

Be able to commit to the season and work nights and days. Be able to commit 100 hours between now and the end of March

2011. Be passing all classes with “C” or Better Be able to work independently and in small groups. Agree to be able to follow the “Training Rules”. Agree to provide leadership in one or more team task areas. Be a positive representative for Seaside High. Be able to share your work and speak publicly about the teams work. Work in a positive way with mentors. Attend all team meetings and work times. Communicate with Coaches and Team Student Coordinator. Plan on attending the competition in March (During Spring Break)

Tasks to Work On