Out to New England FIRST Robotics Competition teams...
Week of February 1, 2016 |
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Practice Field Elements & Useful Information
Last week, we asked you all to mention if you would be willing to share field elements or practice space with other teams. Additionally, we asked for information that would be beneficial to other teams. We compiled the results here. If your team is not on the list but would be willing to let other teams use your field elements or practice space, please email Steve Cremer at scremer@nefirst.org. This document will be updated with new entries throughout the season. Thank you to all of the teams that have stepped up to offer resources to others!
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National Robotics Week
National Robotics Week 2016 will take place on Saturday, April 2 through Sunday, April 10. The purpose of National Robotics Week is to:
- Celebrate the US as a leader in robotics technology development
- Educate the public about how robotics technology impacts society, both now and in the future
- Advocate for increased funding for robotics technology research and development
- Inspire students of all ages to pursue careers in robotics and other Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math-related fields
To see what events are being held in your area or to post one of your own events, visit the National Robotics Week website.
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Vote for a Video about FIRST!
FedEx, a Strategic Partner and proud Sponsor of FIRST, has submitted a video about FIRST into the Boston College Film Festival at the Corporate Citizenship Conference. Jason Baker and Traci Stubblefield from FedEx will be presenting the importance of the FIRST mission to the world during the conference. Please watch the video and cast your vote here (FedEx is in the large company category). Voting is open through Monday, Feb. 15.
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WPI Student Survey of FRC Teams
Two WPI students, Francisco Sanchez and Travis Simoneau, are surveying FRC teams as part of their studies. They are examining the composition of veteran FRC Teams in relation to quantitative team data. In order to obtain information for this study, they are trying to reach veteran FRC team 5 years old or older. The survey will be used to attempt to understand what traits contribute to overall team success, based on longevity of teams, team competition success, and other factors. Your participation may help them find traits that correlate with success, which could support new FRC teams in developing into sustaining, successful teams.
Please help their study be successful by participating! The survey will take between 15 and 30 minutes to complete. Click here to take the survey.
Questions about the survey may be directed right to Francisco ( fmsanchez@WPI.EDU) and Travis ( tjsimoneau@WPI.EDU).
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2016 FIRST Championship National Anthem Contest
Are you a FIRST team member with musical talent and dreams of singing in front of a live audience? How about a live audience of 35,000 or more? Enter to win a chance to perform the U.S. National Anthem live and in person at this year's FIRST Championship Welcome Ceremony in St. Louis, Missouri! Details can be found on the contest page.
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Waterbury District Event Volunteers Needed
The Waterbury District Event is looking for volunteers specifically for Crowd Control, Practice Field Attendant and a few other positions. Interested volunteers should sign up in VIMS.
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FIRST Championship Conferences Request for Proposals
FIRST is accepting presentation proposals for the thirteenth annual FIRST Championship Conferences. Presentations can be on topics of interest to Teams, Coaches, Mentors, Students, and prospective leaders of any FIRST program. If you are interested in submitting a proposal for a presentation in St. Louis, please submit your idea by filling out a short application on or before Friday, March 4, 2016. More information about the process, topics, and conference can be found here.
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Transportation for FIRST Championship
NE FIRST plans to once again get 4 buses for St. Louis as an option for late-qualifying teams. Teams can and should make their own arrangements, but we will have some capacity available for teams looking for transportation. More details will be posted later in the season.
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Upcoming Important Dates
Entrepreneurship Award Submission Due
Thursday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m.
Dean's List Award Submission Due
Thursday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m.
Award must be submitted through TIMS by a team mentor not related to the nominee. Check the Administrative Manual for more information.
Media and Technology Innovation Award Submission Due
Monday, Feb. 29, midnight
Please check the FIRST Calendar for a complete list of important dates.
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Upcoming Events
Week Zero
Saturday, Feb. 20
Merrimack High School
38 McElwain St, Merrimack, NH 03054
Teams can sign up for the waitlist here.
Suffield Shakedown
Saturday, Feb. 20
Suffield High School
1060 Sheldon St, West Suffield, CT 06093
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