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399thegeneral
11-02-2012, 19:39
Team 399 is proud to present its 6th Annual RoboProm at the National Championships in St. Louis, MO!
Who: The FIRST 1000 students to RSVP and pay
Where: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, RoboProm Grand Ballroom, 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO
When: Thursday April 26, 2012 from 7:00 - 11:00pm
Price: $17 presale via paypal and $20 in the pits and at the door
Chaperon Mentors and Advisors: Admittance is FREE
Dress: Most people go semi-formal but we always love to see costumes!
Payment by check: Make checks payable to Eagle Robotics Lancaster High School and send them to:
Eagle Robotics, FRC Team 399
Lancaster High School
44701 Eagle Way Lancaster, CA, 93536
We are working on setting up a paypal on our website (http://team399.bmrd.net/roboprom/index.html) so be sure to check back as more information is released.
RSVP: Please send an email with the number of students attending to team399@gmail.com. If you have any questions feel free to ask and I'm sure that myself and fellow Team 399 members will be happy to answer them.
Hope to see you there!!
Oh man! Robo-Prom is always awesome. This is definitely not something to miss.
The students I take always have a great time.
cpeister
17-02-2012, 22:48
RoboProm was alot of fun last year. As an added bonus, the floor deflects with the beat of the music. I guess thats what happens with all kinds of jumping students :P
ratdude747
17-02-2012, 22:48
Question: Do Event volunteers count as advisers?
(I am not officially affiliated with any team this year due to various reasons)
akoscielski3
17-02-2012, 22:51
How long does it take for the tickets to sell out? Has there always been tickets available at the doors in St.Louis? or have they sold out before then?
I'll be sending this to my team! :)
wendymom
18-02-2012, 01:22
Exploding Bacon will be there!!! We can't wait
Fletch1373
18-02-2012, 23:05
Question: Do Event volunteers count as advisers?
(I am not officially affiliated with any team this year due to various reasons)
I'm seconding Larry's question. I've never attended champs with a team, but have gone to Atlanta in 2010, and St. Louis last year, and hope to attend again this year.
Barry Bonzack
19-02-2012, 16:55
Question: Do Event volunteers count as advisers?
(I am not officially affiliated with any team this year due to various reasons)
According to their post last year (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1054798&postcount=38) the intent is to allow chaperones attend for free. If not chaperoning students, they have previously requested for all roboprom goers to pay admission.
LemmingBot
19-02-2012, 23:45
RoboProm > Senior Prom
399thegeneral
22-02-2012, 01:42
How long does it take for the tickets to sell out? Has there always been tickets available at the doors in St.Louis? or have they sold out before then?
I'll be sending this to my team! :)
As the popularity of RoboProm grows it is a bit hard to gauge how fast tickets will sellout. We have always had tickets available at the door and in the pits but I suggest you get your ticket early if you want to guarantee a spot. :)
RoboProm > Senior Prom
:D
toastnbacon
09-03-2012, 15:05
Question: What are the rules on T-shirt suits? They don't like them at the actual prom, so...
And do robots need to pay? :p
CastleBravo
09-03-2012, 19:58
Question: What are the rules on T-shirt suits? They don't like them at the actual prom, so...
A few people from my team (myself included) wore t-shirts last year without a problem. I wasn't planning on going to Roboprom beforehand so I simply didn't have anything better to wear. Most people are wearing something nicer, but you won't be alone if you just wear a t-shirt.
and +1 on your sig... same here :P
cpeister
09-03-2012, 23:03
A few people from my team (myself included) wore t-shirts last year without a problem. I wasn't planning on going to Roboprom beforehand so I simply didn't have anything better to wear. Most people are wearing something nicer, but you won't be alone if you just wear a t-shirt.
and +1 on your sig... same here :P
Last year several people on my team dressed in suits that were far too small/very old and not considered 'fashionable' by today's standards. And nobody had a problem with that :p
399thegeneral
10-03-2012, 00:00
Hey Guys!
Paypal (http://team399.bmrd.net/roboprom/) is ready to go on our website. Get your tickets now so you are guaranteed a spot. :)
Question: What are the rules on T-shirt suits? They don't like them at the actual prom, so...
And do robots need to pay? :p
It's no big deal if you wear a T-shirt. Some people just like to dress up for the dance. My FAVORITE choice of clothing to see is definitely all the costumes :D
Fletch1373
10-03-2012, 06:30
According to their post last year (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1054798&postcount=38) the intent is to allow chaperones attend for free. If not chaperoning students, they have previously requested for all roboprom goers to pay admission.
Can we get an official ruling on this? 399thegeneral? anyone?
Can we get an official ruling on this? 399thegeneral? anyone?
The guidelines are that Mentors and Advisers of a team or students attending RoboProm do not have to pay any admission.
Roboprom was started as a way for some high school students who missed their own senior prom because they attended championships. Roboprom is for all those students who can not afford or feel excluded from a 'regular' high school prom as a way to "have the experience".
Since the hotel is setting some limits on the number of people we would like to make sure that the high school students and teams attending championships have first opportunity for the tickets. HIGH SCHOOL Student Volunteers are welcome to attend and will have to pay admission.
We want to keep RoboProm fun for all and hope that everyone understands the basic guidelines. Private message me if you have some individual questions.
Thank you.
Jimmy Nichols
13-03-2012, 12:20
My team is extremely excited to attend. I'm hoping I will be able to attend as a chaperone just to check it out.
Unfortunately I can't go this year, but feel free to use any of 781's robotics pickup lines.
"You must be an uber tube because I feel twice as good when I'm with you."
"I don't need to inbound basketballs because I'm already a human player."
"It's like you're a bridge and I'm Team 118. I'm hung up on you."
"Can I have the autonomous code to you heart?"
"Forget about the Chairman's award. You're my Engineering Inspiration."
I think we had more, but this is as many as I can remember.
Fletch1373
13-03-2012, 22:48
The guidelines are that Mentors and Advisers of a team or students attending RoboProm do not have to pay any admission.
Roboprom was started as a way for some high school students who missed their own senior prom because they attended championships. Roboprom is for all those students who can not afford or feel excluded from a 'regular' high school prom as a way to "have the experience".
Since the hotel is setting some limits on the number of people we would like to make sure that the high school students and teams attending championships have first opportunity for the tickets. HIGH SCHOOL Student Volunteers are welcome to attend and will have to pay admission.
We want to keep RoboProm fun for all and hope that everyone understands the basic guidelines. Private message me if you have some individual questions.
Thank you.
Thanks for the reply. I was expecting an answer very close to that.
QueenBot
13-03-2012, 23:20
Last year was awesome and my students had an amazing time attending! It seemed that the most outrageous outfit and/or costume was the bell of the ball!
thecrusadergirl
23-03-2012, 09:55
Does anyone just wear prom dresses? I bought a prom dress for my prom here in good old Knightstown, and now I am not able to attend because I will be at St. Louis. I am thinking about just wearing my prom dress, but don't want to be the only one. Thanks :)
P.S. I am suuuuuuuper excited for St. Louis and RoboProm! :ahh:
ratdude747
23-03-2012, 12:09
Does anyone just wear prom dresses? I bought a prom dress for my prom here in good old Knightstown, and now I am not able to attend because I will be at St. Louis. I am thinking about just wearing my prom dress, but don't want to be the only one. Thanks :)
P.S. I am suuuuuuuper excited for St. Louis and RoboProm! :ahh:
Of course you can wear it... your situation is why roboprom was created in the first place. Heck, if things had worked out, i would have worn my Tux to roboprom last year...
thecrusadergirl
23-03-2012, 13:32
I will definitely wear my prom dress, then! I just didn't want to be the only one :p
Jimmy Nichols
23-03-2012, 15:34
I will definitely wear my prom dress, then! I just didn't want to be the only one :p
One of my students is in the same situation, I believe she is wearing hers also.
akoscielski3
01-04-2012, 21:51
Do people usually go with a date? or just go to hangout with all the robotics people?
I will be wearing something that goes perfect with my team colours ;) and will be very obvious to see my legs.. hint hint
torihoelscher
01-04-2012, 21:56
Krunch has to miss their school's prom this year. I want to go to Robo-Prom!! This would be the first time I have gone in the last 4 years. We were not allowed to go the last couple of years. I hope we can go this year! There are only 6 seniors...I really hope they let us go!
399thegeneral
03-04-2012, 00:36
I will definitely wear my prom dress, then! I just didn't want to be the only one :p
Yes wear your prom dress! You wont be the only one, I'll be in a dress myself :)
People have been a bit creative when it comes to RoboProm I've seen a suit (http://team399.shutterfly.com/collage/6386)
completely made of duck tape and even a dress (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/media/photos/36972) made up of tubes. Maybe there's a basketball dress out there :D
399thegeneral
03-04-2012, 00:49
Do people usually go with a date? or just go to hangout with all the robotics people?
I will be wearing something that goes perfect with my team colours ;) and will be very obvious to see my legs.. hint hint
Some people take dates, but most people come to hang out and party :D
399thegeneral
03-04-2012, 00:50
Krunch has to miss their school's prom this year. I want to go to Robo-Prom!! This would be the first time I have gone in the last 4 years. We were not allowed to go the last couple of years. I hope we can go this year! There are only 6 seniors...I really hope they let us go!
I'll be missing my own Prom as well :( , which is why I'm super excited for RoboProm and hope you guys can make it!!
torihoelscher
04-04-2012, 13:40
I'll be missing my own Prom as well :( , which is why I'm super excited for RoboProm and hope you guys can make it!!
It's like really? You know we have championship that weekend.....why did you plan Prom on Friday night!?!?! The school board is Confusing!!!!!!! I hope I can go! We should definitely talk at St Louis!
RoboCat2005
05-04-2012, 00:39
If things come through and work out Team 2969 and our 5 students going to champs will be attending. This will be a surprise from myself and our lead coach. Will be great to support the team that I got my start on, and am a proud alumni member of.
399thegeneral
05-04-2012, 01:23
If things come through and work out Team 2969 and our 5 students going to champs will be attending. This will be a surprise from myself and our lead coach. Will be great to support the team that I got my start on, and am a proud alumni member of.
Good luck in Lone Star!! We'll be rooting for you!
Redstone
12-04-2012, 22:36
This is awesome because our school is having our prom on the same date as nationals
hammerhead_399
12-04-2012, 23:14
Be sure to get your tickets before the price jumps up to $20 per person! We are getting closer and closer to Championships!
Reminder: PayPal link is on the RoboProm tab at team399.org!
Just so everyone is aware, the schedule has changed for Championship matches Thursday in a way that's going to make it hard for scouts, pit crews and drive teams to spend as much time as they might like at RoboProm :(
Greetings Championship Teams:
To accommodate all FRC Championship teams, we are making an extension to our Thursday Qualification Matches.
Qualification Matches will begin at 1:00 pm and will run until 8:15 pm on Thursday, April 26th, with a dinner break from 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm. The FRC Pits will be open from 7:00 am to 8:30 pm on this date.
Please monitor our 2012 Championship planning page: http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/championship-event and Championship email blasts for important updates as Championship approaches.
Go 2012 Championship Teams!
Do you guys need any more chaperones? I wouldn't mind going.
Thanks!
Banderoonies
13-04-2012, 19:45
Hi, can you confirm if any plans are changing for Robo prom due to the schedule switch?
The entire Team 195 planned on attending and we are wondering how we should change plans
EnTech281
13-04-2012, 20:19
"You must be an uber tube because I feel twice as good when I'm with you."
"I don't need to inbound basketballs because I'm already a human player."
"It's like you're a bridge and I'm Team 118. I'm hung up on you."
"Can I have the autonomous code to you heart?"
"Forget about the Chairman's award. You're my Engineering Inspiration."
That is the greatest thing I've ever heard. My team was having a pickup line contest in North Carolina and those are awesome. I plan on using all of them.
hammerhead_399
13-04-2012, 21:09
Hi, can you confirm if any plans are changing for Robo prom due to the schedule switch?
The entire Team 195 planned on attending and we are wondering how we should change plans
We are aware of the changes. We are discussing changing the times, but nothing is final yet.
We will make sure to let you know soon :]
Cpereira399
13-04-2012, 21:31
Remember to buy your roboprom tickets. Its around the corner and it will be REALLY FUN!!!:D
That 281 Guy
13-04-2012, 21:56
That is the greatest thing I've ever heard. My team was having a pickup line contest in North Carolina and those are awesome. I plan on using all of them.
I call the second and the last one! You can definitely count on 281 being at RoboProm this year. We always have a great time there. And if anyone is using lame, nerdy pickup lines in the pits, just assume it's one of us :)
EnTech281
14-04-2012, 19:41
Fine but I get the last one it is my favorite
peteranthony11
16-04-2012, 12:51
so who will be providing the music. It better be better than last year and at least play music straight and not stop after every song.
wendymom
16-04-2012, 13:19
Any chance of moving the end of the dance till midnight. We are thinking that by the time we get done, changed and to the dance there will only be an hour left. Or changing the dress code so we can come straight from the pits?
hammerhead_399
16-04-2012, 17:47
Any chance of moving the end of the dance till midnight. We are thinking that by the time we get done, changed and to the dance there will only be an hour left. Or changing the dress code so we can come straight from the pits?
It is likely we are extending the dance time to midnight, but nothing is final just yet.
Concerning the dress code: If going in your everyday clothes means you get an extra hour at the dance, no one will stop you at the door :) Jeans and a t-shirt is fine!
richardyun
16-04-2012, 20:23
Last year several people on my team dressed in suits that were far too small/very old and not considered 'fashionable' by today's standards. And nobody had a problem with that :p
Hey those were MY suits! What do you mean they weren't considered fashionable!?
399thegeneral
17-04-2012, 01:06
Hey Guys!
After working things out with the DJ and venue, we are happy to announce that the new scheduled time for RoboProm is 8:00 pm - 12:00 am.
We hope that pushing the event back an hour allows most teams to finish up with their matches.
Hey Guys!
After working things out with the DJ and venue, we are happy to announce that the new scheduled time for RoboProm is 8:00 pm - 12:00 am.
We hope that pushing the event back an hour allows most teams to finish up with their matches.
Hooray! Not that any of my teams will be there, but I'm glad you did this- so teams that are competing won't have to miss the fun! Thank you.
See you all there! :)
Nawaid Ladak
17-04-2012, 16:01
I saw this a couple days ago, Maybe a few guys may find this handy when prepping for RoboProm
http://www.gq.com/style/style-manual/201204/suits-guide-tailoring-fit#slide=1
nsrouji95
17-04-2012, 19:17
Hopefully some of my teammates and I will be there! I haven't gone to roboprom before, but it seems like fun :D
Is there a ticket limit for roboprom, and if so, how many more tickets are left?
hammerhead_399
18-04-2012, 01:14
Is there a ticket limit for roboprom, and if so, how many more tickets are left?
There IS a ticket limit! We are selling no more than 1000 tickets to RoboProm. There are about 600 tickets left, so be smart and buy before St. Louis.
Last year, we sold about 900 tickets in the pits... Take that as a warning as to how fast these will be sold. Buying ahead will be worth it.
I hope we can see you there :]
Several Members of Team 2085 will be in attendance. We are looking forward to it greatly. :D
Can't wait! I will be there covering for Let's Talk FIRST! (http://www.facebook.com/letstalkfirst), as well as for something pretty special that I'm working on with 399! See you soon!
JaneYoung
19-04-2012, 14:16
I have to buy my ticket!
Jane Doll and I are planning on stopping by for a little while. We'll see you there.
Jane
MissInformation
19-04-2012, 17:47
Some of 116's students are buying tickets but they cannot go without a chaperone so I volunteered to go as their chaperone. Since chaperones get in free, do we have to do anything or notify anyone or just show up?
Heidi
wendymom
19-04-2012, 19:02
Exploding Bacon will be there in full force!! Very Excited
Akash Rastogi
19-04-2012, 20:24
Team 3929 will also be helping Jackie and 399 sell some souvenirs to take home from RoboProm!
Hope you all will like them and be sure to bring some extra cash to spend :P
So... who will be wearing THIS suit? :)
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ls77kt9idy1qhdlwvo1_500.jpg
Just might be too much craziness in it to CTRL... although I'm sure you'll have to start with an ALTered suit.
:O sorry. had. too :D
399thegeneral
19-04-2012, 22:30
Some of 116's students are buying tickets but they cannot go without a chaperone so I volunteered to go as their chaperone. Since chaperones get in free, do we have to do anything or notify anyone or just show up?
Heidi
Just let us know at the door that you're there to chaperon and we'll let you in :)
399thegeneral
20-04-2012, 01:26
Just a couple announcements...
We have sold 535 tickets so far so that means only 465 left and we aren't even in St Louis yet :ahh:
We will be closing down the Paypal (https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_flow&SESSION=8-4ieIXUv4_TrgWfK2AkIBm6AqHbC-ZxDw0wMa2EzFqJ6CfdJVIdqHQRtGG&dispatch=50a222a57771920b6a3d7b606239e4d529b525e0b 7e69bf0224adecfb0124e9b61f737ba21b081989d37bd8af37 ad9708d2162cdad4a70df) on Tuesday, April 24th.
As Akash mentioned earlier Team 3929 the Atomic Dragons will have some of these adorable guys (http://www.atomicrobotics.com/2012/01/atomic-dragons-ar-selling-robot-necklaces-raise-money/) all decked out for RoboProm available for purchase.
And last but not least, we will be continuing the age old tradition of crowning Prom King and Queen, with a robotics twist of course ;)
And now a word from the most interesting driver in the world:
skistunts1
20-04-2012, 02:01
Once we buy our ticket online is there something that we need to bring with us to get in the door? I payed for mine already but I dont see anything that looks like a ticket anywhere.
399thegeneral
20-04-2012, 02:04
Once we buy our ticket online is there something that we need to bring with us to get in the door? I payed for mine already but I dont see anything that looks like a ticket anywhere.
Bring your receipt with you to our pit on Thursday and we'll be giving you a wristband for each ticket purchased.
LilsisdeRosie
20-04-2012, 11:34
A few people from my team (myself included) wore t-shirts last year without a problem. I wasn't planning on going to Roboprom beforehand so I simply didn't have anything better to wear. Most people are wearing something nicer, but you won't be alone if you just wear a t-shirt.
and +1 on your sig... same here :P
My team was talking about that. The girls (the 8 of us) are dressing up but some of the guys are planning on wearing Tshirt suits with bowties.
LilsisdeRosie
20-04-2012, 12:04
Does anyone just wear prom dresses? I bought a prom dress for my prom here in good old Knightstown, and now I am not able to attend because I will be at St. Louis. I am thinking about just wearing my prom dress, but don't want to be the only one. Thanks :)
P.S. I am suuuuuuuper excited for St. Louis and RoboProm! :ahh:
Im wearing a semi formal dress and i know girls on my team are wearing there prom dresses
LilsisdeRosie
20-04-2012, 12:12
I call the second and the last one! You can definitely count on 281 being at RoboProm this year. We always have a great time there. And if anyone is using lame, nerdy pickup lines in the pits, just assume it's one of us :)
Okay, since im in the pits all day if someone says a nerdy pick up line im telling you im gonna laugh or turn bright red and then say nice try hhaha
delsaner
20-04-2012, 12:19
I really wish I was able to go, unfortunately I have classes and work all during Championship. I have always wanted to go throughout my high-school years. My personal preference of attire is the tuxedo t-shirt, so classy.
I would like to wish everyone who is going a happy RoboProm!! I have no doubt that you will all have fun!!
And if anyone is using lame, nerdy pickup lines in the pits, just assume it's one of us :)
The best kinds of pick up lines, hahaha.
I really wish I was able to go, unfortunately I have classes and work all during Championship. I have always wanted to go throughout my high-school years. My personal preference of attire is the tuxedo t-shirt, so classy.
I would like to wish everyone who is going a happy RoboProm!! I have no doubt that you will all have fun!!
We'll have fun for you, Eric ;).
This is the first time that 1676 will be going to Roboprom! We're having 4 kids (plus one mentor) attend, and are so excited!
P.S. Eric, can I borrow your tuxedo t-shirt? :rolleyes:
Whateveryousay
20-04-2012, 13:25
Team 1683 TechnoTitans will be there! Im excited for it
That 281 Guy
21-04-2012, 10:31
Okay, since im in the pits all day if someone says a nerdy pick up line im telling you im gonna laugh or turn bright red and then say nice try hhaha
Ha Ha. Actually I probably won't be using any pickup lines. If I want a RoboProm date I can always go to Pit Admin!
And it's official now, 281 is going to RoboProm. We will be leaving as soon as the matches end. We are also changing during the dinner break, so we will be all dressed up when we compete in our last match of the day. It should be a lot of fun.
LilsisdeRosie
21-04-2012, 13:21
Ha Ha. Actually I probably won't be using any pickup lines. If I want a RoboProm date I can always go to Pit Admin!
And it's official now, 281 is going to RoboProm. We will be leaving as soon as the matches end. We are also changing during the dinner break, so we will be all dressed up when we compete in our last match of the day. It should be a lot of fun.
Ha. Ha. Okay 839 is going some are dressing up some arent. The 8 girls are. Im only wearing a semi formal dress because our COO is my roommate and is making me look as she says "pretty".... Yippee haha
wendymom
21-04-2012, 15:05
We are also changing during the dinner break, so we will be all dressed up when we compete in our last match of the day.
Thats a great idea!!! I will share that with our kids
wendymom
23-04-2012, 22:06
Our tickets are officially purchased! 15 Exploding Bacon students coming to Roboprom (and about 6 adults)
Wish we were attending nationals this year. Best of luck to all the teams:)
-JV(2073)
Horsegirrl
24-04-2012, 11:32
Not going to lie, the only thing i have packed so far is my robo prom dress.... i better get on that seeing that i leave tomorrow.
Years ago I remember girls driving in prom dresses with signs on their back saying "we are missing prom for this".
I can't wait to see roboprom this year.
399thegeneral
24-04-2012, 23:15
The Paypal pre-sale will be closing tonight.
Just a reminder for those that have already purchased tickets, be sure to bring your receipt to our pit on Thursday to pick up your tickets. We are in the Galileo division located across from Pit Admin, near Inspection. I have included the map of the pits, we are at the bright orange and purple arrow.
As of this morning we have sold 762 tickets so we will have a little less than 240 available for purchase in the pits on Thursday.
We've also gotten a few questions about parking. The Hyatt will have valet parking available at the hotel and there is a parking garage close by across the street. More details are found here (http://www.stlouisarch.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-stlouisarch/services/parking/index.jsp).
Bethany Mc.
25-04-2012, 08:23
Have lots of fun everyone! Unfortunately, I will not be going to championship this year which means I can't go to roboprom, silly school putting finals this week. This is a great event every year keep up the good work!
LilsisdeRosie
25-04-2012, 17:30
Heyy exploding bacon! I just saw u in the lobby
Are there still tickets left? I REALLY want to go!!! :)
logicbomb
29-04-2012, 21:06
how early would you say we should get tickets when do you start selling for the next year?
Roboprom was so much fun. Everyone looked so beautiful.. I loved the costumes, especially the banana. I had to go back to my room to get something, and coming back to the 4th floor, just the lobby, it smelled soooo bad. It was hilarious. All the fist pumping and jumping.. The lady at the front desk told me that people were calling down because they thought there was an earthquake.
I actually have a complaint/concern..
My good friend has tendinitis. She's fine, she wears a band to keep her tenant in place and was allowed to go to championships and roboprom. She was a finalist for "Prom Queen." When the DJ announced that he was going to take the finalists on to the stage, the entire crowd stampeded forward. She and three other girls were not only knocked over, but were also stampeded on. She was in a wheel chair for the rest of championships.
Sorry to have to do this, I just wanted to bring it to your attention and hope for something better next year. Besides that, definitely a highlight of championships. I have so many pictures and memories. :)
MrTechCenter
30-04-2012, 00:24
Roboprom was so much fun. Everyone looked so beautiful.. I loved the costumes, especially the banana. I had to go back to my room to get something, and coming back to the 4th floor, just the lobby, it smelled soooo bad. It was hilarious. All the fist pumping and jumping.. The lady at the front desk told me that people were calling down because they thought there was an earthquake.
I actually have a complaint/concern..
My good friend has tendinitis. She's fine, she wears a band to keep her tenant in place and was allowed to go to championships and roboprom. She was a finalist for "Prom Queen." When the DJ announced that he was going to take the finalists on to the stage, the entire crowd stampeded forward. She and three other girls were not only knocked over, but were also stampeded on. She was in a wheel chair for the rest of championships.
Sorry to have to do this, I just wanted to bring it to your attention and hope for something better next year. Besides that, definitely a highlight of championships. I have so many pictures and memories. :)
How was it? Like what all happened that made it so fun? Our team didn't attend Champs and I really want to know all about everything that happened so that next time we go to Champs I'll be ready with my Roboprom date :D and you know, so we can emulate it at our party coming up. Hope to see you there! And tell your friend that 2073 extends our upmost sympathy for what happened to her :(
Roboprom was so much fun. Everyone looked so beautiful.. I loved the costumes, especially the banana. I had to go back to my room to get something, and coming back to the 4th floor, just the lobby, it smelled soooo bad. It was hilarious. All the fist pumping and jumping.. The lady at the front desk told me that people were calling down because they thought there was an earthquake.
I actually have a complaint/concern..
My good friend has tendinitis. She's fine, she wears a band to keep her tenant in place and was allowed to go to championships and roboprom. She was a finalist for "Prom Queen." When the DJ announced that he was going to take the finalists on to the stage, the entire crowd stampeded forward. She and three other girls were not only knocked over, but were also stampeded on. She was in a wheel chair for the rest of championships.
Sorry to have to do this, I just wanted to bring it to your attention and hope for something better next year. Besides that, definitely a highlight of championships. I have so many pictures and memories. :)
We are so sorry for what happened to your good friend. We make every effort to make the event safe and fun. Thank you very much for bringing this to our attention, we will put this into our lessons learned file and continue to improve the event. Our team has a lot of fun putting on RoboProm and hope to see you again next year.
Thank you again.
JaneYoung
05-05-2012, 11:18
So...
where were the chaperones when this happened?
It might be wise to ask for Crowd Control next year if there is a stampede and there are no adults able to maintain control of it.
Wow, just wow.
Jane
meganjanetta
23-03-2013, 22:12
Will this event be happening this year?
399thegeneral
25-03-2013, 02:58
Will this event be happening this year?
Yes! It will be at the same location, more details can be found in this year's RoboProm thread (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=115377).
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