[RayTurner1126]

1126 does use an application process, although people are rarely ever cut. we have trouble finding an abundance of members usually. Last year we were fairly large for us, which was about 34 students, but i expect we will grow this year. the applications aren't very vigorous, mostly your typical grades, etc. and contact info, what subteam you're interested in. there is also an interview for new students where they ask you some questions about FIRST to see what you know aready and such, and why you wanted to join, leadership experience, etc. if cuts do have to happen, the priority grade level picking goes: sophomore, freshman, junior, senior

as for who goes to competitions, you have to have a certain number of hours during the build season (i think 150ish, but i forgot the exact number) to go to the travel ones. to go to FLR which is very close, you just have to be academically eligible according to the school standards (basically, you can't be failing classes) and that's about it.

as for drives team, they pick who is best at the given positions, but you have to have above a 75 in each class to be considered because they want to make sure you'll definitely be academically eligible for competitions.

i personally wish our team would be more selective. i think other people probably have had experiences that would incline them to say the same too. it's just a bit frustrating when some of the kids don't have the dedication they should to be on the team.