[Al Skierkiewicz]

Bobby,
The toughest part of being an FLL judge is knowing that the students are going to tire by the afternoon. That produces different reactions in different students, be prepared. You are there to hold it altogether. Be sure that the students get enough liquids and lunch without a lot of sugar. Praise them often, even if things do not appear to be going well. Have them congratulate their competition and remind them to be gracious. Competitions vary across the world so check over your documents prior to your competition. There will be certain rubics on which the team will be judged. Use those as a guide while preparing your students. Make sure you have all the school travel papers filled out and ready.
It is OK to make assignments. I told my students that they had to find one really cool design or idea and report back to me during the day. As with FRC, stay until all the awards have been presented. Cheer for the other teams. Being involved in cheering and applause will make the afternoon fly. Have fun.