The FRC robotics experience introduces students to many skills neglected or outright disposed of at the public high school, especially in California. The two links below are an essay and notes on the role of accomplishment achieved by students on FRC teams:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/211432694/...bs-Chapter-Six
http://www.scribd.com/doc/211432692/...pter-Six-Notes
I would appreciate corrections in areas where I've erred in describing the details.
And everyone have a great competition season!