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Originally Posted by Citrus Dad
Reading this article, it strikes me that we need to work on social education for both boys and girls on FIRST teams. I think the social chemistry is probably unique on these teams and needs a more specific understanding of context than the general approaches that that seem to be offered.
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Excellent article. FIRST has the unique aspect of being a truly co-ed sport where boys and girls competed together. I think it puts extra pressure on the mentors to help foster an even playing field. Ive been blessed to have a few strong young women who help 1) blunt the stereotypes by taking (not being given) leadership positions and 2) mentoring and pulling in more young women. This has led to an explosion of underclass girls, 25 out of 60 students. It opens up a new stress for our mentors... Dating. Ugh