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Originally Posted by MamaSpoldi
I agree that the role of a mentor includes reviewing and making suggestions for improvements for award submissions, just like they would in relation to building the robot or writing software. But a mentor that is suggesting that breaking the rules (by reporting incorrect information... or by working outside the build season) is OK because the kids are still "inspired" is seriously confused. I don't think that word means what you think that word means. Receiving accolades for cheating is not inspirational... it is sad and disappointing. It is also NOT Gracioius Professionalism.
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Totally agree.
If a mentor suggest breaking rules is acceptable, they are not promoting the values of FIRST, nor are they setting a common-sense "good example" for our next generation of bright young minds.
I think a lot of adults are decently rational people. I honestly believe the exact scenario of a "mentor that is suggesting breaking the rules is OK because the kids are inspired" is not a common one.
Your opinion may vary.
I just know too many decent-to-outright-incredible adults in FRC to believe that blatant cheating is an even semi-common occurrence in this program.
-Mike