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Originally Posted by FarmerJohn

I fully support this idea. This is the functional equivalent of starting a school taught by your classmates, and I love it. I'm sure it'll be a lot more enjoyable, you'll build new relationships with peers, and if you have any trouble, just ask the expert who is halfway through the introductory course. I'm sure they'll know how to teach you the material. "Experience" is overrated, especially from adults in a STUDENT program. What matters most is that a fellow student provides the help, regardless of what potential negative outcomes may be.

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Mission
The mission of FIRST is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting Mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.