[gail]

The choice to highlight robotics was Newsweek's idea. The photographer was sent with explicit instructions to photograph the robotics team. The better half of the day was spent shooting us.

We had an absolute blast educating the photographer and her assistant on FIRST. They were completely enamored with the program the minute they saw the robot and even more so by the end of the day. She even remarked that she would love to have had the chance to participate in a program like this when she was in high school.

I was a bit disappointed Newsweek didn't mention the word "FIRST" in the caption. But nonetheless, I am in agreement this was a superb way to get the word out to schools, parents and students everywhere.

I was even more thrilled that our sponsors, who give so much to us year in and year out, finally had their day in the sun!