[Liz C]

With all the time you have put into robotics already, I don't think you will loose respect. Your hearts definitly into robotics, and it will still show. When I had to get a job on weekends (when we get a lot of stuff done), i was a bit sketchy with what would happen too, but I still just try to come as much as I can. Manage your time well, and just be sure not to be expected two places at once...you obviously have the job for a reason, and it is not just some vain endeavor that you are putting time into to take away from robotics. My advice to you would be to invest in a good planner, notify your employer far in advance when you have to take off for any robotics events (let them know that it is a school event too, that helps sometimes) and enjoy the rest of build season. Good luck!