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Re: Help Getting Robotics to become a Varsity Sport

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Originally Posted by vmuralidharan View Post
Hi I am from Team 2036, and we are trying to get Robotics to become a Varsity Sport at our school and from CHSAA (Colorado High School Activities Association).

We are looking for tips and suggestions from other teams which have succeeded in making Robotics an official varsity activity in their school district and state. I know that in other states and school districts, participating on the Robotics team is the equivalent of participating on the Varsity Football team.

I believe this is important, and will help all Colorado teams (and not just ourselves) make Robotics a more integral part of the education system.
This is also on our, Team 842, Action Plan. We were successful last year in having the district pay "coaching pay" for any robotics coach is our school district for this school year and future years. That's a step in the right direction. We have spoken with the District Superintendent about Varsity letters, as well as providing funds for robotics teams similar to other "sports." He is and has been very receptive. Keep pressing the issue and please keep all of FIRST aware of what you are doing. We will do like wise.