I realize this thread is more about the mechanics of the CA submission, and having been "out of the loop" in terms of writing and submitting the award the past two years (which includes the addition of the video component), I'm not the best source. But in terms of spirit, I'm going to echo Jesse.
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Originally Posted by JesseK
Please do not just go through the motions with CA. I know a regional judge who's seen her fair share of teams who just go through the motions because they have to in order to attain the NASA grant. Actually try to expand your program, reach out to the community, and inspire your kids to do things beyond the robotics season.
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The Chairman's Award is a means to an end. It is there to encourage the qualities that are the core of FIRST. Regardless of your motive for submitting it, even if it's just for the NASA grant, truly believing in and utilizing these values is what really matters. Simply put, if you're submitting just to win/renew your grant, you're doing it for all the wrong reasons.