[DonRotolo]

Who builds robots/where?
Kids, in the tech classroom and in the former auto shop (about 900 sq ft, ours for the whole winter, a corner for the summer for storage). On rare occasions an adult will fabricate something - for example, adults only on the table saw. Sometimes something needs to be made elsewhere, we don't have whatever machine it takes.
Do you have dedicated space/machine shop?
Yes, but not a machine shop. We have drills, saws, a sander and a lathe. Lots of hand tools.
Do you rely on corp. sponsors to build?
No. Well, one sponsor has a CNC machine that made some plates for ue with a lot of holes in it. Designed by kids on CAD, made by sponsor, errors and all. Just saved us time versus a drill press, honestly.
Who manages the team/students?
Teachers and students, depends on what aspect of management. Logistics and purchasing, teachers.
How involved is your school?
Extremely, they see the educational value we offer. We get space, money mentors and other support from them. Partly because we insist robot students get good grades and complete all assignments even if traveling.
How involved are your students parents?
Extremely - not so much building, but we get dinner every night and have a strong parent organization.
What is your teams operating budget?
Excluding travel (which most students must pay on their own) about $20k
How do you get compensated, besides the obvious joy of watching your students grow? Non-teacher mentors: Free food, water, and a nice picnic in June. Teachers: A stipend much like a club mentor.
What is your typical build season schedule?
3:30-9 M-F, 9-5 Saturday, all 6 weeks. Some Sundays if necessary near the end.