Thread: A Request for transparency from FIRST
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Unread 06-04-2010, 14:44
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Re: A Request for transparency from FIRST
When something is handled poorly, it is handled poorly.
There are no excuses that are good enough and the results are not an accurate assessment because of the mishandled process.

I'm delighted that teams carved out the time to write and submit essays acknowledging the strength of character, commitment, integrity, and true grit of the students that were selected on their team and, in a way, are representatives of their team's character. I'm thrilled that the Finalists will compete at the Championship level and will have created another beautiful page in the history of FRC. It is wonderful and FRC, as a community, is celebrating this long overdue honor, the Dean's List Award.

But, when something is handled poorly, it is handled poorly and creates unbelievable and unnecessary stress on those who must weigh the consequences of the decision whether to participate or to ignore this wonderful and prestigious moment in the history of FRC.

Next year, we will be able to savor the true depth of the meaning of this award when it is announced in a timely fashion.

Jane
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