How has the experiences in FIRST change your life?

[Briansmithtown]

It has changed my life in such a positive way, especially this year. When i joined in 7h grade (our team lets middle schoolers on so we can teach them what tools do what, but we don't allow them to use heavy machines until they are in high school, since we don't have a school FLL team) I had little to no friends... the through out the years I have done this program (I'm in 12th now) It has boosted my self-esteem and made me friends in our team and in school. This year, we did a lot of public speaking. At first I was ,of course, nervous. But a few public speaking events, I could speak in front of everyone. We did some speeches in front of 200+ people, presented awards at FLL events, etc. I have also met wonderful people who came to help mentor the team. We've had a new machinist come in and help the kids on our milling machine, lathe and bandsaw. I also learned how to deal with hardship, and experienced the leaving of the mentor who was with the team since the start. I also have met people who will be very successful in life, and who are going places.

So please tell me, what have your experiences be.

P.S. No matter what happens a build season, you will always have memories.