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[meaubry]

Both of you make good points. It's interesting how diverse everyones opinion is on so many topics. This topic has always been one that FIRST has carefully made sure not to be too definitive on. Over the years its always been a mystery as to what the magic formula was that caught the judges eye - interesting that anyone could be so sure what the true criteria is under FIRST veil of secrecy. I've been doing this for 7 years, been part of a Chairman's Award winning team and 2 other nominated - been an integral part each and every year in our approach and submission. I can't figure this out - some years I think we have submitted and outstanding submission and we don't get nominated - other years its jusy an alright submission and we do get nominated - go figure. I'm just proud of our accomplishments as a team and win or lose - it really doesn't matter. This year I noticed the words "spirit of FIRST" as part of the description of the Chairman's Award - that indicated to me a little different criteria, because in the past I am sure the emphasis was on "the partnership". I do agree that partnership can mean many different things, even more that the relationaship between the sponsoring company and the school. Thanks for your input, I appreciate your answers.