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Re: First Class?

I am assuming that you are talking about a class that manufactures a robot, and works on other award entries to compete in FIRST. With that said, our School District - with the inspiration of Cybersonics, has implemented many courses that reflect FIRST competitions, but at a much smaller scale. Students design "mini-robots" that compete in a game formulated by the instructor. AutoCad classes have also been established. Team members are not required to join these classes nor are special grades/extra credit given to members that do.

As for "in-school" building classes:

1. It would most likely be too complicated to fit in everyone's schedule, especially with a large team or a small school.
2. The course would probably have to be open to the entire student body - meaning that students not on the team could enroll. Unless special recommendation requirements are installed.
3. Most students may wish to take advantage of classes that reflect their interests while they are in school, and save the building for after school.

There's a lot of items to consider. In the end, it may be possible to construct a course for FIRST participants where the building of the robot takes place. However, complications may emerge when it comes time to scheduling - does the majority of students on the team want to take the class? Are all members able to fit it in their schedules?

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