The "FIRST" experience?

[JaneYoung]

One of the areas that I've been thinking in has to do with limitations. We are human beings and often, we seem to like an organized approach to problem solving that includes staying within our comfort zone. FRC offers opportunities to move beyond organized approaches such as same old same old, this is the way it is done in other competitions, let's not change the status quo. By offering these opportunities, it moves all those interested in delving into the possibilities outside the comfort zone, therefore, into thinking and problem solving outside of the box.

I'm not sure I can say what FIRST is attempting or what the purpose is or where all of this is going to lead. I do know that the concept of inspiration and recognition of science and technology is more than spin, more than an elevator speech, more than a powerpoint on a screen. Actualizing it by getting educators and programs like 4-H involved is where the rubber meets the road. Bringing the educated skills and innate talents of the mentors on board enables FRC to explore the possibilities and opportunities, applying them in competitions and real world solutions.

Your thread, Cody, shows that you have continued to learn and to explore the possibilities that FIRST has presented to you. That's no small thing. It's good to see your thoughtful posts again.