Dear Students

[Taylor]

So today I was talking with a fellow adult from another state, and we came upon the discussion about how our students are stressing themselves with their off-season projects for not only our team, but for other teams as well, not to mention the trials and tribulations that come with being a high school student. Classes, sports, academic clubs, church, scholarships, college visits - you guys have a lot on your plates. I then realized how much students do for, not only our team, but every single team in FIRST - how much collaboration there is between students from separate teams, states, even countries. Students can never recieve enough thanks from us mentors, because without them we would not be amazed and inspired by their achievements and potential, and we would not have access to the wonderful world of FIRST. There is no question that my involvement as an FRC coach has changed my outlook on life, and molded me as a teacher, friend, husband, and father.

So to speak for all FIRST mentors, who couldn't be involved if it weren't for all you students; Thank You, you guys rock.