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  • What is the FIRST® Youth Protection Program (YPP)?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    The purpose of the FIRST® Youth Protection Program (FIRST® YPP) is to provide Coaches, Mentors, Volunteers, employees, others working in FIRST® programs, team members, parents, and guardians of team members…
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    Who can mentor a FIRST® Robotics Competition team?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    Mentors are individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines who work with students to share their knowledge and guide them through the season. Many Mentors contribute on a weekly basis during…
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    Who can start a FIRST® Robotics Competition team?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    Anyone with an interest in changing lives through STEM can start a team – educators, parents, anyone with the time and motivation. Most teams in Washington are school-based. Others are…
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    What is the cost of a FIRST® Robotics Competition team?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    The cost can vary from team to team and region to region depending on what level of participation the team chooses. Here are some basic cost parameters: – There are…
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    What is the FIRST® Robotics Competition Challenge?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    FIRST® Robotics Competition brought to you by FIRST® Washington, is designed for youths ages 14-18 and grades 9-12. Often referred to as a Sport for the Mind, FIRST® Robotics Competition…
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    How are teams judged at competitions and what awards are there for FIRST® Robotics Competition teams?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    FIRST® Robotics Competition teams are judged for awards based upon team attributes and creativity, innovation, and their machines. Judges decide who gets awards through interactions they have with teams, as…
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    What is the size of a FIRST® Robotics Competition team?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    A FIRST® Robotics Competition team has 10 or more high school-aged students who are willing to put in the time after school (and some weekends) to do any job the…
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    How can I find an FIRST® Robotics Competition team to join?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    Washington State has around 100 FIRST® Robotics Competition teams each year. Within Washington, many FIRST® Robotics Competitions teams are formed through schools, so the first place to look for opportunities…
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    What is the time commitment for FIRST® Robotics Competition coaches, volunteers, and team members?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    In general, as a coach, volunteer, or team member you should be meeting with your team at least several times per week during the build and competition season (January –…
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    How do I register my team for FIRST® Robotics Competition?

    Published: 9/09/2019

    You begin the two-level registration process with national FIRST® registration. When you complete the short process (around 20 minutes) and pay your registration fee, you will receive: – An official…
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