Liberty High School’s FIRST Robotics Club

Team 4131: The Botty Builders

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The Vision and Mission of FRC

The Vision:

"To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming science and technology leaders." Dean Kamen, Founder

The Mission:

To inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

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FIRST at a Glance FIRST  

Founded 1989 Headquartered in Manchester, NH 501(c)(3) public charity

Leadership  Dean Kamen, Founder Sheri S. McCoy and Robert M. Tuttle, Co-Chairs Don Bossi, President

Supporters More than 130,000 Volunteers make FIRST happen  FIRST is supported by a network of more than 3,500 Sponsors, including corporations,

educational and professional institutions, and individuals  Overall Reach - All Programs Combined (projected for the 2013/14 season) 

350,000+ students 32,650 teams 28,000+ robots 64,000+ Mentors/adult supporters 66,000+ other Volunteers (e.g. events Volunteers, Operational and Affiliate Partners)

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What is the FRC competition?

2014 FIRST Robotics Competition 2,850 teams 71,250 high-school students (Grades 9-12) 54 Regional Events; 4 Qualifying Championships; 36

Qualifying Competitions FIRST Robotics Competition Championship at

the FIRST Championship in St. Louis, MO, April 23-26, 2014 Robots are built in 6 weeks from a common kit of parts

provided by FIRST, and typically weigh up to 150 lbs. Check out the website

http://www.usfirst.org/aboutus/vision

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This is our team!

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Previous Competitions

Our team has participated in two fun-filled FRC competitions!

2012 2013

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Rebound Rumble 2012 Seattle

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Ultimate Ascent: 2013 Spokane

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Why we need sponsors!

Our calculated budget for the 2014 year is over 20,000 dollars

We have to pay for the cost of entry fees, tools, transportation and travel costs for competition!

Every little donation helps whether it is in the form of mentorship, money, or tools and equipment!

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Thank you for taking time to consider supporting our team!