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[Insert Organization Name]�Parent Meeting

  • This is just a template.
  • You’ll want to change fonts, sizes, colors, backgrounds and add images/information relevant to your program.

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What Robotics is NOT

  • Lego Club
  • Battle Bots
  • After-school hang out
  • Easy

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So, what is robotics then?

  • A team sport for the mind
  • A program that teaches STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
  • A fun way to learn teamwork skills, programming skills, and engineering skills
  • An opportunity for kids to explore realistic future careers
  • It’s the only sport where 100% of its participants can go pro

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Robotics Expectations

  • Students are expected to follow [Insert Team Name] school and team rules.
  • If a student is failing a course or has repeated discipline issues during school, they will be asked to leave.
  • Misbehavior during practice time will not be tolerated and students will be asked to leave if needed.
  • All students will learn how to drive but may not get equal driving time in competitions.
  • All team members and at least one family member are required to be at all competitions.

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2026-2027 Level Up�(Linked to YouTube)

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Practice Schedule

Insert practice dates/locations here.

Competition Dates & Locations

Insert competition dates/locations here.

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Indiana State Championship

Linked to YouTube: Indiana Robotics State Championship Video 2026

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Team Structure

    • Documentation Team (x2)
    • Design and Build Team #1 (x2)
    • Design and Build Team #2 (x2)

Stage 1: Build Phase

    • Driver (x2)
    • Scout Team (x1)
    • Score Keeper (x1)
    • Pit Crew (x1)
    • Competition Manager (x1)

Stage 2: Competition Phase

    • 6 students per team
    • x 3 teams
    • = 18 students

Insert team number and team names here

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Ways You Can Help

  • Pit parents
  • Distribute sponsor forms
  • Team shirts
  • Pick-up/transportation

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Communication

  • Communication platform: [Insert]
  • Practice updates
  • Competition reminders
  • Emergency notifications

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Sponsors

  • Corporate/business sponsors
  • Large or small businesses
  • $250, $500, $1,000, or custom
  • Charitable donation matches

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Volunteers

  • One parent per team per meeting
  • Optional additional build time on weeknights with parent volunteer present
  • One pit parent per team at each competition
  • Snacks