FRC "Ask an Expert" Conference Calls (Hosted by Senior Mentors)
2012 - 2013 Call Schedule
Dial in toll free: 1-866-951-1151; Conference Room: 9533018
Note: Agendas are available on this site as soon as they are ready. Recordings are linked after the call occurs.
Date/Time |
Title |
Description |
Expert/Host |
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9/5/2012 5:00-6:00pm ET |
Choosing a FRC Competition |
Tips and suggestions for successful travel; resources for Rookie teams; what to expect at an event. |
Expert: Kathie Kentfield, FIRST Senior Mentor, CT Host: Steve Cremer, FIRST Regional Director, NH |
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9/12/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
Teams in Transition from FTC to FRC |
Teams in Transition from FTC to FRC: FTC affiliate partner Joe Passofaro and Senior Mentor Javier Saenz discuss the finer points of moving from FTC to FRC.l. |
Expert: Joe Passofaro, FIRST Tech Challenge Partner, MN Host: Javier Saenz, FIRST Senior Mentor, TX |
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9/19/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
FRC Team Mentor Orientation 101 |
Team Organization, student recruitment, mentor recruitment, organizing your Team, teambuilding strategies, and registration information. |
Expert & Hosts: Mike Siegel, FIRST Senior Mentor, NY, and Mike Henry, FIRST Senior Mentor, TX |
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10/3/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
FRC Scholarship Call |
Be prepared for your next move and arm yourself with valuable information on FIRST Scholarship Opportunities. |
Expert: Nancy Rosenberg: FIRST Scholarship Manager Hosts: Mike Henry, FIRST Senior Mentor, TX, & Javier Saenz, FIRST Senior Mentor, TX |
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10/10/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
Community Outreach for FIRST Programs (NEW!) |
A discussion on how mentors can outreach to the community to promote the programs and how being involved with Jr. FLL, FLL and FRC will benefit students. |
Expert: Steve Cremer, FIRST Regional Director, NH (FRC) Expert: Kathleen Levine, Jr. FIRST Lego League Expert: Kim Wierman, FIRST Lego League Program Manager Host: Dana Henry, FIRST Senior Mentor, MA |
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10/17/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
FRC Quick Build Sessions at Kickoff (NEW!) |
Why your team should attend a Kickoff that offers a Quick Build session and what it’s all about. |
Expert: Collin Fultz, FRC Kit of Parts Engineer, FIRST Host: Lia Schwinghammer, FIRST Senior Mentor, NC |
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10/24/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
What Makes a FRC Team a Success? |
A perspective from teams who have achieved great success in several different areas; tips; and best-practices. |
Expert: Steve Cremer, FIRST Regional Director, NH Hosts: Renee Becker, FIRST Senior Mentor, MN & Clinton Barnes, FIRST Senior Mentor, NV |
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11/7/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
Technical Assistance and FRC (NEW!) |
Where to find technical information during the season (i.e. technical documentation; the rules and how they’re structured; blog; website; competition manual; Team Email blasts etc.). |
Expert: FRC Engineer – To Be Assigned Host: Clinton Barnes, FIRST Senior Mentor, NV & Nate Knauss, FIRST Senior Mentor, NJ/Philadelphia |
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11/14/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
Control System/Driver’s Station & Beta Test Observations for FRC Teams |
Description of the control system and driver’s station and discussion on the Beta-Test. |
Expert: Kevin O'Connor, FRC Engineer, FIRST Host: Keith Hall, FIRST Senior Mentor, IN |
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11/28/2012 7:00-8:00pm ET |
FRC Foundational Program (NEW!) |
Joe will discuss his team and how he ensures participation in the progression of programs (FLL, FTC, & FRC) that FIRST offers. |
Expert: Joe Passofaro (FTC) Host: Renee Becker, FIRST Senior Mentor, MN |
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12/5/2012 7:00 - 8:00pm ET |
FRC Robot Transportation |
What Bag & Tag means for teams, plus information on Shipping Exemptions under the FedEx grant. |
Expert: Carla Proulx, FRC Logistics Manager Host: Teri Bernart, FIRST Senior Mentor, CA |
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2/6/2013 7:00-8:00pm ET |
Getting Ready for Your FRC Competition |
Helpful tips for Rookie teams to prepare for their first event and tips for veteran teams. |
Expert: Kathie Kentfield, FIRST Senior Mentor, CT Host: Ron Borden, FIRST Senior Mentor, NY |
