Introducing the North Carolina FIRST® LEGO League Challenge REBOOT! Presented by the NC FIRST® LEGO League Challenge Planning Committee.
Our last two seasons of fully virtual and hybrid tournaments are not the norm for FIRST® LEGO League Challenge events. As we navigate towards a fully IN-PERSON 2022-2023 season, we understand that many coaches are in need of deeper of level assistance as you prepare to engage with your teams this school year.
REBOOT is a Rookie Coach Training Workshop that will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022. This full day training session is a great opportunity for aspiring coaches, first year rookie coaches, and second and third year coaches to gain a detailed introduction to the basics of running a NC FLL® Challenge team during a traditional season. We invite you to join us as we spend a full day reviewing the basics of starting, funding and running a NC FLL® Challenge team. The day will include detailed training workshops, networking with other coaches, and direct access to the NC FLL® Planning Committee to answer any questions you may have. Whether you are on the fence about starting a team, have already formed your 1st team and need guidance on how to get started, or are a 2nd or 3rd year coach that needs additional guidance, we encourage you to join us!
Note: If you are a coach of a rookie team, we strongly encourage attending this workshop BEFORE full registering your team. We will be discussing funding opportunities in the form of team grants, many of which are not available if your team is already registered.
*This is a coach only event. Students and parents are not permitted to attend.
**This is a fully in-person workshop in Greensboro, NC. We will not be live streaming this event for virtual attendance. All sessions will be recorded and will be available on the ncfllandftc.com website for free viewing in August.
***Pre-registration is required.
REGISTRATION
This is workshop is FREE to attend. Registration is limited to North Carolina coaches only, and seating is limited to 100 people.
NC FLL® Challenge REBOOT! - Rookie Coach Training Camp Thursday, July 28, 2022 Location: NC A&T State University Academic Classroom Building Room 308 (3rd Floor) 1601 E Market St, Greensboro, NC 27411 Click HERE for turn-by-turn directions.
Note: Masks are optional unless the local health mandate changes.
AGENDA
PART 1
8:30am Check-in & Continental Breakfast
9:00am Session 1 - Welcome to FIRST LEGO League Challenge (50 minute session) Presenter: Dr. Kory Bennett Enjoy a brief introduction to FIRST LEGO League Challenge. Learn what the program involves, who can participate and what to expect as you embark on an amazing season of learning and fun!
10:00amSession 2 - General Season Cost Overview & Grant Information(50 minute session) Presenter: Sam Last & Angela Ireland Learn about the resources you will need and the expenses you can expect to encounter during your FIRST LEGO League Challenge season. We will discuss different options for common resources like robot kits, practice tables, and team shirts as well as different models for funding teams and dividing costs. The session will close with information about grant opportunities for FLLC teams and time for questions.
11:00amSession 3 - Intro to the FIRST Dashboard (60 minute session) Presenter: Gabriele Hester & Phil Salazar In this session we will go step by step through the wonderful online space that is the FIRST Dashboard. So that you can become thoroughly acquainted with all of its facets and be able to use it confidently.
12:00pmLunch Break *Information on local lunch sources will be provided. Attendees may bring their own lunch if desired.
PART 2
1:00pmSession 4 - Intro to NC FLL (50 minute session) Presenter: Shayla Sharpe Explore the NC season timeline and learn how to get involved on the local and state level. =
2:00pmSession 5 - Coaching - How to coach and build a strong team! (50 minute session) Presenter: Fiona Last-Powell Learn how to develop your coaching style and become comfortable with your team interactions. We will discuss many areas of coaching and team building including planning, goal setting and supporting challenges.
3:00pmSession 6 - FLL Resources & Coach Mentoring(50 minute session) Presenter: Fiona Last-Powell & Gabriele Hester Learn about many different resources available for FLL Challenge coaches and teams and how to access them effectively. We will also discuss the mentoring system we are developing and how to get the most out of a mentoring relationship.
Optional: Evening Mixer (off-site) - Location To Be Announced ($$)
OTHER EXPENSES This is workshop is FREE to attend, however, there are a few expenses that will be the responsibility of each attendee:
- Parking is $6 per day. All attendees will be responsible for visiting the NC A&T State University parking office to secure their respective parking pass. Cars that do not have a parking pass, may be subject to a $50 parking ticket penalty.
Visitor parking passes must be purchased in person or online:
ONLINE Parking Services at NC A&T provided the link below as an easier way to pay for parking during the REBOOT Training sessions this week (if preferred). If interested, please visit the link to purchase your parking pass. Passes are $6 per day. https://ncat.t2hosted.com/cmn/newuser.aspx
Note: To purchase online, you will need to create an account. Please have your license plate number ready. The VIN number and registration are optional fields.
- Continental Breakfast will be provided upon arrival. However, lunch is on your own. Local lunch sources will be communicated to all attendees prior to the event day. Attendees will have a 1-hour lunch break, and may bring lunch from home if desired.
- The Evening Mixer will be a time to engage with the coach community in a more relaxed setting. Food and beverage will be the responsibility of individuals that attend.
