Dear Teams
Attached -- the floor diagram and game/judging schedule/spreadsheet with pits/consent forms
Only a few days to go and we have lots of information for you which may require more than one update today and tomorrow.
I'm trying to avoid sending out more updates and if I forget something I will post on the blog. Keep checking.
If you notice something missing or have a question email me ASAP.
MY PHONE:
917-992-3734REMINDER: The FLL event is part of a 3 day event at Javits.
FRC
runs from Friday- Sunday and you should try to make some time for your
kids to see that during the day. We used to offer Friday tours to
schools visiting on that day but that is not on the table this year.
FTC runs in the same FLL space but on Saturday. If you are thinking of
trying it out next year stop by on Saturday to check it out. If you can
get your kids there on Saturday to check out both FRC and FTC do so.
I am posting as much information as possible on the blog:
http://normsrobotics.blogspot.com/
I am attaching the schedule which I believe is final. The pit table
number is the key -- for performance times 3.1 is pit 3 round 1 etc.
We may have some copies available but best to print your own.
Pit numbers are now posted sorted by pits and team numbers.
I'm attaching a spreadsheet sorted by pits and team numbers -- sheets one and two.
I
tried to meet your time requests and also keep all multiple teams
together. If I screwed up holler. It may be too late to make changes but
I will try. The pit area has some weird odds and ends so at times this
was tricky.
Requests for groupings based on Poly teams and those working with Veryl have been met (I hope.)
Parents are free to go directly to the pit table. Please try to keep within your space. We are very crowded with 82 teams.
Here is the pit layout.
Field Set Up KitsSometimes we give away extra kits at the
end of the tournament. No guarantees yet. Every system I set up often
turns into a disaster with the chaos at the end of the day. So far I've
had one request. If you want one the best thing to do is to email me a
request and I'll put you in the order of responses. If they are
available check with me Sunday after things settle down and I will tell
you which judging/tech room to get your kit from. Bring a garbage bag or
box to carry it.
We will not have practice tables set up as far as I know. Most
people bring their mat to put on the floor. No need to drag a heavy
table. You can create your own borders. The two inside aisles look
pretty crowded from the floor plan. But maybe there is more room.
There will be no room for tables though one teams is bringing a
portable one and asked for a space to set it up. I gave them pit 76
which has some space. SHARE EVERYONE! GRACIOUS PROFESSIONALISM!
Here are direct links to what I've posted so far:
I'm trying to avoid too many attachments to make sure you get this email. If you want me to send something to you email me.
WARNING: Streets may be closed and be sure to check MTA for weekend
changes/potential nightmares so take that into account. See below.
Make
sure to fill out an hand me your team info sheets as you enter.
Otherwise we have no way of knowing you have arrived. If you need
another email me ASAP.
Consent forms: They are for your protection so have them filled out and bring them with you but we are not collecting them.
From Susan:
Remember
when you go up for judging that you are judged in all categories at
once, so please bring your research and your robot for technical design
to the judging area when you are queued up.
There will be a table for the display in the judging area.
Stuff to Bring to an Event
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Robot and attachments
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Signed Consent and Release forms - English/ Spanish
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Parts kit
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Print out of programs and robot specification page
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Materials, props, and equipment needed for Project presentation
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Laptop computer with batteries and/or AC adaptor, extra batteries,
extension cords
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Team scrapbook
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Team banner, posters, or other decorations for pit space
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Snacks and drinks
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Storage box for personal items
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USB cable or IR tower
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Programming garage
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Team introduction page
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Fun, inexpensive gifts to share with other teams (pins, hats,
personalized, team playing cards)
There will be a mini marathon so there are street closings: West
Side Hwy (usually southbound) will be closed from 42nd St to Chambers.
Please allot for enough travel time and make the bus companies and
parents aware in the event they need to re-route.
March 18: Closed For Half Marathon
FOOD REMINDER:
If
they see it when you walk in they won't let you past the entrance to
the event. So bury the food beneath the equipment or put food in closed
containers disguised as robot materials. Will there be food for sale at
Javits? Sunday is kind of tricky so I don't know. Last year people
ordered and had it delivered -- I think you can eat outside at some
seats set up. Not really sure since I rarely get out of the pit area.
The experienced coaches know more so let me know and I'll post on the
blog.
Affordable Places to eat:
Subway
612 8th Avenue, New York, NY 0.6 mi E
Burger King
255 West 34th Street, New York, NY 0.7 mi SE
McDonalds
427 10th Avenue, New York, NY 0.3 mi SE
Dunkin Doughnuts
466 10th Avenue, New York, NY 0.3 mi SE
White Castle
525 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 0.6 mi SE
In the surrounding areas there should be deli’s
I hope I covered everything but I'm sure I forgot something. See you Sunday.
