LEGO Season Update

Over 200 teams across Utah have registered to compete in this season’s FIRST LEGO League. That includes 2 brave teams from Sevier County who will be competing in January 2016. One of those teams will be representing us this year!

To help support them, Sevier County 4-H will be hosting a tournament at the Fairgrounds on January 9, 2016. This cannot happen without amazing volunteers like YOU.

A successful qualifying tournament requires wonderful people who are willing to support the hard work of the youth involved. These teams of youth practice all season (May to January) to compete on tournament day.

So, how can you help?
We are currently looking for teen and adult volunteers who can fill important tournament roles.

Judge Assistant
Responsible for keeping judging sessions on schedule, keeping waiting teams quiet, assuring teams are sent to correct judging location, and helping to prepare and break-down judging rooms.

Photographer
Help capture the moment!  Work with tournament leadership to develop a shot sheet.

Referee
Observes team robot game matches, identifies rule violations, assesses field for scoring of matches, and participates in deliberations regarding contested calls and official scores.  Position works under the direction of the Head Referee.  Requires advance training and intimate knowledge of current Robot Challenge Game rules.

Registration
Assists with FLL Team Registration.  Position provides direction, assistance, and information to FLL coaches and other adults accompanying teams and distributes materials.

Other
These are just a few examples of ways you can help. Find out other ways to help HERE. Ready to volunteer? Register HERE to help make this an amazing experience for the participating teams.

Questions?
Contact Aris at aris.biederman@usu.edu or at 435-893-0470.

FLL Team Registration Now Open!

Team Registration Open! 

Team registration is now open for the 2015 Utah FIRST® LEGO® League Season. Follow these steps to sign up:

1. Register your team with the national FIRST® LEGO® League, and get your team number: my.usfirst.org/fll/tims/site.lasso
2. Register for a Utah FIRST® LEGO® League official qualifying tournament:http://bit.ly/18uTFOw

2015 Season Theme: Trash Trek

FIRST LEGO League (FLL®) challenges kids to think like scientists and engineers.  During the TRASH TREKS season, teams will choose and solve a real-world trash problem in the Project.  They will also build, test, and program an autonomous robot using LEGO MINDSTORMS® technology to solve a set of missions in the Robot Game.  Throughout their experience, teams will operate under FLL’s signature set of Core Values, celebrating discovery, teamwork, and Gracious Professionalism®. - Learn More

"From one Coach to Another"

Coaches Tamy and Rick Wilson of Team Gummie Bear have been at it for years and have a few interesting tips to share with you. Check it out

Interested in Coaching through 4-H?

Check out this post or contact Aris at aris.biederman@usu.edu

Organizing partners

About Utah FIRST LEGO League: Utah FIRST LEGO League is a robotics and innovation program for kids ages 9-14. Participants build LEGO robots, prepare scientific presentations and learn teamwork. Utah FIRST LEGO League is headquartered at the University of Utah and managed by the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute. Learn more at utfll.utah.edu. Contact us: Utah FIRST LEGO League, c/o Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, University of Utah, 105 Fort Douglas Blvd. #604, Salt Lake City, UT 84113, 801-585-3198, utfll@utah.edu Copyright © Utah FIRST LEGO League

Sign Ups for LEGO Robotics

Now that we have introduced you to the LEGO Mindstorm kits through the LEGO my Robot event, it is time to start forming Robotics Teams.

Who can be on a Robotics Team?
Youth ages 9-14 are invited to join Robotics Teams. To participate through Sevier County 4-H, youth must be enrolled in 4-H prior to participation.

How do I enroll in 4-H?
Youth may enroll in 4-H by visiting this site or by visiting the 4-H office. Remember, youth must be enrolled in 4-H prior to participating in a LEGO Robotics team through Sevier County 4-H.

How do I sign up to be on a LEGO Robotics team?
Visit this site to sign up. If you already signed up in paper form, you do not have to sign up through this online form.

When will LEGO Robotics team meetings begin?
Once we have Coaches, we will begin to sort teams according to Coach availability and location. If you have signed up, you will receive notice about the When and the Where as soon as Coaches are available.

I might be interested in becoming a LEGO Robotics Coach.
Awesome! Please take a moment to fill out this short form, and we can discuss what it takes to become a Robotics Coach. If you have already signed up in paper form, you do not have to sign up through this online form. Also, check out the video below for inspiration.

I have other questions or concerns.
If you have any other questions about 4-H Robotics Teams, contact Aris at aris.biederman@usu.edu
LEGO Robotics, here we come!

We need YOU to coach a team

Now that we have robotics kits, it is time to start preparing for the FIRST LEGO League tournament. The first step is to find Head Coaches. That means you!

Who can coach a LEGO robotics team?

Head coaches are 18 or older. Assistant coaches are 15 or older.

What does a Head Coach do?

You don’t have to know anything about robotics to coach a FIRST LEGO League team. There are plenty of available resources (including detailed videos) that teach youth how to build and program the robots. Here is the coach’s role:

• Plans and schedules team meetings
• Chooses team members (ages 9-14)
• Guides team members toward success with leading questions and encouragement (the rules require youth to build and program robots by themselves!)

The great thing about coaching through Sevier County 4-H is that we will help every step of the way!

What happens at a FIRST LEGO League competition?

The competition is divided into three main parts:

• The Robot Game: youth build and program LEGO Mindstorm robots to complete as many challenges as possible before time runs out.
• The Project: youth design an innovative solution to solve a real-world problem and present before a panel of judges
• Core Values: youth learn to respect their competitors, their teammates, and their coaches, while abiding by the competition’s set Core Values.

This sounds cool! How do I learn more?

Email Aris at aris.biederman@usu.edu or call the Sevier County 4-H office at

(435) 893-0470.

LEGO Mindstorm kits provided by:

Coming Soon! 4-H FIRST LEGO League – Spring 2015

What is FIRST LEGO League?

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a national youth robotics competition coming soon to Sevier County 4-H. FLL introduces youth, ages 9 to 14, to real-world engineering challenges, inspiring future scientists and engineers. To read about past and future competitions, visit www.firstlegoleague.org or www.usfirst.org

When will it start?

Sevier County 4-H will begin FIRST LEGO League in Spring 2015.

Who can participate?

Youth ages 9-14.

If you would like to receive support from your community 4-H club (including access to free robots and other related materials), youth must be enrolled in 4-H prior to participation. To enroll in 4-H, visit www.ut.4honline.com or visit our office at 250 North Main, Richfield, UT 84701.

I’m interested! How can I find out more?

New information about FIRST LEGO League (FLL) in Sevier County will be updated on the Sevier County 4-H blog (www.seviercounty4h.blogspot.com) and on the 4-H website (www.seviercounty4-h.org). Check back often for more info.

Until then… watch this quick video and get excited about FLL! Spring 2015 is right around the corner!