Code of Conduct

The REC Foundation considers the positive, respectful, and ethical conduct of teams to be an essential component of the competition. Participants are expected to behave in a respectful and professional manner, and to operate as student-centered teams with limited adult assistance. This includes all students, teachers, coaches, mentors, parents, and spectators associated with a team.

For more details, please refer to the REC Foundation Code of Conduct and Student-Centered Policy. If you have concerns about compliance with the Code of Conduct, please speak to the Event Partner during the event.

Agenda

• Agenda: 

  • Morning Session:

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Team Registration and Check-In
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Welcome and Opening Ceremony
  • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Qualification Matches/ skills

  • Lunch Break:

  • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Lunch Break

  • Midday Session:

  • 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM: Qualification Matches/skills
  • 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Finals matches
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks

Volunteer

Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of our tournament. Whether you have a passion for robotics, event coordination, or simply want to be part of a dynamic and exciting day, we welcome your help.

Ways You Can Contribute:

• Judging: Become a judge and assess the innovative robots, design, and teamwork of participating teams.

• Field Supervision: Oversee competition fields and assist teams during matches.

• Logistics and Setup: Help with event logistics, including setup, registration, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

• Hospitality: Welcome participants, provide information, and assist with the overall guest experience.

• Event Promotion: Help us spread the word and increase community engagement.

Volunteering is a fantastic way to get involved, make new friends, and be part of an exciting event that inspires the next generation of innovators. Your contribution, whether big or small, will make a significant impact.

Together, we can make the "Full Volume Showdown" an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

Thank you for considering joining our team of volunteers. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to having you with us on this exciting day!

PS 

Discounts on team registration fees are available for teams that provide certified judges and referees for this event.

Please get in touch with Lisa Haines for further information.

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

In the heart of Indiana, where March weather can be notoriously unpredictable, we're gearing up for an event that promises to bring warmth through excitement and camaraderie.

March often surprises us with a mix of sunshine, rain, and the occasional snow flurry, but rest assured, we’re fully prepared for anything Mother Nature throws our way. If we encounter any extreme weather conditions that force us to reschedule, we’ll make sure to take care of you. We’ll refund your registration fees with only a $5.00 charge for administrative expenses and postage.

Just as the mighty T-Rex once ruled the earth, our competition will dominate the day with thrilling robotics challenges and unforgettable moments. Whether it's rain, snow, or sunshine, we’re committed to delivering an event that will create warm memories to brighten even the most unpredictable weather.

Refund and Payment Policies

If the Event Partner cancels the event:
Refunds will be issued in the case of an event cancellation (less a $5 processing fee).
If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:
Please only register robot teams that intend to attend. Due to the limited space for events, we will not issue a refund for any other reason.
Payment Deadline is Feburary 1st, 2025. Not paying by this date may mean that your team may be placed on the waitlist to make room for another team.

Judging Format

Digital Engineering Notebook Submissions / In-Person Team Interviews: Team interviews will be conducted in person at the event.

Engineering notebooks will be submitted digitally for evaluation via a link found within the "My Account" panel of the team contact on RobotEvents. Submission deadline is Feb 15th.  

Waitlist

13 teams are on the waitlist for this event.