Robotics Education & Competition Foundation
Inspiring students, one robot at a time.
Inspiring students, one robot at a time.
Event Code: RE-VRC-20-2348
Program: VEX Robotics Competition
Type of Event: Tournament
Capacity: 16 / Spots Open: 7
Event Region: Michigan
Registration Deadline: Sat, Jan 9, 2021 12:36 PM EST
Price: $90.00
Date: 01/23/2021
Venue/Location:
Grade Level: All
Robot Skills Challenge Offered: Yes
Judging Format: No judging
This is a VRC - Change Up Tournament for both middle school and high school teams with spots available to advance to the State Championship
Teams that register but do not pay may be moved to the waitlist after two weeks of non-payment. Any team that has not paid by 1/9/21 (two weeks prior to the event) will be moved to the waitlist.
Please see our cancelation policy as it has changed for this year’s unprecedented season.
At this time, spectators are not allowed to attend the tournament.
Physical distancing from other teams will be required. Masks are required at all times by both competitors and mentors inside of the Benzie Central Schools building.
A daily health screening form is required for both competitors and mentors before entering the building.
The competition and pit areas will be sanitized.
There will not be concessions at this event. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks with lids. Please pay close attention to signs indicating where it is acceptable to eat and drink in the building and dispose of all waste properly.
All approved events and event attendees are required to follow all local, state, federal, or any other government ordinances regarding COVID-19 safety procedures, social distancing, and best hygiene practices. Event Partners should continually assess, based on current government guidelines, whether to postpone, cancel, or significantly reduce the number of attendees when necessary.
Updated 9/5/20
Agenda is subject to change
7:30am Doors Open – Team Check-In Begins / Robot Inspection Opens / Robot Skills Challenge is Available
8:30am Check-in / Robot Inspection Concludes
8:45am Opening Ceremony (Gym)
9:00am-11:30am Qualification Rounds
11:30am-12:50pm Lunch Break & Robot Skills Challenge Fields Open
1:00pm-2:00pm Qualification Rounds
2:10pm Alliance Selection
2:30pm Finals
3:15pm Awards
updated 9/5/20
please contact the EP at aldermanm@benzieschools.net if you are interested in volunteering
In the unlikely event of the Event Partner cancelling the tournament due to bad weather, a makeup date will be scheduled. If you are unable to attend the make up date, a refund of $90 (less the $5 per team REC processing fee) will be issued.
This is an unprecedented season for VEX robotics. As we all work to navigate how to safely engage young people in robotics competitions a lot of flexibility and understanding is needed.
The refund policy is not meant to penalize any participants. It is what I feel is fair for all parties involved.
If the event is cancelled because of restrictions put forth by Benzie Central Schools, the Benzie/Leelanau Health Dept., or the State of Michigan all teams will be issued a refund of $90. This is less the $5 fee the REC assesses and helps keep Husky Robotics from going into the red for making the effort to host a face to face tournament. Please understand that getting these refunds back to teams will take some time.
If your team is not able to participate because of restrictions placed on your team by your parent organization (school, club, etc) or local Health Department you may ask for a refund of up to $90.
If your team is not able to participate because one of your team members has tested positive for or is suspected of having COVID-19 AND you are unable to find a substitute driver you may ask for a refund of up to $45.
If your team does not participate for any other reason there is no refund available.
Please contact me at aldermanm@benzieschools.net if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Marc Alderman
Updated 9/5/20
At this time, spectators are not allowed to attend the tournament.
Teams are limited to two team members and one mentor.
Physical distancing of at least 6 ft. from other teams will be required.
Masks are required at all times, covering the nose and mouth, by both competitors and mentors inside of the Benzie Central Schools building. Mentors are asked to help enforce this policy.
Students and mentors should sanitize their own equipment.
Students and mentors should frequently wash their hands or use hand sanitizer.
A daily health screening form is required for both competitors and mentors before entering the building. The form can be completed any time on the day of the tournament before entering the building. Here is a link to the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeazRso04bpxZ_ZdmTq33mVp4BM6mwv9cSk4gkYOT3u0OctIA/viewform
The survey can also be accessed using a QR code posted on the doors on the building.
The competition and pit areas will be sanitized before the start of the day during the day as time allows.
There will not be concessions at this event. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks with lids. Please pay close attention to signs indicating where it is acceptable to eat and drink in the building and dispose of all waste properly.
Benzie County is currently in a Phase 5 designation. If the area you are traveling from is in a Phase 3 or lower please contact the Event Partner prior to the event to discuss any additional precautions that may be required.
Updated 9/5/20
Benzie Central High School
9222 Homestead Road
Benzonia, Michigan 49616
United States
no webcast is planned at this time