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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2024-2025 Season Updates<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Welcome to the <em>FIRST<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> DIVE season! Are you ready for some fun? Here are some updates for FLL and FTC teams in Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;01\/10\/25&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; inner_max_width=&#8221;1750px&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#0066B3&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;38px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#0066B3&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">01\/10\/25 Update<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;01\/10\/25&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FTC Deans List Nominations!\u00a0<\/b>&#8211; Deadline is Friday, January 15th at 7:59 PM AKST (11:59 EST)\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches are encouraged to nominate up to <strong>two per team<\/strong> of their outstanding Sophomore\/Junior members.<\/li>\n<li>More Information about the Deans List Process can be found here:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/robotics\/ftc\/deans-list\">FIRST Tech Challenge Dean&#8217;s List | FIRST<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>AlaskaDVR Funding <\/b>&#8211; FLL and FTC Teams are able to recieve either $100 or $250 (respectively) per qualifying student if they complete and submit the Alaska DVR funding form for <em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska.\n<ul>\n<li>Eligible students must be 12 years of age and up, and have a qualifying condition.<\/li>\n<li>Coaches should look for an email with the DVR form and information from either Alyson Cooper or Mitchell Sporing.<\/li>\n<li>if you have questions, need to view the qualification requirments, or get the form to be able to distribute to parents of team members, please reach out to Mitchell Sporing, the JV\/Americorps Memeber at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Pick.Click.Give Support<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Support <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska by donating to Alaska Development Corporation (ADC) in your PFD application!\n<ul>\n<li>The<span>\u00a0<\/span><i data-ogsc=\"\">FIRST<\/i>\u00a0in Alaska program is supported in part by the<span>\u00a0<\/span><b data-ogsc=\"\">Alaska Development Corporation (ADC)<\/b>, an eligible organization in the Pick.Click.Give Campaign! With Pick.Click.Give, every dollar donated to<span>\u00a0<\/span><b data-ogsc=\"\">ADC<\/b>\u00a0is given directly to the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i data-ogsc=\"\">FIRST<\/i>\u00a0in Alaska Program!<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"\"><span data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"><b data-ogsc=\"\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">The deadline to pick an organization is March 31st, 2025!<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>More information on how to donate to ADC through the Pick.Click.Give campaign can be found on their website, linked here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pickclickgive.org\/how-to-pick-click-give\/\">How to Pick.Click.Give. | Pick.Click.Give.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches should check their emails for information about ticket sales and ticket requests.\n<ul>\n<li>a webpage has been created for the raffle on the FIRST in Alaska website [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/first-in-alaska-ticket-raffle\/\">FIRST in Alaska Ticket Raffle &#8211; FIRST IN ALASKA<\/a>]. This webpage has a link to be able to request tickets, as well as a way for individuals to purchase raffle tickets online!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets are $10 a piece,<\/strong> and half of ticket sales per team goes directly back to that team. If your team sells 50 tickets, you will recieve $250 in funding!<\/li>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/22\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; inner_max_width=&#8221;1750px&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">11\/22\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/22\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FTC QUALIFIER REGISTRATION LIVE!\u00a0<\/b>&#8211; The Formidable Form to register for the 2024\/2025 FTC Qualifiers in Alaska is LIVE! The Form can be found on the Main Page for the FIRST in Alaska Site!<\/li>\n<li><strong>ANCHORAGE\/MATSU QUALIFIER REGISTRATION &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>Coaches in those regions should be on the look out for emails today.\n<ul>\n<li>The email will confirm your selection given in the Preference Form, and provide you a link to register and pay for the respective tournament!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FORM CONFIRMATION!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; When completing any of the Registration Forms for FIRST in Alaska,<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <em>you will get a confirmation email.\u00a0<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have completed the FLL Qualifier Registration, Anchorage\/MatSu Region Preference, FTC Qualifier, or Anchorage\/Matsu Region Registration and have NOT gotten a confirmation email, please email Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) to confirm that your submission was recieved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/15\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">11\/15\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/15\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>SCRIMMAGE<\/strong>! &#8211; there are new scrimmage events added to the calendar!<\/li>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/01\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">11\/01\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;11\/01\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;1\/10\/25&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>FTC Deans List Nominations!\u00a0<\/b>&#8211; Deadline is Friday, January 15th at 7:59 PM AKST (11:59 EST)\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches are encouraged to nominate up to <strong>two per team<\/strong> of their outstanding Sophomore\/Junior members.<\/li>\n<li>More Information about the Deans List Process can be found here:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/robotics\/ftc\/deans-list\">FIRST Tech Challenge Dean&#8217;s List | FIRST<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>AlaskaDVR Funding <\/b>&#8211; FLL and FTC Teams are able to recieve either $100 or $250 (respectively) per qualifying student if they complete and submit the Alaska DVR funding form for <em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska.\n<ul>\n<li>Eligible students must be 12 years of age and up, and have a qualifying condition.<\/li>\n<li>Coaches should look for an email with the DVR form and information from either Alyson Cooper or Mitchell Sporing.<\/li>\n<li>if you have questions, need to view the qualification requirments, or get the form to be able to distribute to parents of team members, please reach out to Mitchell Sporing, the JV\/Americorps Memeber at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Pick.Click.Give Support<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Support <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska by donating to Alaska Development Corporation (ADC) in your PFD application!\n<ul>\n<li>The<span>\u00a0<\/span><i data-ogsc=\"\">FIRST<\/i>\u00a0in Alaska program is supported in part by the<span>\u00a0<\/span><b data-ogsc=\"\">Alaska Development Corporation (ADC)<\/b>, an eligible organization in the Pick.Click.Give Campaign! With Pick.Click.Give, every dollar donated to<span>\u00a0<\/span><b data-ogsc=\"\">ADC<\/b>\u00a0is given directly to the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i data-ogsc=\"\">FIRST<\/i>\u00a0in Alaska Program!<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"\"><span data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"><b data-ogsc=\"\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">The deadline to pick an organization is March 31st, 2025!<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>More information on how to donate to ADC through the Pick.Click.Give campaign can be found on their website, linked here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pickclickgive.org\/how-to-pick-click-give\/\">How to Pick.Click.Give. | Pick.Click.Give.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches should check their emails for information about ticket sales and ticket requests.\n<ul>\n<li>a webpage has been created for the raffle on the FIRST in Alaska website [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/first-in-alaska-ticket-raffle\/\">FIRST in Alaska Ticket Raffle &#8211; FIRST IN ALASKA<\/a>]. This webpage has a link to be able to request tickets, as well as a way for individuals to purchase raffle tickets online!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets are $10 a piece,<\/strong> and half of ticket sales per team goes directly back to that team. If your team sells 50 tickets, you will recieve $250 in funding!<\/li>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;11\/22\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FTC QUALIFIER REGISTRATION LIVE!\u00a0<\/b>&#8211; The Formidable Form to register for the 2024\/2025 FTC Qualifiers in Alaska is LIVE! The Form can be found on the Main Page for the FIRST in Alaska Site!<\/li>\n<li><strong>ANCHORAGE\/MATSU QUALIFIER REGISTRATION &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>Coaches in those regions should be on the look out for emails today.\n<ul>\n<li>The email will confirm your selection given in the Preference Form, and provide you a link to register and pay for the respective tournament!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FORM CONFIRMATION!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; When completing any of the Registration Forms for FIRST in Alaska,<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <em>you will get a confirmation email.\u00a0<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have completed the FLL Qualifier Registration, Anchorage\/MatSu Region Preference, FTC Qualifier, or Anchorage\/Matsu Region Registration and have NOT gotten a confirmation email, please email Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) to confirm that your submission was recieved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;11\/15\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>SCRIMMAGE<\/strong>! &#8211; there are new scrimmage events added to the calendar!<\/li>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, TEAMS NEED TWO COACHES THAT HAVE PASSED YOYUTH PROTECTION! Coaches should enroll themselves and then their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;11\/1\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FLL REGISTRATION<\/b>\u00a0<strong>OPEN!!<\/strong> &#8211; The forms to register for an FLL Qualifier is LIVE! They can be found on the main page of the FIRST in Alaska Site!\n<ul>\n<li>THERE IS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR ANCHROAGE\/MAT-SU REGIONAL QUALIFIERS THIS YEAR, PLEASE REGISTER ACCORDINGLY!<\/li>\n<li>Questions can be directed to Mitchell Sporing (<a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>) OR Alyson Cooper (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The 2024-2025 Raffle is LIVE! Coaches can find an email with the link to request tickets. An FAQ page will be going up in the coming week on the FIRST in Alaska Site.\n<ul>\n<li>Questions should be directed to Cagney Ramirez (<a href=\"mailto:cramirez@jedc.org\">cramirez@jedc.org<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>REGISTER TEAMS!!<\/strong> &#8211; Team registration on the firstinpires.org site is REQUIRED before teams can register for FIRST in Alaska Qualifiers or request Raffle tickets! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration.\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; with Qualifier Enrollment out, Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES! Questions can be directed to msporing@jedc.org\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/25\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska Raffle is BACK for the 2024-2025 season! Coaches should keep an eye out today for an email regarding specific information and request forms!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Event Dates!<\/strong> &#8211; Events are in the final stages of being finalized, and we hope to get registration out to teams next week! Check our Calendar Page for information on dates and locations of the various events, the offical registration form will be coming soon!\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/18\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Calendar Updates!<\/strong> &#8211; the FIRST in Alaska Calendar has received a massive update! be sure to check it out for the most up to date information regarding FIRST events!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/11\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; Thank you to all that attended the FLL Coaches Training this past Saturday, October 5th!\n<ul>\n<li>The recording of the training is posted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cnPxZE3rEWo\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/4\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>More Events Scheduled!<\/strong> &#8211; There have been a LOT of events scheduled, including CHAMPIONSHIPS! so be sure to check the season event summary for the overview of the dates, and the calendar for the specific information!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; We are planning on having a two hour FLL Coaches Training TOMORROW Saturday, Oct 5th, from 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00pm! The training will be at the JEDC Office,\u00a0 with a zoom option availible (and it WILL be recorded)\n<ul>\n<li>JEDC Office Address: 612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/li>\n<li>Zoom Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81772649218?pwd=bEHxPdNxUiekX8FPBavXSB6rLxx9Y6.1\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/27\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; We are planning on having a two hour FLL Coaches Training on Saturday, Oct 5th, from 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00pm! The training will be at the JEDC Office,\u00a0 with a zoom option availible (and it WILL be recorded)\n<ul>\n<li>JEDC Office Address: 612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/li>\n<li>Zoom Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81772649218?pwd=bEHxPdNxUiekX8FPBavXSB6rLxx9Y6.1\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/20\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>FIRST in Alaska FLL Information Session!<\/strong> &#8211; Potential coaches, parents, and community mentors are invited to an FLL Teams Information Session on Tuesday 09\/24 or Wednesday 09\/25 from 5:00 &#8211; 6:00 PM at JEDC Office (<strong>612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/strong>) &#8211; Zoom link for non-Juneau individuals <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/83643835887?pwd=RFA1dFVOOXhOaFkwdUsrQUZQNjhEUT09\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>NEW Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunity!<\/strong> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>I<\/strong><strong>NTO THE DEEP Resources<\/strong> &#8211; There are many major changes to FTC for the 2024-25 Season. Be sure to read the Competition Manual (SINGULAR!) for updated terminology, new rules, restrictions, and freedoms!\n<ul>\n<li>To assist,\u00a0FTC has released a short five minute summary of the tech updates. Watch the video <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SkN0I6X0y9I\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=skn0i6x0y9i\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Find the author&#8217;s in depth analysis and commentary <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunNlsO7k&amp;t=135s\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunnlso7k&amp;t=135s\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/13\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Welcome to the INTO THE DEEP Season, Presented by RTX!<\/strong> &#8211; This past Saturday, September 7th, <i>FIRST\u00a0<\/i>officially kicked off the 2024-2025\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> Tech Challenge Season! THANK YOU to all the coaches, volunteers, and support people who helped make kickoff possible across Alaska!<\/li>\n<li><strong>INTO THE DEEP Resources<\/strong> &#8211; There are many major changes to FTC for the 2024-25 Season. Be sure to read the Competition Manual (SINGULAR!) for updated terminology, new rules, restrictions, and freedoms!\n<ul>\n<li>To assist,\u00a0FTC has released a short five minute summary of the tech updates. Watch the video <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SkN0I6X0y9I\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=skn0i6x0y9i\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Find the author&#8217;s in depth analysis and commentary <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunNlsO7k&amp;t=135s\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunnlso7k&amp;t=135s\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season Events Are Being Scheduled!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Most tournaments for the season are not yet scheduled, Keep an eye on the website <a aria-label=\"Link calendar.\" id=\"menur4v9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">calendar.<\/a> For specific location information, see our events calendar!\n<ul>\n<li>Scheduled Events:\n<ul>\n<li>Sept 27 &#8211; Anchorage FTC Scrimmage<\/li>\n<li>Oct 22 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #1<\/li>\n<li>Nov 01 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #2<\/li>\n<li>Nov 15 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #3<\/li>\n<li>Dec 07 &#8211; Anchorage FLL Qualifier #1<\/li>\n<li>Dec 13-14 &#8211; Bethel FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Dec 13-14 &#8211; Anchorage League Championship<\/li>\n<li>Dec 14 &#8211; Juneau Robot Jamboree (FLL-E &amp; FLL-C)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>To Be Scheduled:\n<ul>\n<li>Fairbanks FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Remote FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>North Slope FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Anchorage FLL Qualifier #2<\/li>\n<li>Alaska Robot Rendezvous (FLL-C &amp; FLL-E)<\/li>\n<li>Southcentral FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>State FTC Championship<\/li>\n<li>Fairbanks FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Remote FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Interior FLL Explore Festival<\/li>\n<li>Ketchikan FLL Scrimmage<\/li>\n<li>Kenai FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Southeast FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/6\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>FIRST RAFFLE!<\/strong> Information is currently being gathered for this years FIRST Raffle, stay tuned for more information!<\/li>\n<li><strong>FTC KICKOFFS!<\/strong>\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>Tech Challenge Season Kickoff is TOMORROW! Saturday, September 7th, and many regions are hosting kickoff events! Check the Calendar page for the most up to date information and specific location of the kickoff events!\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fairbanks<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Lightbotics #18185 from 10am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Juneau<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by JDHS Robotics From 12:00pm &#8211; 2:00pm!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Anchorage<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Diamond Robotics 3825 &amp; 3208 from 10:00am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">VIRTUAL STATEWIDE<\/span> &#8211; Fairbanks Lightbotics #18185 is also hosting a VIRTUAL STATEWIDE Kickoff from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Calendar event will have link!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season Events Are Being Scheduled!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Most tournaments for the season are not yet scheduled, Keep an eye on the website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\" class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\">calendar.<\/a> It will be updated regularly as events are confirmed! If you are hosting something that is NOT on the calendar yet, please reach out to Mitchell, our JVCNW\/Americorps member, at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> with the event information!<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong>\u00a0Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">firstinspires.org<\/span> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Note for\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> LEGO League Teams \u2013 If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWAa74fbc9d-c56e-8471-39d4-f514642c4888\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"5\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA1e8ab8b6-db33-321f-f947-dde76cfac33b\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"6\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA91a5d958-857b-51be-93f0-1ed7a046b6bc\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"7\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Resources!<\/strong> Click the link <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/free-season-content?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=brand&amp;utm_campaign=assets-025\">here<\/a> to be directed to the <em>FIRST<\/em> page for all resources for team and volunteer recruitment!\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches can use and edit these resources and post them in their schools and communities to increase interest in the latest season!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;8\/30\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong>\u00a0Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">firstinspires.org<\/span> and creating an account, then registering your team!<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Note for\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> LEGO League Teams \u2013 If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWAa74fbc9d-c56e-8471-39d4-f514642c4888\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"5\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA1e8ab8b6-db33-321f-f947-dde76cfac33b\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"6\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA91a5d958-857b-51be-93f0-1ed7a046b6bc\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"7\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Resources!<\/strong> Click the link <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/free-season-content?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=brand&amp;utm_campaign=assets-025\">here<\/a> to be directed to the <em>FIRST<\/em> page for all resources for team and volunteer recruitment!\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches can use and edit these resources and post them in their schools and communities to increase interest in the latest season!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FIRST RAFFLE!<\/strong> Information is currently being gathered for this years FIRST Raffle, stay tuned for more information!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Additional Support!<\/strong> This year,\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>in ALASKA has an additional set of hands!\n<ul>\n<li>Mitchell Sporing is a Jesuit Volunteer\/Americorps Member working alongside Alyson to deliver FIRST in ALASKA! Originally from New Jersey, he graduated from the University of Scranton in May 2024 with a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, and is going to be working primarily with FLL!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FTC KICKOFFS!<\/strong>\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>Tech Challenge Season Kickoff is Saturday, September 7th, and many regions are hosting kickoff events! Check the Calendar page for the most up to date information and specific location of the kickoff events!\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fairbanks<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Lightbotics #18185 from 10am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Juneau<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by JDHS Robotics From 12:00pm &#8211; 2:00pm!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Anchorage<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Diamond Robotics 3825 &amp; 3208 from 10:00am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">VIRTUAL STATEWIDE<\/span> &#8211; Fairbanks Lightbotics #18185 is also hosting a VIRTUAL STATEWIDE Kickoff from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Calendar event will have link!).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;8\/23\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Welcome to the latest season of<em> FIRST<\/em>\u00ae! We are so excited for the new season! <\/strong>Welcome to <i>FIRST<\/i><sup>\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0DIVE<sup>\u2120<\/sup>\u00a0presented by Qualcomm, Teams will use their STEM knowledge and collaboration skills to explore life beneath the surface of the ocean!\u00a0Stay tuned for periodic updates on <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League, <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Tech Challenge, and <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Robotic Competition in Alaska which will be posted here!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League &#8216;Submerged&#8217; is LIVE! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Check out the new game info for <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League Explore teams <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/explore\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=fle-registration-022\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> and <\/span><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Challenge teams <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/challenge\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=flc-registration-022\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. You can see the FLL Challenge Game Reveal video <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J5u-2q_K3O0\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Tech Challenge<\/strong> <strong>Kickoff is Saturday, September 7! <\/strong>Check the Events Calendar page <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">here<\/a> to see information about various kickoff events happening all over the state to celebrate the game reveal of &#8216;INTO THE DEEP&#8217;!!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams! <\/strong>Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to firstinspires.org and creating an account, then registering your team!\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Note for <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League Teams &#8211; If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> website or email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>FIRST IN ALASKA Webpage Updates! &#8211; <\/b>The FIRST IN ALASKA pages for FLL Explore, FLL Challenge, FTC and FRC have all be undergoing updates and modernizations! Be sure to check them out for updated looks, information, and links to resources as the season develops! These updates are ongoing, as we seek to provide coaches, volunteers, and those wanting to learn about\u00a0<em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae the best experience possible!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2024-25 Season Updates (Overall: DIVE \/ FLL: Submerged \/ FTC: Into the Deep \/ FRC: Reefscape)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/25\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/25\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><em>FIRST <\/em>in Alaska\u00a0RAFFLE!<\/b> &#8211; The <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska Raffle is BACK for the 2024-2025 season! Coaches should keep an eye out today for an email regarding specific information and request forms!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Event Dates!<\/strong> &#8211; Events are in the final stages of being finalized, and we hope to get registration out to teams next week! Check our Calendar Page for information on dates and locations of the various events, the offical registration form will be coming soon!\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/18\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/18\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Calendar Updates!<\/strong> &#8211; the FIRST in Alaska Calendar has received a massive update! be sure to check it out for the most up to date information regarding FIRST events!\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/11\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/11\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; Thank you to all that attended the FLL Coaches Training this past Saturday, October 5th!\n<ul>\n<li>The recording of the training is posted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cnPxZE3rEWo\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/04\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/04\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>More Events Scheduled!<\/strong> &#8211; There have been a LOT of events scheduled, including CHAMPIONSHIPS! so be sure to check the season event summary for the overview of the dates, and the calendar for the specific information!\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; We are planning on having a two hour FLL Coaches Training TOMORROW Saturday, Oct 5th, from 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00pm! The training will be at the JEDC Office,\u00a0 with a zoom option availible (and it WILL be recorded)\n<ul>\n<li>JEDC Office Address: 612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/li>\n<li>Zoom Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81772649218?pwd=bEHxPdNxUiekX8FPBavXSB6rLxx9Y6.1\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/27\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/27\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coaches Training!<\/strong> &#8211; We are planning on having a two hour FLL Coaches Training on Saturday, Oct 5th, from 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00pm! The training will be at the JEDC Office,\u00a0 with a zoom option availible (and it WILL be recorded)\n<ul>\n<li>JEDC Office Address: 612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/li>\n<li>Zoom Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81772649218?pwd=bEHxPdNxUiekX8FPBavXSB6rLxx9Y6.1\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities!<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>DonorsChoose<\/strong><\/em> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unregistered Rookie FTC Teams <\/strong>&#8211; Multiple funding opportunities are available to assist <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">currently unregistered rookie FTC teams<\/span>. To learn more about the opportunties and offsetting first year startup costs, \u00a0please contact Mitchell Sporing at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> or call directly at (907) 523 &#8211; 2346.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>YPP and Express Enrollment!<\/strong> &#8211; Coaches should enroll their youth ASAP before attending tournaments, events, or team meetings. Youth enrollment is streamlined in a new process completely online and able to be done in MINUTES!\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of Express Youth Enrollment Process: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/youth-registration-system?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9X5IwLv_KBzZwW6a5TBzRps_hRqV59wj6ekzTq6BB-0BXWzNat3B46nlz2SbDyyqBbSKQckBkMPB7apBZ5GpU2vSd0RQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Coach\/Mentor): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-mentors.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8JsRYHs7il2uzXwTvWzbCt9VZq_lFjAevmczdHF1M61Pl2gOZoM7VffrCC-ZJwRxdFhrWN9k_gZRchEVlx5TG67jZhtA&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Express Enrollment Directions (Parent\/Guardian): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/sites\/default\/files\/uploads\/resource_library\/express-enrollment-youth-registration-parents.pdf?utm_campaign=ftc-team-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9gAWBv-g2VW763nvg-TaWOcwI03tUsLFWtV3dReQeyfHhDzhn-YqfUBPAs_iZV0SINCFBd1dv9FtaSKwnIhV8w__miPQ&amp;_hsmi=326452104&amp;utm_content=326452104&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer Recruitment!<\/strong> &#8211; As the heart of the season quickly approaches, volunteers are going to be needed to help run events! Coaches and Teams should spread the word and help in recruiting volunteers ASAP &#8211; in order for them to be added into VMS and trained for roles!\n<ul>\n<li>Potential volunteers will need to fill out the form on our website and will be contacted about the process of Screening and getting added into VMS.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Link to the form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/volunteer\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/20\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/20\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>FIRST in Alaska FLL Information Session!<\/strong> &#8211; Potential coaches, parents, and community mentors are invited to an FLL Teams Information Session on Tuesday 09\/24 or Wednesday 09\/25 from 5:00 &#8211; 6:00 PM at JEDC Office (<strong>612 W. Willoughby Ave, Juneau AK 99801<\/strong>) &#8211; Zoom link for non-Juneau individuals <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/83643835887?pwd=RFA1dFVOOXhOaFkwdUsrQUZQNjhEUT09\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>NEW Funding<\/strong> <strong>Opportunity!<\/strong> &#8211; Educators can apply for funding through the DonorsChoose Program! See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/first-donorschoose-funding?utm_campaign=cross-program-partner-blast-025&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8fx-xVEC9tqycjUF6z6r3C1PyWojDDLauc3xzZpn4cCSEXht5Qjve7OvoQ1zjaEBjF5m6aoY9CWDVtbWwYR2DVxjLSYA&amp;_hsmi=325579133&amp;utm_content=320334463&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>I<\/strong><strong>NTO THE DEEP Resources<\/strong> &#8211; There are many major changes to FTC for the 2024-25 Season. Be sure to read the Competition Manual (SINGULAR!) for updated terminology, new rules, restrictions, and freedoms!\n<ul>\n<li>To assist,\u00a0FTC has released a short five minute summary of the tech updates. Watch the video <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SkN0I6X0y9I\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=skn0i6x0y9i\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Find the author&#8217;s in depth analysis and commentary <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunNlsO7k&amp;t=135s\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunnlso7k&amp;t=135s\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/13\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/13\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Welcome to the INTO THE DEEP Season, Presented by RTX!<\/strong> &#8211; This past Saturday, September 7th, <i>FIRST\u00a0<\/i>officially kicked off the 2024-2025\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> Tech Challenge Season! THANK YOU to all the coaches, volunteers, and support people who helped make kickoff possible across Alaska!<\/li>\n<li><strong>INTO THE DEEP Resources<\/strong> &#8211; There are many major changes to FTC for the 2024-25 Season. Be sure to read the Competition Manual (SINGULAR!) for updated terminology, new rules, restrictions, and freedoms!\n<ul>\n<li>To assist,\u00a0FTC has released a short five minute summary of the tech updates. Watch the video <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SkN0I6X0y9I\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=skn0i6x0y9i\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Find the author&#8217;s in depth analysis and commentary <a aria-label=\"Link here\" id=\"menur4v7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunNlsO7k&amp;t=135s\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rkpunnlso7k&amp;t=135s\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season Events Are Being Scheduled!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Most tournaments for the season are not yet scheduled, Keep an eye on the website <a aria-label=\"Link calendar.\" id=\"menur4v9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">calendar.<\/a> For specific location information, see our events calendar!\n<ul>\n<li>Scheduled Events:\n<ul>\n<li>Sept 27 &#8211; Anchorage FTC Scrimmage<\/li>\n<li>Oct 22 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #1<\/li>\n<li>Nov 01 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #2<\/li>\n<li>Nov 15 &#8211; Anchorage FTC League Meet #3<\/li>\n<li>Dec 07 &#8211; Anchorage FLL Qualifier #1<\/li>\n<li>Dec 13-14 &#8211; Bethel FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Dec 13-14 &#8211; Anchorage League Championship<\/li>\n<li>Dec 14 &#8211; Juneau Robot Jamboree (FLL-E &amp; FLL-C)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>To Be Scheduled:\n<ul>\n<li>Fairbanks FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Remote FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>North Slope FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Anchorage FLL Qualifier #2<\/li>\n<li>Alaska Robot Rendezvous (FLL-C &amp; FLL-E)<\/li>\n<li>Southcentral FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>State FTC Championship<\/li>\n<li>Fairbanks FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Remote FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Interior FLL Explore Festival<\/li>\n<li>Ketchikan FLL Scrimmage<\/li>\n<li>Kenai FLL Qualifier<\/li>\n<li>Southeast FTC Qualifier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong> Please register your teams as soon as you can for both FTC and FLL! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <u>firstinspires.org<\/u> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration\n<ul>\n<li>If you are registering an FLL team in an area that does not have reliable UPS service, contact Alyson at <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vb\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> before you register.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email <a aria-label=\"Link acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vd\" href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0and <a aria-label=\"Link msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"menur4vf\" href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1rxvrpe f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/06\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/06\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>FIRST RAFFLE!<\/strong> Information is currently being gathered for this years FIRST Raffle, stay tuned for more information!<\/li>\n<li><strong>FTC KICKOFFS!<\/strong>\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>Tech Challenge Season Kickoff is TOMORROW! Saturday, September 7th, and many regions are hosting kickoff events! Check the Calendar page for the most up to date information and specific location of the kickoff events!\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fairbanks<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Lightbotics #18185 from 10am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Juneau<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by JDHS Robotics From 12:00pm &#8211; 2:00pm!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Anchorage<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Diamond Robotics 3825 &amp; 3208 from 10:00am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">VIRTUAL STATEWIDE<\/span> &#8211; Fairbanks Lightbotics #18185 is also hosting a VIRTUAL STATEWIDE Kickoff from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Calendar event will have link!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season Events Are Being Scheduled!\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Most tournaments for the season are not yet scheduled, Keep an eye on the website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\" class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\">calendar.<\/a> It will be updated regularly as events are confirmed! If you are hosting something that is NOT on the calendar yet, please reach out to Mitchell, our JVCNW\/Americorps member, at <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a> with the event information!<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong>\u00a0Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">firstinspires.org<\/span> and creating an account, then following the steps shown to complete registration<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Note for\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> LEGO League Teams \u2013 If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWAa74fbc9d-c56e-8471-39d4-f514642c4888\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"5\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA1e8ab8b6-db33-321f-f947-dde76cfac33b\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"6\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA91a5d958-857b-51be-93f0-1ed7a046b6bc\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"7\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Resources!<\/strong> Click the link <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/free-season-content?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=brand&amp;utm_campaign=assets-025\">here<\/a> to be directed to the <em>FIRST<\/em> page for all resources for team and volunteer recruitment!\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches can use and edit these resources and post them in their schools and communities to increase interest in the latest season!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;08\/30\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">08\/30\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Register your teams!<\/strong>\u00a0Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">firstinspires.org<\/span> and creating an account, then registering your team!<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><strong>Note for\u00a0<i>FIRST<\/i> LEGO League Teams \u2013 If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWAa74fbc9d-c56e-8471-39d4-f514642c4888\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"5\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the<span>\u00a0<\/span><i>FIRST\u00ae<\/i>\u00a0website or email<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA1e8ab8b6-db33-321f-f947-dde76cfac33b\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"6\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and<span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\" id=\"OWA91a5d958-857b-51be-93f0-1ed7a046b6bc\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" data-linkindex=\"7\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Resources!<\/strong> Click the link <a href=\"https:\/\/info.firstinspires.org\/free-season-content?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=brand&amp;utm_campaign=assets-025\">here<\/a> to be directed to the <em>FIRST<\/em> page for all resources for team and volunteer recruitment!\n<ul>\n<li>Coaches can use and edit these resources and post them in their schools and communities to increase interest in the latest season!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FIRST RAFFLE!<\/strong> Information is currently being gathered for this years FIRST Raffle, stay tuned for more information!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Additional Support!<\/strong> This year,\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>in ALASKA has an additional set of hands!\n<ul>\n<li>Mitchell Sporing is a Jesuit Volunteer\/Americorps Member working alongside Alyson to deliver FIRST in ALASKA! Originally from New Jersey, he graduated from the University of Scranton in May 2024 with a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, and is going to be working primarily with FLL!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>FTC KICKOFFS!<\/strong>\u00a0<em>FIRST\u00a0<\/em>Tech Challenge Season Kickoff is Saturday, September 7th, and many regions are hosting kickoff events! Check the Calendar page for the most up to date information and specific location of the kickoff events!\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fairbanks<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Lightbotics #18185 from 10am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Juneau<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by JDHS Robotics From 12:00pm &#8211; 2:00pm!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Anchorage<\/span> &#8211; Hosted by Diamond Robotics 3825 &amp; 3208 from 10:00am to noon!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">VIRTUAL STATEWIDE<\/span> &#8211; Fairbanks Lightbotics #18185 is also hosting a VIRTUAL STATEWIDE Kickoff from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Calendar event will have link!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;08\/23\/24&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">08\/23\/24 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Welcome to the latest season of<em> FIRST<\/em>\u00ae! We are so excited for the new season! <\/strong>Welcome to <i>FIRST<\/i><sup>\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0DIVE<sup>\u2120<\/sup>\u00a0presented by Qualcomm, Teams will use their STEM knowledge and collaboration skills to explore life beneath the surface of the ocean!\u00a0Stay tuned for periodic updates on <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League, <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Tech Challenge, and <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Robotic Competition in Alaska which will be posted here!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League &#8216;Submerged&#8217; is LIVE! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Check out the new game info for <em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League Explore teams <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/explore\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=fle-registration-022\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> and <\/span><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae LEGO\u00ae League <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Challenge teams <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/challenge\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=flc-registration-022\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. You can see the FLL Challenge Game Reveal video <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J5u-2q_K3O0\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae Tech Challenge<\/strong> <strong>Kickoff is Saturday, September 7! <\/strong>Check the Events Calendar page <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">here<\/a> to see information about various kickoff events happening all over the state to celebrate the game reveal of &#8216;INTO THE DEEP&#8217;!!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams! <\/strong>Please register your teams as soon as you can! Coaches and Mentors can register by going to firstinspires.org and creating an account, then registering your team!\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Note for <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League Teams &#8211; If you are a coach preparing to register an FLL team and live in an area with UNRELIABLE UPS delivery service, BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR TEAM please contact Alyson Cooper at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to organize shipping arrangements to your location and ensure proper delivery of kits and materials!<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you have questions about starting a team in your area, registering your team, or want to be involved as a volunteer this season, please see either the <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> website or email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:msporing@jedc.org\">msporing@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>FIRST IN ALASKA Webpage Updates! &#8211; <\/b>The FIRST IN ALASKA pages for FLL Explore, FLL Challenge, FTC and FRC have all be undergoing updates and modernizations! Be sure to check them out for updated looks, information, and links to resources as the season develops! These updates are ongoing, as we seek to provide coaches, volunteers, and those wanting to learn about\u00a0<em>FIRST<\/em>\u00ae the best experience possible!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2024-25 Season Updates (Overall: DIVE \/ FLL: Submerged \/ FTC: Into the Deep \/ FRC: Reefscape)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2023-24 Season Updates (MASTERRPIECE) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2023-2024 Season Updates<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Welcome to the <em>FIRST<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> in Show<sup>SM<\/sup> season! Are you ready for some fun? Here are some updates for FLL and FTC teams in Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;11\/07\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">11\/07\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST\u00ae <\/em>Tech Challenge tournament registration is open! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Register for one or more qualifiers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;11\/06\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">11\/06\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST\u00ae LEGO\u00ae <\/em>League\u00a0Challenge tournament registration is open! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Use the button above to register for ONE qualifier. The calendar on this website is up-to-date, if you want to know when everyone is playing, but the dates are also on the sign up sheet. <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> Tech Challenge teams, the calendar is being worked on, and will be coming in the nesr future. be sure to check the website for updates. <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> LEGO\u00ae League Explore teams, we&#8217;ll open free registration as we get closer to your events.\u00a0<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">LEGO<\/span><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em>\u00a0League Challenge coach training is online. <\/strong>Modules are in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLqysvw0rWLrWw0VPyiZT8z9vonPda72OE\">playlist<\/a> on the <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska YouTube channel and will be added to the training page of our website shortly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The <em>FIRST<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em> in Alaska Raffle is available to help fund your team. <\/strong>Coaches can request books of tickets on the<em> FIRST<strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/strong><\/em> in Alaska homepage. Tickets sell for $10, and your team will earn $5.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">LEGO<\/span><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em> League Challenge and <em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Tech Challenge<\/span>\u00a0coaches were sent an email about a funding opportunity from the Alaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). <\/strong>All teams need to let Alyson know if they have any qualifying students (12 years or older that meet the criteria on the form) or not, and submit forms for qualifying students. Teams and the overall program receive significant funding from this, so we need responses from each team. Please shoot a quick email to acooper@jedc.org if you don&#8217;t have any qualifying students so that we can check you off the list.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Are you getting Team Blasts from <em>FIRST<\/em>?<\/strong> Make sure the adults who need the info are registered as Lead Coach 1 and Lead Coach 2. Helpful information is going out, and you don&#8217;t want to miss out! Likewise, the <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska email goes to Lead Coach 1, Lead Coach 2, and usually the Team Administrator. If you aren&#8217;t getting email, please check to make sure you are registered with the correct email address. Let us know if you need help correcting it.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Office Hours are starting next Monday.<\/strong> Alyson will be available on <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/84815445430?pwd=aUJMRTZoWGsya2dTTFFkQmRaNGNzZz09\">Zoom<\/a> every Monday from 4-5pm to answer questions, help with problems, or just talk about how it&#8217;s going. Please join us!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/09\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/09\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Thanks for the great response for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0We had around 45 coaches join us in Anchorage (some had to be quite persistent) and we had a great couple of days of learning and networking<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. If you traveled to attend training, keep an eye on your email for a link to a form to upload receipts. As a reminder, we have very limited funding for travel, so we&#8217;ll do what we can, but unless I made arrangements with your school district in advance, please don&#8217;t anticipate that we can fund all of your travel.\u00a0<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Other <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League coach training is coming soon. <\/strong>If you are interested in our standard two hour FLL coach training, email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to arrange to attend a session. I haven&#8217;t gotten a lot of requests for this, so this is likely to be a series of recorded videos that you can watch at your leisure unless there is a group that is asking for training. But I don&#8217;t know that you want training unless you tell me, so please reach out!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Help is available! <\/strong>Whether you are an FTC team, FLL Challenge, or FLL Explore, we have volunteers and other teams that are eager to help you out if you could use a hand- but we need to know that you&#8217;d like some help! Please don&#8217;t wait until you are frustrated. Email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and make sure you let me know which program you are with, where you are located, and when your team practices. We all want to see every team have a fantastic season, and I have had a number of teams and volunteers asking me who they can help. Let me know if they can help you!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Funding opportunities are coming soon.<\/strong> <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska is preparing to launch our annual raffle so that your team can earn money for equipment, supplies, and travel. Keep an eye on your email. We also have another funding opportunity from the state Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for teams with members who are 12-18 years old. More info is coming soon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/18\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/18\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0LEGO League Challenge and\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0attend this training, you\u00a0<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Teachers will be able to submit this training for Continuing Education credit. Sign up by completing this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. Details, including the agenda, are on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/training\/\">Training<\/a> page.<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Other <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League coach training is being scheduled. <\/strong>If you are interested in our standard two hour FLL coach training, email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to arrange to attend a session.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/07\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/07\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC teams, join us for kickoff this Saturday! <\/strong>Southcentral teams, kickoff starts at 8am sharp at the <span>UAA Engineering &amp; Industry Building (EIB) Room 316. We&#8217;ll watch the FTC HQ livestream at 8, then the remote teams will join at 9 via Zoom to walk through the field and start working on strategy for the season. The Fairbanks kickoff will begin at 10 in the IDEA office, and the Juneau kickoff will start at noon in the TMHS Purple Commons. Link for the 9am remote kickoff is <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81681364001?pwd=MWVzbFFwT2FmUEVXV0tqVDJNT29PZz09\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81681364001?pwd=MWVzbFFwT2FmUEVXV0tqVDJNT29PZz09<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0LEGO League Challenge and\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0attend this training, you\u00a0<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Sign up by completing this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. For more info, look at the 8\/30 update.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;08\/30\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">08\/30\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team is coming to Alaska! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver <\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> LEGO League Challenge and <\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. Both sessions (FLL Challenge and FTC) are two full days of hands-on learning, and we are expecting to hear back from the state to allow it to count as Continuing Education for teachers. There is limited funding for travel expenses. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> attend this training, you <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Space is limited, so if you would like to attend, complete this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. Please spread the word about this awesome training opportunity!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League products ship by UPS. <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> If UPS shipping is a significant problem for your community, contact Alyson (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>) <strong><u>BEFORE<\/u><\/strong> you place your order (register your FLL Explore team, order your FLL Challenge set, or order any Spike sets) so that we can talk about options. If it is too late and you have already ordered, contact Alyson right away and send any email you have received about your order. Please get this information out to anyone you know that might be affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams. <\/strong>FLL teams, you will want to get your material for this super-fun season. FTC teams, planning is incredibly difficult when teams don\u2019t register until just before their events, and if you register now you\u2019ll be in a nice FTC drawing. Everyone, communication often goes to coaches of registered teams, so in order to\u00a0 keep from missing valuable info, be sure to register.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Keep an eye on our calendar for the event schedule.<\/strong> Tournaments, festivals, scrimmages, kickoffs, and other events will be updated on the website calendar as soon as information becomes available. You can stay abreast of the season\u2019s schedule at <a href=\"www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar.\">www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar.<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC teams, are you ready for kickoff?\u00a0<\/strong>Kickoff events are being planned for September 9th in Fairbanks, Juneau, Palmer, Anchorage, and a Remote option. Details of each will be available on our website as we get them worked out. Please join us as we reveal this year\u2019s game.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Fundraising opportunities are coming soon.\u00a0<\/strong>Keep an eye out for email on two upcoming opportunities for your team to earn some money to buy parts and supplies or travel. We\u2019ll be kicking off our annual raffle shortly. We are also partnering with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, who will provide funding for our program (and your team) if you have students aged 12 and up who qualify. More information on both programs will be coming out shortly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Help is readily available!<\/strong> Watch your email for Team Blasts with great resources and tips from <em>FIRST<\/em>, and be sure to check out the <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/\">FIRST website<\/a><\/em> for Game and Season info on your program. More information and resources are available on our <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\">FIRST in Alaska website<\/a><\/em>, and please reach out to <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0if you have any questions or difficulties at any point during the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;08\/15\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">08\/15\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>We are so excited for the new season! <\/strong>\u00a0A lot is happening, so take a look here, and check back soon.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FLL Masterpiece is live! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Check out the new game info for FLL Explore teams <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/explore\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=fle-registration-022\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> and FLL Challenge teams <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/challenge\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=flc-registration-022\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. How about the new game?!\u00a0 You can see that video <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zI_vz9YUw1g\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC Kickoff is September 9. <\/strong>\u00a0More info to follow on that.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams. <\/strong>Please register your teams as soon as you can. You can do that in firstinspires.org. Note- you might want to wait on registering your individual members, because the online registration is getting a complete makeover and will be a much better experience in about a month.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>We are setting up FLL and FTC coach professional development training for September 29 and 30 in Anchorage! <\/strong>\u00a0This is top-of-the-line training provided by the FIRST HQ Professional Development team, and space will be limited. Please let me know if you are interested in attending or sending a coach. Send an email to <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>. More info to follow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;03\/01\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">03\/01\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interested in STEM Summer Camps in Juneau?<\/strong> Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/jedc.org\/stemak\/stem-summer-camps\/\">https:\/\/jedc.org\/stemak\/stem-summer-camps\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2023-24 Season Updates (MASTERRPIECE) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2023-2024 Season Updates<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Welcome to the <em>FIRST<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> in Show<sup>SM<\/sup> season! Are you ready for some fun? Here are some updates for FLL and FTC teams in Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;11\/7\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST\u00ae <\/em>Tech Challenge tournament registration is open! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Register for one or more qualifiers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;11\/6\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST\u00ae LEGO\u00ae <\/em>League\u00a0Challenge tournament registration is open! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Use the button above to register for ONE qualifier. The calendar on this website is up-to-date, if you want to know when everyone is playing, but the dates are also on the sign up sheet. <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> Tech Challenge teams, the calendar is being worked on, and will be coming in the nesr future. be sure to check the website for updates. <em>FIRST\u00ae<\/em> LEGO\u00ae League Explore teams, we&#8217;ll open free registration as we get closer to your events.\u00a0<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">LEGO<\/span><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em>\u00a0League Challenge coach training is online. <\/strong>Modules are in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLqysvw0rWLrWw0VPyiZT8z9vonPda72OE\">playlist<\/a> on the <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska YouTube channel and will be added to the training page of our website shortly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The <em>FIRST<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em> in Alaska Raffle is available to help fund your team. <\/strong>Coaches can request books of tickets on the<em> FIRST<strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/strong><\/em> in Alaska homepage. Tickets sell for $10, and your team will earn $5.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">LEGO<\/span><em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/em> League Challenge and <em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST\u00ae <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Tech Challenge<\/span>\u00a0coaches were sent an email about a funding opportunity from the Alaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). <\/strong>All teams need to let Alyson know if they have any qualifying students (12 years or older that meet the criteria on the form) or not, and submit forms for qualifying students. Teams and the overall program receive significant funding from this, so we need responses from each team. Please shoot a quick email to acooper@jedc.org if you don&#8217;t have any qualifying students so that we can check you off the list.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Are you getting Team Blasts from <em>FIRST<\/em>?<\/strong> Make sure the adults who need the info are registered as Lead Coach 1 and Lead Coach 2. Helpful information is going out, and you don&#8217;t want to miss out! Likewise, the <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska email goes to Lead Coach 1, Lead Coach 2, and usually the Team Administrator. If you aren&#8217;t getting email, please check to make sure you are registered with the correct email address. Let us know if you need help correcting it.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Office Hours are starting next Monday.<\/strong> Alyson will be available on <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/84815445430?pwd=aUJMRTZoWGsya2dTTFFkQmRaNGNzZz09\">Zoom<\/a> every Monday from 4-5pm to answer questions, help with problems, or just talk about how it&#8217;s going. Please join us!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/9\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Thanks for the great response for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0We had around 45 coaches join us in Anchorage (some had to be quite persistent) and we had a great couple of days of learning and networking<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. If you traveled to attend training, keep an eye on your email for a link to a form to upload receipts. As a reminder, we have very limited funding for travel, so we&#8217;ll do what we can, but unless I made arrangements with your school district in advance, please don&#8217;t anticipate that we can fund all of your travel.\u00a0<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Other <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League coach training is coming soon. <\/strong>If you are interested in our standard two hour FLL coach training, email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to arrange to attend a session. I haven&#8217;t gotten a lot of requests for this, so this is likely to be a series of recorded videos that you can watch at your leisure unless there is a group that is asking for training. But I don&#8217;t know that you want training unless you tell me, so please reach out!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Help is available! <\/strong>Whether you are an FTC team, FLL Challenge, or FLL Explore, we have volunteers and other teams that are eager to help you out if you could use a hand- but we need to know that you&#8217;d like some help! Please don&#8217;t wait until you are frustrated. Email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and make sure you let me know which program you are with, where you are located, and when your team practices. We all want to see every team have a fantastic season, and I have had a number of teams and volunteers asking me who they can help. Let me know if they can help you!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Funding opportunities are coming soon.<\/strong> <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska is preparing to launch our annual raffle so that your team can earn money for equipment, supplies, and travel. Keep an eye on your email. We also have another funding opportunity from the state Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for teams with members who are 12-18 years old. More info is coming soon.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/18\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0LEGO League Challenge and\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0attend this training, you\u00a0<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Teachers will be able to submit this training for Continuing Education credit. Sign up by completing this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. Details, including the agenda, are on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/training\/\">Training<\/a> page.<\/span><span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Other <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League coach training is being scheduled. <\/strong>If you are interested in our standard two hour FLL coach training, email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to arrange to attend a session.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/7\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC teams, join us for kickoff this Saturday! <\/strong>Southcentral teams, kickoff starts at 8am sharp at the <span>UAA Engineering &amp; Industry Building (EIB) Room 316. We&#8217;ll watch the FTC HQ livestream at 8, then the remote teams will join at 9 via Zoom to walk through the field and start working on strategy for the season. The Fairbanks kickoff will begin at 10 in the IDEA office, and the Juneau kickoff will start at noon in the TMHS Purple Commons. Link for the 9am remote kickoff is <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81681364001?pwd=MWVzbFFwT2FmUEVXV0tqVDJNT29PZz09\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/81681364001?pwd=MWVzbFFwT2FmUEVXV0tqVDJNT29PZz09<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team coach training! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0LEGO League Challenge and\u00a0<\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0attend this training, you\u00a0<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Sign up by completing this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. For more info, look at the 8\/30 update.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;8\/30\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The <em>FIRST<\/em> Professional Development Team is coming to Alaska! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Coach Professional Development will be held at UAA September 29 and 30. Trainers are coming to deliver <\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> LEGO League Challenge and <\/span><em style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST<\/em><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Tech Challenge training. Both sessions (FLL Challenge and FTC) are two full days of hands-on learning, and we are expecting to hear back from the state to allow it to count as Continuing Education for teachers. There is limited funding for travel expenses. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">In order to<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> attend this training, you <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><u>must<\/u><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> register in advance and complete some paperwork to fulfill our grant requirements. Space is limited, so if you would like to attend, complete this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/sske7stdcsT5ec3H6\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">form<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. Please spread the word about this awesome training opportunity!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League products ship by UPS. <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> If UPS shipping is a significant problem for your community, contact Alyson (<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>) <strong><u>BEFORE<\/u><\/strong> you place your order (register your FLL Explore team, order your FLL Challenge set, or order any Spike sets) so that we can talk about options. If it is too late and you have already ordered, contact Alyson right away and send any email you have received about your order. Please get this information out to anyone you know that might be affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams. <\/strong>FLL teams, you will want to get your material for this super-fun season. FTC teams, planning is incredibly difficult when teams don\u2019t register until just before their events, and if you register now you\u2019ll be in a nice FTC drawing. Everyone, communication often goes to coaches of registered teams, so in order to\u00a0 keep from missing valuable info, be sure to register.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Keep an eye on our calendar for the event schedule.<\/strong> Tournaments, festivals, scrimmages, kickoffs, and other events will be updated on the website calendar as soon as information becomes available. You can stay abreast of the season\u2019s schedule at <a href=\"www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar.\">www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar.<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC teams, are you ready for kickoff?\u00a0<\/strong>Kickoff events are being planned for September 9th in Fairbanks, Juneau, Palmer, Anchorage, and a Remote option. Details of each will be available on our website as we get them worked out. Please join us as we reveal this year\u2019s game.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Fundraising opportunities are coming soon.\u00a0<\/strong>Keep an eye out for email on two upcoming opportunities for your team to earn some money to buy parts and supplies or travel. We\u2019ll be kicking off our annual raffle shortly. We are also partnering with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, who will provide funding for our program (and your team) if you have students aged 12 and up who qualify. More information on both programs will be coming out shortly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Help is readily available!<\/strong> Watch your email for Team Blasts with great resources and tips from <em>FIRST<\/em>, and be sure to check out the <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/\">FIRST website<\/a><\/em> for Game and Season info on your program. More information and resources are available on our <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\">FIRST in Alaska website<\/a><\/em>, and please reach out to <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>\u00a0if you have any questions or difficulties at any point during the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;8\/15\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>We are so excited for the new season! <\/strong>\u00a0A lot is happening, so take a look here, and check back soon.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FLL Masterpiece is live! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0Check out the new game info for FLL Explore teams <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/explore\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=fle-registration-022\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> and FLL Challenge teams <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/resource-library\/fll\/challenge\/challenge-and-resources?utm_source=first-inspires&amp;utm_medium=fll-game-season&amp;utm_campaign=flc-registration-022\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. How about the new game?!\u00a0 You can see that video <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zI_vz9YUw1g\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC Kickoff is September 9. <\/strong>\u00a0More info to follow on that.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Register your teams. <\/strong>Please register your teams as soon as you can. You can do that in firstinspires.org. Note- you might want to wait on registering your individual members, because the online registration is getting a complete makeover and will be a much better experience in about a month.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>We are setting up FLL and FTC coach professional development training for September 29 and 30 in Anchorage! <\/strong>\u00a0This is top-of-the-line training provided by the FIRST HQ Professional Development team, and space will be limited. Please let me know if you are interested in attending or sending a coach. Send an email to <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a>. More info to follow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;3\/1\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interested in STEM Summer Camps in Juneau?<\/strong> Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/jedc.org\/stemak\/stem-summer-camps\/\">https:\/\/jedc.org\/stemak\/stem-summer-camps\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2022-24 Season Updates (Superpowered)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2022-2023 Season Updates<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Welcome to the <em>FIRST<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> CHARGED UP\u00a0season! Are you ready for some fun? Here are some updates for FLL and FTC teams in Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;1\/23\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;01\/23\/23 Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">01\/23\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>All FLL and FTC teams<\/strong>, we hope that you had a fantastic season. FIRST emailed a teaser for next year&#8217;s game in the Team Blast- did you see it?<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;\">Congratulations to our advancing teams! <\/span>From FLL, Gadget Girls will represent Alaska at the <span>Razorback Open Invitational in Arkansas. Hungry Robots and Banana Botz will attend the WPI FLL Open in Massachusetts. FTC Teams Lightbotics and Scrap Metal will be attending the <em>FIRST<\/em> World Championships in Houston, Texas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;\">Check out the Event Results Page. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/events\/\">Here<\/a> you can see all the awards won by teams at the state championships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;1\/09\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;01\/09\/23 Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">01\/09\/23 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC Dean&#8217;s List Nominations are due 12\/15 at 7:59pm. <\/strong>Coaches, please nominate your outstanding 10th and 11th graders so that we can recognize them as Dean&#8217;s List Semi-Finalists. We will select three deserving team members to represent Alaska as our Dean&#8217;s List Finalists.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Southcentral Alaska is a winter wonderland, and we are aware that it is making things difficult for our teams.<\/strong> The <em>FIRST<\/em> Tech Challenge teams persevered last weekend, and the last group of Anchorage and MatSu <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League teams will play Saturday unless we are simply unable to run the tournament due to ASD&#8217;s directives or safety issues. Keep an eye on your email for further updates.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>We still need volunteers for this weekend&#8217;s FIRST LEGO League tournaments in Anchorage and Juneau, and for the FIRST Tech Challenge tournament in Fairbanks. Contact the appropriate Tournament Director or email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to volunteer. Forward this info to your friends!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/31\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/31\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Event registration opening delayed. <\/strong>Due to some technical difficulties, event registration will not be open tomorrow. We hope to have it up by the end of the week. Watch your emails for a link to register. Make sure your teams are registered, so you can register for competitions. Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/28\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/28\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Event registration will open November 1. <\/strong>Coaches, watch your emails for a link to register. Make sure your teams are registered, so you can register for competitions. Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>JEDC\/ <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska raffle tickets are available. <\/strong>Tickets cost $10 and teams earn half the revenue from their sales. Coaches should have received an email with information on October 3rd. The form to request tickets is here: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka<\/a>. For questions about the raffle, contact <a href=\"mailto:jcheng@jedc.org\">jcheng@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>This year more than any other in recent memory, we need extra help recruiting tournament volunteers. We especially need help with judges, referees, and people to help with tournament planning and organization. This need will be particularly great in Anchorage where FLL and FTC events will be happening simultaneously. Volunteers can sign up at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\">www.firstinspires.org<\/a> or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;10\/07\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">10\/07\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Events are being added to the calendar as we are able to schedule them. <\/strong>Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>JEDC\/ <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska raffle tickets are available. <\/strong>Tickets cost $10 and teams earn half the revenue from their sales. Coaches should have received an email with information on October 3rd. The form to request tickets is here: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka<\/a>. For questions about the raffle, contact <a href=\"mailto:jcheng@jedc.org\">jcheng@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Please register your teams! <\/strong>We are trying to finalize the tournament schedule, but we need to know how many teams are playing. Please go ahead and register all of the teams that will be playing this season. If you aren\u2019t ready to do that, please email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to help with planning. Thanks so much for your help with this!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>This year more than any other in recent memory, we need extra help recruiting tournament volunteers. We especially need help with judges, referees, and people to help with tournament planning and organization. This need will be particularly great in Anchorage where FLL and FTC events will be happening simultaneously. Volunteers can sign up at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\">www.firstinspires.org<\/a> or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League Coach Training will be held Monday, October 10 from 6-8pm. <\/strong>Juneau coaches can attend in person at JEDC. Statewide, join us by <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89420200912?pwd=aEhLMGpzQTJJcDRKWGJqWHNmSVdFQT09\">Zoom<\/a>. A recording will be made available. Contact <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/07\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/07\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> Tech Challenge teams<\/strong>, join us this Saturday for the season kickoff and game reveal. We have three live options, plus a statewide Zoom option for teams to join from around the state.\n<ul>\n<li>Matanuska Valley teams, join us in person at Colony High School at 7:50am to kick off the POWERPLAY season. We will stream the event live via Zoom. Other live events and team members will join us at 9:30 to meet teams from around Alaska. Hosted by Colony High School FTC.<\/li>\n<li>Anchorage teams, join us at West High School at 9am to see the game reveal and have an opportunity to really look at the field for this year&#8217;s POWERPLAY game. We&#8217;ll connect with other Alaskan teams via livestream at 9:30. Hosted by West High FTC and FRC 568 Nerds of the North.<\/li>\n<li>Juneau, join us from 2-4pm at Thunder Mountain for our in-person kickoff to see the game reveal and have an opportunity to really look at the field for this year&#8217;s POWERPLAY game. Hosted by the Thunder Mountain FTC teams.<\/li>\n<li>For the Remote Statewide Kickoff, use this link to join us at 7:50am: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89599425334?pwd=Tld2VTRHc2YyOEZqUi9KL1VGK041QT09\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89599425334?pwd=Tld2VTRHc2YyOEZqUi9KL1VGK041QT09<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">And just a quick reminder, please <strong><u>REGISTER YOUR TEAM<\/u><\/strong> at <a href=\"&quot;firstinspires.org\">firstinspires.org<\/a>! FTC has a sweepstakes happening now for teams that register before kickoff, and it would really help us in our event planning and team support to know that you are playing this year. Thanks!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>And as always, please see the program resources pages for FLL and FTC, check this page frequently for updates, and contact\u00a0Alyson at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> if you have any questions.\u00a0Thanks!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;09\/01\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">09\/01\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST Tech Challenge teams, kickoff is almost here! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Kickoff is September 10. Information will be released in the coming days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> teams, watch the calendar for competition information!\u00a0<\/strong>FLL and FTC competitions will begin filling up the calendar over the next few weeks.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Please register your team and members.<\/strong> Register your team for the season on your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/\">firstinspires.org<\/a>\u00a0dashboard. If you are new to <em>FIRST<\/em>, you can get started <a href=\"https:\/\/my.firstinspires.org\/AccountManager\/Account\/Register\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>And as always, please see the program resources pages for FLL and FTC, check this page frequently for updates, and contact\u00a0Alyson at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> if you have any questions.\u00a0Thanks!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;08\/10\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">08\/10\/22 Update<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Update Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League teams, the SUPERPOWERED season has begun!<\/strong> Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=V1MCpk4ucCQ\">Season Launch\u00a0video<\/a>\u00a0and the material you need for a great season <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/robotics\/fll\/game-and-season\">here<\/a>. Use the Quick Links to reach your FLL Explore or FLL Challenge documents and videos. Don&#8217;t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qKe-CKmX6Eo\">FLL Explore Set video<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ILTjo0LHZQA\">FLL Challenge Game video<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FIRST Tech Challenge teams, yours is coming soon! <\/strong>Stay tuned for more information about Kickoff on September 10.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Please register your team and members.<\/strong> Register your team for the season on your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/\">firstinspires.org<\/a>\u00a0dashboard. If you are new to <em>FIRST<\/em>, you can get started <a href=\"https:\/\/my.firstinspires.org\/AccountManager\/Account\/Register\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>And as always, please see the program resources pages for FLL and FTC, check this page frequently for updates, and contact\u00a0Alyson at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> if you have any questions.\u00a0Thanks!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;2022-24 Season Updates (Superpowered)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2022-2023 Season Updates<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Welcome to the <em>FIRST<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> CHARGED UP\u00a0season! Are you ready for some fun? Here are some updates for FLL and FTC teams in Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;1\/23\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>All FLL and FTC teams<\/strong>, we hope that you had a fantastic season. FIRST emailed a teaser for next year&#8217;s game in the Team Blast- did you see it?<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;\">Congratulations to our advancing teams! <\/span>From FLL, Gadget Girls will represent Alaska at the <span>Razorback Open Invitational in Arkansas. Hungry Robots and Banana Botz will attend the WPI FLL Open in Massachusetts. FTC Teams Lightbotics and Scrap Metal will be attending the <em>FIRST<\/em> World Championships in Houston, Texas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;\">Check out the Event Results Page. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/events\/\">Here<\/a> you can see all the awards won by teams at the state championships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;1\/9\/23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>FTC Dean&#8217;s List Nominations are due 12\/15 at 7:59pm. <\/strong>Coaches, please nominate your outstanding 10th and 11th graders so that we can recognize them as Dean&#8217;s List Semi-Finalists. We will select three deserving team members to represent Alaska as our Dean&#8217;s List Finalists.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Southcentral Alaska is a winter wonderland, and we are aware that it is making things difficult for our teams.<\/strong> The <em>FIRST<\/em> Tech Challenge teams persevered last weekend, and the last group of Anchorage and MatSu <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League teams will play Saturday unless we are simply unable to run the tournament due to ASD&#8217;s directives or safety issues. Keep an eye on your email for further updates.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>We still need volunteers for this weekend&#8217;s FIRST LEGO League tournaments in Anchorage and Juneau, and for the FIRST Tech Challenge tournament in Fairbanks. Contact the appropriate Tournament Director or email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to volunteer. Forward this info to your friends!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/31\/22 &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Event registration opening delayed. <\/strong>Due to some technical difficulties, event registration will not be open tomorrow. We hope to have it up by the end of the week. Watch your emails for a link to register. Make sure your teams are registered, so you can register for competitions. Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/28\/22 &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Event registration will open November 1. <\/strong>Coaches, watch your emails for a link to register. Make sure your teams are registered, so you can register for competitions. Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>JEDC\/ <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska raffle tickets are available. <\/strong>Tickets cost $10 and teams earn half the revenue from their sales. Coaches should have received an email with information on October 3rd. The form to request tickets is here: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka<\/a>. For questions about the raffle, contact <a href=\"mailto:jcheng@jedc.org\">jcheng@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>This year more than any other in recent memory, we need extra help recruiting tournament volunteers. We especially need help with judges, referees, and people to help with tournament planning and organization. This need will be particularly great in Anchorage where FLL and FTC events will be happening simultaneously. Volunteers can sign up at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\">www.firstinspires.org<\/a> or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;10\/7\/22 &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Events are being added to the calendar as we are able to schedule them. <\/strong>Check the calendar at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/\">https:\/\/www.jedc.org\/firstinalaska\/calendar\/<\/a> to find events in your area. If you don\u2019t see an event for you, email <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> for a status update.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>JEDC\/ <em>FIRST<\/em> in Alaska raffle tickets are available. <\/strong>Tickets cost $10 and teams earn half the revenue from their sales. Coaches should have received an email with information on October 3rd. The form to request tickets is here: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ffDqi598ka<\/a>. For questions about the raffle, contact <a href=\"mailto:jcheng@jedc.org\">jcheng@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Please register your teams! <\/strong>We are trying to finalize the tournament schedule, but we need to know how many teams are playing. Please go ahead and register all of the teams that will be playing this season. If you aren\u2019t ready to do that, please email Alyson at <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> to help with planning. Thanks so much for your help with this!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Volunteers are needed! <\/strong>This year more than any other in recent memory, we need extra help recruiting tournament volunteers. We especially need help with judges, referees, and people to help with tournament planning and organization. This need will be particularly great in Anchorage where FLL and FTC events will be happening simultaneously. Volunteers can sign up at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\">www.firstinspires.org<\/a> or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League Coach Training will be held Monday, October 10 from 6-8pm. <\/strong>Juneau coaches can attend in person at JEDC. Statewide, join us by <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89420200912?pwd=aEhLMGpzQTJJcDRKWGJqWHNmSVdFQT09\">Zoom<\/a>. A recording will be made available. Contact <a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:cfox@jedc.org\">cfox@jedc.org<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/7\/22 &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> Tech Challenge teams<\/strong>, join us this Saturday for the season kickoff and game reveal. We have three live options, plus a statewide Zoom option for teams to join from around the state.\n<ul>\n<li>Matanuska Valley teams, join us in person at Colony High School at 7:50am to kick off the POWERPLAY season. We will stream the event live via Zoom. Other live events and team members will join us at 9:30 to meet teams from around Alaska. Hosted by Colony High School FTC.<\/li>\n<li>Anchorage teams, join us at West High School at 9am to see the game reveal and have an opportunity to really look at the field for this year&#8217;s POWERPLAY game. We&#8217;ll connect with other Alaskan teams via livestream at 9:30. Hosted by West High FTC and FRC 568 Nerds of the North.<\/li>\n<li>Juneau, join us from 2-4pm at Thunder Mountain for our in-person kickoff to see the game reveal and have an opportunity to really look at the field for this year&#8217;s POWERPLAY game. Hosted by the Thunder Mountain FTC teams.<\/li>\n<li>For the Remote Statewide Kickoff, use this link to join us at 7:50am: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89599425334?pwd=Tld2VTRHc2YyOEZqUi9KL1VGK041QT09\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89599425334?pwd=Tld2VTRHc2YyOEZqUi9KL1VGK041QT09<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">And just a quick reminder, please <strong><u>REGISTER YOUR TEAM<\/u><\/strong> at <a href=\"&quot;firstinspires.org\">firstinspires.org<\/a>! FTC has a sweepstakes happening now for teams that register before kickoff, and it would really help us in our event planning and team support to know that you are playing this year. Thanks!<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>And as always, please see the program resources pages for FLL and FTC, check this page frequently for updates, and contact\u00a0Alyson at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> if you have any questions.\u00a0Thanks!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;9\/1\/22 &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">FIRST Tech Challenge teams, kickoff is almost here! <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Kickoff is September 10. Information will be released in the coming days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> teams, watch the calendar for competition information!\u00a0<\/strong>FLL and FTC competitions will begin filling up the calendar over the next few weeks.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Please register your team and members.<\/strong> Register your team for the season on your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/\">firstinspires.org<\/a>\u00a0dashboard. If you are new to <em>FIRST<\/em>, you can get started <a href=\"https:\/\/my.firstinspires.org\/AccountManager\/Account\/Register\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>And as always, please see the program resources pages for FLL and FTC, check this page frequently for updates, and contact\u00a0Alyson at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:acooper@jedc.org\">acooper@jedc.org<\/a> if you have any questions.\u00a0Thanks!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;8\/10\/22&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League teams, the SUPERPOWERED season has begun!<\/strong> Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=V1MCpk4ucCQ\">Season Launch\u00a0video<\/a>\u00a0and the material you need for a great season <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstinspires.org\/robotics\/fll\/game-and-season\">here<\/a>. 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