Team 8116
Business Plan
Hatchet Robotics 8116 Business Plan
Matt Riney, Jennifer Peachee, Joe Furman, Amanda McMillian
608 E Walnut St, Washington, Indiana
812-254-3860
[email protected]
10/4/22
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary
At the present moment, the majority of the world is directed by technology. In fact, occupations in the S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field are projected to grow by almost 11% in the next nine years (“Employment”). This is because an increasing amount of companies use technology to make their businesses more efficient and accurate. Where there is technology, there is a demand for individuals to harness it. The Washington FRC Robotics Team aims to prepare its members for the technology-driven world by giving them hands-on experience in areas of engineering and computer science as well as teaching them essential skills like leadership, critical thinking, cooperation, and communication.
At Washington Robotics, our mission is to inspire students to engage in the pursuit of scientific and technological innovation through mentorship and hands-on experience. We hope to build a supportive network of students that are equipped with the skills to become leaders in their school, their community, and their future careers. We are a service-based organization that competes in robotics competitions across the state and in surrounding areas. Currently, there are over 30 members in the Hatchet Robotics team, making it one of the largest student organizations at Washington High School. The members are a mix of all four grade levels, with experience ranging from first-timers to seasoned veterans.
Our team operates at Washington High School in the heart of Washington, Indiana. Our program is surrounded by valuable opportunities to engage in the community and introduce more people to FIRST Robotics, despite being from a rural background. For instance, our program is very close with the Robotics program at Washington Junior High School, and we have visited them multiple times to check in on their progress this season and offer our own advice. We also maintain a tight-knit relationship with our variety of sponsors. Throughout the season, Hatchet Robotics has reached out to the community, and received generous support from companies such as DoD STEM, BeltTech, and Indiana Safety and Supply. To show our appreciation, we have sent every sponsor of Hatchet Robotics hand-written letters thanking them for their support, as well as inviting them to see how our robot works. We believe that by actively involving our sponsors with our program, we can show them firsthand how FIRST has impacted us.
One of the main aspects of Hatchet Robotics that separates it from other teams is the ability to involve every individual, regardless of their interests. To begin the year, the members of Hatchet Robotics separate into specialized teams. These teams range from STEM intensive (wiring, coding, CAD) to business (admin, media/pr) and beyond (safety). Because of this, if a student is not experienced with robots, they can engage themself in other areas, such as creating a business plan or taking pictures at competitions, and still feel included in the program. At Hatchet Robotics, we believe FIRST is a family that spreads beyond robots, and each team is assembled with the idea of spreading the values of FIRST to all of our members. Furthermore, constructing teams ensures that every student will stay on task by knowing exactly what is expected of them, and it allows for the veteran members to closely mentor their peers. The teams are flexible; one student is not constrained to their team for the entirety of the season, which allows them to use their skills in a wide range of applications.
Thus far, the highlight of the Hatchet Robotics season has been the FTC Super Kickoff. Hosted on September 8th, 2022, at Washington High School, the FTC Super Kickoff invited teams from three different robotics leagues (FIRST Robotics Competition, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Lego League) to showcase their robots and build anticipation for the upcoming season. The day-long event featured exhibitions from teams around the area, as well as workshops for both students and coaches hosted by guest speakers Chris Osborne and Andy Baker. These workshops gave important information over the FIRST Awards and robot maintenance. Overall, it provided our team an opportunity to connect with other Robotics clubs from across the state of Indiana and introduce others to the world of FIRST.
Bibliography
“Employment in STEM Occupations.” U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8 Sept. 2022, https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables/stem-employment.htm.
Matt Riney, Jennifer Peachee, Joe Furman, Amanda McMillian
608 E Walnut St, Washington, Indiana
812-254-3860
[email protected]
10/4/22
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Executive Summary………………………………………………………….2
- Bibliography………………………………………………6
Executive Summary
At the present moment, the majority of the world is directed by technology. In fact, occupations in the S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field are projected to grow by almost 11% in the next nine years (“Employment”). This is because an increasing amount of companies use technology to make their businesses more efficient and accurate. Where there is technology, there is a demand for individuals to harness it. The Washington FRC Robotics Team aims to prepare its members for the technology-driven world by giving them hands-on experience in areas of engineering and computer science as well as teaching them essential skills like leadership, critical thinking, cooperation, and communication.
At Washington Robotics, our mission is to inspire students to engage in the pursuit of scientific and technological innovation through mentorship and hands-on experience. We hope to build a supportive network of students that are equipped with the skills to become leaders in their school, their community, and their future careers. We are a service-based organization that competes in robotics competitions across the state and in surrounding areas. Currently, there are over 30 members in the Hatchet Robotics team, making it one of the largest student organizations at Washington High School. The members are a mix of all four grade levels, with experience ranging from first-timers to seasoned veterans.
Our team operates at Washington High School in the heart of Washington, Indiana. Our program is surrounded by valuable opportunities to engage in the community and introduce more people to FIRST Robotics, despite being from a rural background. For instance, our program is very close with the Robotics program at Washington Junior High School, and we have visited them multiple times to check in on their progress this season and offer our own advice. We also maintain a tight-knit relationship with our variety of sponsors. Throughout the season, Hatchet Robotics has reached out to the community, and received generous support from companies such as DoD STEM, BeltTech, and Indiana Safety and Supply. To show our appreciation, we have sent every sponsor of Hatchet Robotics hand-written letters thanking them for their support, as well as inviting them to see how our robot works. We believe that by actively involving our sponsors with our program, we can show them firsthand how FIRST has impacted us.
One of the main aspects of Hatchet Robotics that separates it from other teams is the ability to involve every individual, regardless of their interests. To begin the year, the members of Hatchet Robotics separate into specialized teams. These teams range from STEM intensive (wiring, coding, CAD) to business (admin, media/pr) and beyond (safety). Because of this, if a student is not experienced with robots, they can engage themself in other areas, such as creating a business plan or taking pictures at competitions, and still feel included in the program. At Hatchet Robotics, we believe FIRST is a family that spreads beyond robots, and each team is assembled with the idea of spreading the values of FIRST to all of our members. Furthermore, constructing teams ensures that every student will stay on task by knowing exactly what is expected of them, and it allows for the veteran members to closely mentor their peers. The teams are flexible; one student is not constrained to their team for the entirety of the season, which allows them to use their skills in a wide range of applications.
Thus far, the highlight of the Hatchet Robotics season has been the FTC Super Kickoff. Hosted on September 8th, 2022, at Washington High School, the FTC Super Kickoff invited teams from three different robotics leagues (FIRST Robotics Competition, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Lego League) to showcase their robots and build anticipation for the upcoming season. The day-long event featured exhibitions from teams around the area, as well as workshops for both students and coaches hosted by guest speakers Chris Osborne and Andy Baker. These workshops gave important information over the FIRST Awards and robot maintenance. Overall, it provided our team an opportunity to connect with other Robotics clubs from across the state of Indiana and introduce others to the world of FIRST.
Bibliography
“Employment in STEM Occupations.” U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8 Sept. 2022, https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables/stem-employment.htm.