Build robots with local Baltimore youth!  Give back to your community by serving as a robotics mentor with a City Schools team.  These kids have taken the first step on a course toward a future in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)—robotics has been shown to increase interest in STEM subjects--and you can serve as a role model to keep them on that track to a bright future, to help them see what can happen when they remain engaged with their studies.  Furthermore, you’ll be poised to guide them in getting the most out of their robotics experience:  help them learn from failures and mistakes, and counsel them through the details of their creative ideas.  Experience with robotics is helpful, but not necessary—we will train you before you begin.  If you are interested in robotics and/or committed to working with local children, you are the mentor we are looking for!  We require:

Three hours of mandatory training which covers:   

- the requirements and expectations of the program

- the basics in working with children

- the basics of working with robotics

Mentors may need to be fingerprinted by City Schools and pass the background check (this is determined by each school)

Once you begin, time commitment is one practice a week    

- Up to two hours plus travel time

- You will partner with at least one other mentor

- Most robotics programs are after school - a common meeting time is 3-4:30pm, but schedules vary from site to site

- The season typically lasts from October to February, and potentially longer if your team qualifies for States and beyond

Along the way, you will inspire local youth, connect with local schools, families, and community leaders, meet potential professional contacts in technical and educational fields, and have a lot of fun making a difference in the community. Apply to be a mentor by the end of the day Wednesday October 4th here: https://goo.gl/forms/ht4t0bE8lV9S6fUc2