An in-person FTC Coach/Mentor Professional Development. This is a requirement of the Scale-Up Program.

Agenda:

TBD

Where:

• Six dates & Locations throughout Iowa

Registration:

TBD

Goals of the PD:

• Equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively mentor and coach FTC teams.
• Foster connections among coaches and mentors for ongoing support and collaboration in FTC-related activities.
• Educate attendees on recent changes and updates to the FTC program.
• Broaden the perspectives of coaches, encouraging innovative thinking in their coaching and mentoring strategies.
• Provide hands-on experience through a mini-season simulation, covering elements such as build season, tournaments, judges' interviews, and alliance selection.
• Communicate the expectations and guidelines set by the Iowa leadership for effective coaching and mentoring.
• Ensure most sessions are interactive and engaging to maximize learning and retention.

Expectations from the attendees

• Active participation in all sessions and activities.
• Engagement and collaboration with fellow participants to enhance the learning experience.
• Openness to learning and applying new coaching methods and strategies.
• Providing constructive feedback to help improve future PD sessions.
• Commitment to implementing the knowledge and skills gained within their educational environments and FTC teams.
• Meeting all the requirements and completing the necessary evaluations.