Workshops

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Michiana Premier Event

June 18-21, 2026 | South Bend, IN

TIME WORKSHOP TITLE TEAM DETAILS

9:30 – 10:15 Rookies to Rockstars 24260 Out of the Blue
Learn how to successfully onboard rookie members and turn them into confident contributors through structured lessons in building, programming, CAD, outreach, documentation, and mentorship.
10:30 – 11:15 Girls CAN: Community, Alliance and Networking 22918 Girl Botz FTC
Empowering girls and all participants through excellence, leadership, outreach, and representation. Includes workshop takeaways, Q&A, and a STEM-themed raffle.
12:30 – 1:15 Slide to Success 24260 Out of the Blue
Take an in-depth look at linear slides — design, extension methods, pulley systems, mounting, stability, and real-world FTC applications and tradeoffs.
1:30 – 2:15 Your Competition Toolkit: Portfolio and Budget Guide 17962 Ro2D2
Strengthen your team’s portfolio development and financial planning to better prepare for competitions and judging.
2:30 – 3:15 Organized to Outperform 24260 Out of the Blue
Master season-long planning, communication, goal setting, timelines, and organization to keep your team efficient and competition-ready.
3:30 – 4:15 #MoreThanRobots: Connecting Robotics with Community Service 24438 Cre8 the Future
Explore how to integrate meaningful community service into your robotics program with an award-winning outreach model.