Category: Coaches

Because students must work in teams, they’ll need to learn how to work cooperatively for the good of the whole group.

Every team will work in its own way and at its own pace. And always remember, kids will surprise you!

Look at the list of things that need to be completed in order to solve the problem (if you created a list). Which of those things does the team think they can finish in a longer 3-4 hour session?

What is Style? Style is the team’s WOW factor! It’s what makes the team’s performance memorable to the judges and audience members.

Since we know teams are always thinking up new things, sometimes clarifications will be needed!

Teaching your team members how to organize themselves, how to make and keep calendars, the importance of checklists, and how to divide labor is NOT considered Outside Assistance.

To narrow down the choices, consider reading only Section A of each problem to the team and then ask the question, “What sounds like fun in this problem?”

Everything the team uses to complete their solution must be included on the team’s cost form, even if that item has no dollar value.